(this was sent out to my contacts on Saturday November 12, 2011)
“After battling cancer for 3 years my husband Steve died today at 4:10 pm. I am grateful that he is out of the pain and struggle. I am grateful for our almost 9 years together and for all we shared and learned from each other. I am grateful that he had his mental faculties to the end, and I am grateful for the good care he received at the VA Hospital in Houston. I am grateful that we had plenty of time to say how much we loved and appreciated each other, and I am grateful that, when he decided to go, it was obvious what was happening and I was able to hold his hand and speak loving words to him as he gently slipped into a better place.”
The outpouring of love, support and prayers I received as a response, both directly and on Facebook, was both a comfort and an honor. How uplifting to know so many people care! I encourage anyone reading this to take the few minutes to support your friends and family, even in little things, knowing that it means a lot.


