Celebrations….
‘tis the season. There are some that we look forward to, and others that given a choice we would rather weren’t necessary. We look forward to celebrating our Savior’s birthday every year, and in honor of his special day indulge in gift exchanges and extravagant foods. And the celebrations that we wish weren’t necessary, are those of life. We would give anything, if only it were possible, to have our loved ones back with us even if just for a day.
And we celebrated a belated Christmas with Ohana. Christmas, a celebration that we look forward to, is quite different for all of us this year. myDarlin’ has no gifts under the tree this year, as he and so many others are attending the celebration of the year in person (ahem… in spirit) in heaven. And what to give Jesus, our Lord who has everything a man could want? ….prayer and music, for he has no need for a new fishing rod.
As I stepped through the threshold of her Celebration of Life, I could feel her spirit fill the room. And she wished for all to sing and play, not to cry, but share stories of how their lives intertwined with hers. And I snapped a photo of her dearest friend, and will miss seeing her smiling face next to hers as they sang a favorite tune.
I make my way to two more venues, filled with music and loving friends. I cannot stay away nor feel pity for myself, as myDarlin’ and I worked so hard to become a part of this very community, one that we truly love. (I speak in the present tense as I know that he still loves us from afar) And I must celebrate life every day; with those still with us and those, including myDarlin’ who have gone before us.
I make my way to two more venues, filled with music and loving friends. I cannot stay away nor feel pity for myself, as myDarlin’ and I worked so hard to become a part of this very community, one that we truly love. (I speak in the present tense as I know that he still loves us from afar) And I must celebrate life every day; with those still with us and those, including myDarlin’ who have gone before us.
And tonight friends shared with me, the impact that myDarlin’ Robert Kenui Pope had on their lives, and their concern for how I am doing. I am filled with gratitude because ‘I get by with a little help from my friends….’ and our Lord, of course! I know that we should not mourn, but celebrate the new eternal life that myDarlin’ and so many others have found this year.
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