David's Tree!
Instead of going through the dozens of boxes from Christmas past, and spending the time and energy it takes to decorate for a few days, we decided to buy a small tree, and have David pick exactly what he wanted.
Well...this year's tree is quite special, because David chose everything! I watched him pick the color theme, the ornaments, garland and lights. He did a great job! While he was so precious to watch, my heart was aching, knowing that HE knew this was his last Christmas tree, and he was choosing what he wanted to see on it.
Tears streamed down our faces as he placed everything carefully and lovingly in the basket. Finding the proper top was the hardest part of his mission, because most of them were way too big for the size tree we were getting, so he finally found a tiny one that looks just perfect!
The last thing he chose were the cinnamon pine cones, which add quite a nice touch to the tree. When David was completely done, I asked if we could add a couple of pieces that he agreed, completed the tree! Three silver 'written' ornaments: 2008, a D and an L!
Today was a very hard day for us, but we were strong for each other, and would only allow a few tears here and there while we were out. After we decorated the tree, and sat there on the couch to admire it, he told me what a great day he had, thanked me for the delicious dinner, told me he loved me, and then.....the tears began.
We are both very aware of what little time we have remaining, and we are both holding on to every moment, every smile, every word, EVERYTHING! This journey is hard, and this journey is extremely painful. One reason it's so painful is because we are so much in love, and have been close, BEST friends for 30 years.
That's a long time to love and be loved!!!
How truly blessed we have been, for a very long time. I am so thankful for the love we have shared. And even though I will once again, be forever changed by losing the LOVE OF MY LIFE, I will carry in my heart, a LOVE that will last me a lifetime. I will not be bitter, and I will not let grief destroy me, because David would not want that. He will want me to continue to be the best Linda I can be, whether he is by my side, or cheering me on from Heaven!
2008 D & L................................Bears In Tree!
Well...this year's tree is quite special, because David chose everything! I watched him pick the color theme, the ornaments, garland and lights. He did a great job! While he was so precious to watch, my heart was aching, knowing that HE knew this was his last Christmas tree, and he was choosing what he wanted to see on it.
Tears streamed down our faces as he placed everything carefully and lovingly in the basket. Finding the proper top was the hardest part of his mission, because most of them were way too big for the size tree we were getting, so he finally found a tiny one that looks just perfect!
The last thing he chose were the cinnamon pine cones, which add quite a nice touch to the tree. When David was completely done, I asked if we could add a couple of pieces that he agreed, completed the tree! Three silver 'written' ornaments: 2008, a D and an L!
Today was a very hard day for us, but we were strong for each other, and would only allow a few tears here and there while we were out. After we decorated the tree, and sat there on the couch to admire it, he told me what a great day he had, thanked me for the delicious dinner, told me he loved me, and then.....the tears began.
We are both very aware of what little time we have remaining, and we are both holding on to every moment, every smile, every word, EVERYTHING! This journey is hard, and this journey is extremely painful. One reason it's so painful is because we are so much in love, and have been close, BEST friends for 30 years.
- That's a long time to wake up every morning, and LOVE the one you're with.
- That's a long time to say good-night every evening, and look forward to seeing them by your side the the next morning.
- That's a long time to look forward to our 'date nights' every night of the year!!!
- That's a long time to spend with one person whom you always want to be with, rather than anyone else in the world.
- That's a long time to know that person is there, in your corner, cheering you on no matter what!
- That's a long time to know that person is there to protect you from anything or anyone, always!
- That's a long time to be by each other's side through sickness or health, on mountain tops, or in valleys.
- That's a long time to share everything!
That's a long time to love and be loved!!!
How truly blessed we have been, for a very long time. I am so thankful for the love we have shared. And even though I will once again, be forever changed by losing the LOVE OF MY LIFE, I will carry in my heart, a LOVE that will last me a lifetime. I will not be bitter, and I will not let grief destroy me, because David would not want that. He will want me to continue to be the best Linda I can be, whether he is by my side, or cheering me on from Heaven!
I love you, my Dearest, most Precious Husband.
Thank you for loving me, and giving me the best years of your life!
Thank you for loving me, and giving me the best years of your life!
2008 D & L................................Bears In Tree!
~ Seek First The Kingdom Of God ~
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