Legacy

One day, two days, all of a sudden 365 days. On this day last December, Tom was able to do specific things to recreate and remember Dad's life. But our dear mother simply permeated each day with her spirit, no matter what the activity. I need to go to the grocery store today. I will honor her as I thank the produce guy for stocking the strange things I often buy, the plantains and mangoes and hot chiles. And when I check out, I will chat with the clerk about her day, connecting with her as a real person, just as Mom taught me. What incredible gifts she gave us. Though I thanked her many times, I so wish I could pick up the phone and say it one more time. I wish that I could sit across the table from her in the breakfast room and talk about nothing and everything. In short, I miss her. But she has left behind a legacy of love in all of us, in our tribe, our clan, our family. Thank you all for accepting and fulfilling this legacy. I love you all very much.