Comment from karenina

Excellent

Oh Carol. This is a beautiful way to get in touch with all of your feelings. Relationships, even those framed with love, can be so thorny and unresolved. Sounds to me like despite the differences Wendy knew you loved her and she loved you enough to want you by her side during the toughest times! Yet another huge loss you have endured, my friend. How large your heart is that you open it time and time again! You seem like a true empath...
Love that you are writing these letters. Healing words. For you and for those who have passed. Much love!
Karenina

 Comment Written 31-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 02-Aug-2021

Good morning, my sweet karenina

I hope you are feeling a bit better today. I often pray so you will have the strength to get through this difficult time. My heart is always with you.


I am so far behind on reviews... I just finished all the messages and replies, so here I go on answering the kind reviews.

I thought it would be painful to write, but instead, I felt a connection with Wendy. I think her strength to stand alone often kept us apart... I can recognize that trait because it runs in my veins as well. But I always knew when she really needed someone. I would be there. I am forever thankful for the one week we had together as a family, sharing good times.

Thanks for your kind words and thoughts.
Smiles and hugs, Carol

reply by karenina on 02-Aug-2021

Every child has a different sort of relationship with their parent. We can't change them. Best we can do is love them where they are and be there for them as they reach out. Seems when we look back it will be those treasured moments that will lift our hearts, always. A compelling retrospective, Carol. (Tell me about being behind in reviews etc!--I'm struggling to make a tiny dent!)---Karenina

reply by the author on 02-Aug-2021

You, sweet one, have every right! I send my love and pray the Lord is with you.

reply by karenina on 03-Aug-2021

You keep on writing those letters! Lot's of us can relate!

Karenina

Comment from Janilou

Excellent

This is such a bittersweet and beautiful story, made all the more tragic for being non-fiction, and at the same time, even more beautiful for the same reason. I'm sure she has come to terms with your relationship in her life after death, and wants to reconcile with you as much as you do with her. Is that a photograph of your daughter above the work?
Beautifully written. I hope it helps to bring you healing also.
All the best,
Jan

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 Comment Written 31-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 02-Aug-2021

I am so far behind on reviews... I just finished all the messages and replies, so here I go on answering the kind reviews.

I thought it would be painful to write; but instead I felt a connection with Wendy. I think her strength to stand alone often kept us apart... i can recognize that trait because it runs in my veins as well. but I always knew when she really needed someone I would be there. I am forever thankful for the one week we had together as a family, sharing good times.

Thanks for your kind words and thoughts.
Smiles and hugs, Carol

Comment from Susan Newell

Excellent

This is a powerful and heart-wrenching story. I'm sure that despite any arguments or disagreements, Wendy loved you and knew you loved her. Families all argue, but in the end, they know that's not what matters. What matters is that they will always be family, in good times or rough ones. Reading this helps me to better understand who you are and the trials you've been through. This is a wonderful piece of writing.

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 Comment Written 31-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 02-Aug-2021

good morning, Sue

I am so far behind on reviews... I just finished all the messages and replies, so here I go on answering the kind reviews.

I thought it would be painful to write; but instead I felt a connection with Wendy. I think her strength to stand alone often kept us apart... i can recognize that trait because it runs in my veins as well. but I always knew when she really needed someone I would be there. I am forever thankful for the one week we had together as a family, sharing good times.

Thanks for your kind words and thoughts.
Smiles and hugs, Carol

reply by Susan Newell on 02-Aug-2021

Good morning and warm welcome back. I hope things are going more smoothly.

reply by the author on 02-Aug-2021

I'm trying...

I did work on the other chapter while off line...just didn't want you to think I was ignoring your comments...because I most definitely didn't.

Smiles, Carol