The unthinkable for any mother began with the "Sarah hasn't yet arrived" for a babysitting job 6 blocks from home. We all feel Laura Davis' pain who have birthed our own. The outcome of Laura and Joe's decisions allowed many recipients to receive the organs needed to sustain their own life, even as we grieved with them through the loss of Sarah. I admire my friends' strength during such a time.
The following is the pictoral through my eyes of the impromptu weekend in NYC. We unexpectedly were able to spend time with my cousins Nathan, Nancy, and Lesley. I had a much needed weekend with Emma. I hate the circumstances why. I was able to meet new friends who I hope will be able to come to Florida at some point and meet Garland. I wish we lived closer to each other.
Blessings among heartache.
Perspective in the unthinkable.
These are my photos....
5 comments:
Terrible reason for the trip, yes. Glad you were able to do some fun things anyway.
Yea, it was so great to see Lesley! We all thought it had been 2 1/2 years since we were all at the cottage together! I love her apartment and neighborhood!!
I laughed when I saw her piano books on her keyboard. I thought, "Oh, the books arrived already!" :) Blogging does keep the distance shorter, doesn't it?!
I had no idea, Shari. So sorry for the loss. So glad you were able to make the trip!
((Hugs)) Sarah's loss is heartbreaking and I cannot begin to imagine what J and L are feeling...and precious B. too. Email me when you can.....have you heard from any of them since you got back?
Ginnie/Boots- I'm really glad we were able to go, and that I could participate in honoring Sarah's life. It was really good for Emma to be able to go because of how close she and Joe (Sarah's dad) have been.
Mamma- Em talked with Joe a few days ago, and he said they are doing "okay". I know Laura's birthday was 2 days after we left, which couldn't have been easy. They really do have a great support base up there.
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