Thank you, Jacqueline, for this post. It is another role reversal - and a very tragic one. It is the worst of my nightmares needing to see close relatives, significantly younger than me, pass away. And they would have so much more to explore and experience. Our memories remain, and it is important to remember living each day of life the best way we can - together with our loved ones.
How right you are, Tilo!! Indeed we should cherish each day we have with our loved ones, because...as A.'s situation showed...things can change in the blink of an eye. Much love to you and your family! Jacqueline
Dear Rose, this is something I wanted to do. You and your (extended) family mean so much to me and have played such an important role in my life...how could I NOT "react" to this situation!! A. will forever have a place in my heart :-))))) Much love, Jackie
Hi, Jackie. I had no idea what I was going to read when I saw that you had posted another Role Reversal essay. It was a beautiful piece. I feel like I know A. even though I've never met him! Your writing brought him to life. And I will always look at the color purple in a new way now.
Many thanks for sharing a tribute to such a fine young man. May A.'s spirit carry on into the world.
Thank you, Jim!! The loss of a loved one, and/or someone very dear, is always difficult. At the same time, when the person is as young as A. was...or even younger...the loss, and the sadness and grief that result, go much deeper. Thanks for your continuing support of and interest in Role Reversal. I hope all is well in your neck of the woods. Love, Jackie
Thank you, Jacqueline, for this post. It is another role reversal - and a very tragic one. It is the worst of my nightmares needing to see close relatives, significantly younger than me, pass away. And they would have so much more to explore and experience. Our memories remain, and it is important to remember living each day of life the best way we can - together with our loved ones.
How right you are, Tilo!! Indeed we should cherish each day we have with our loved ones, because...as A.'s situation showed...things can change in the blink of an eye. Much love to you and your family! Jacqueline
Jackie and Carolyn, Once again, your love and support have been so important to me, Aidan, and my entire family. Thank you for your tribute to Aidan.
Dear Rose, this is something I wanted to do. You and your (extended) family mean so much to me and have played such an important role in my life...how could I NOT "react" to this situation!! A. will forever have a place in my heart :-))))) Much love, Jackie
Hi, Jackie. I had no idea what I was going to read when I saw that you had posted another Role Reversal essay. It was a beautiful piece. I feel like I know A. even though I've never met him! Your writing brought him to life. And I will always look at the color purple in a new way now.
Many thanks for sharing a tribute to such a fine young man. May A.'s spirit carry on into the world.
Jim
Thank you, Jim!! The loss of a loved one, and/or someone very dear, is always difficult. At the same time, when the person is as young as A. was...or even younger...the loss, and the sadness and grief that result, go much deeper. Thanks for your continuing support of and interest in Role Reversal. I hope all is well in your neck of the woods. Love, Jackie
Jackie, this is an incredibly moving tribute to A. I keep Rose and her family in my prayers all the time.
Thank you for letting all of us get to know A. a bit more.
Thank you for your support, Karen!! Rose knows and feels that you are thinking of her and the entire family :-))))) Much love, Jackie