Four years ago today, I was at the Stanford Veteran’s Hospital in Palo Alto standing by with my mother with my stepfather Sixty as he passed away. It was the beginning of four lonely, heartbreaking years for my mother. The next morning, after making the necessary arrangements, we went to the local mall for lunch. Mother spotted a beautiful bracelet with a charm called a “love knot.” She bought it in memory of Sixty, and wore it often. After her diagnosis, she asked for it, and wore it until her passing. I now wear it, and it brings me the comfort that it brought her.
Each year since Sixty’s passing, I’ve planned something special to do with my mother on this day. I’m happy to report that today, it isn’t necessary. Mother doesn’t need that anymore. She’s joyful. No more loneliness or heartbreak. Praise the Lord for that.
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