We went to visit Harvey this morning. He was almost totally unresponsive, seeming tired, though not uncomfortable. He liked the headless snowman I brought him for his wall – another one of pictures of mailbox decorations we made out of sheet metal in Arkansas.
The only other thing he said was that I ‘had thrown him into the lake off the dock at Tate’ (Tate Mountain, Georgia) one summer. I don’t remember it, but if I did, he deserved it.
Last night I woke up from dreaming that I was writing a letter to him. I continued writing it in my mind as I remained sleepless. I’ve decided to write that letter in my sketchbook.
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We are indeed entering the rainy season here. It was cloudy this morning, but I went ahead and got my laundry out on the drying rack on the balcony. On the way back from the nursing home the skies opened up and it POURED to the point it was hard for our GRAB driver to see or get around. Then, as suddenly as it started, the faucet was turned off and the rain stopped. By the time we got to the chocolate place, it was as if it hadn’t rained at all. We’ve been to the gym, the nursing home and the chocolate place today and haven’t gotten wet at all.
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We’ll go to the cafe after a while for Brian to work and me to sketch. Hopefully, our luck with the weather will hold.
There were workmen redoing the stones on the front porch at the cafe. They had a pry bar, a drill, and a hammer, and managed, somehow to get all the heavy stones up and moved. They continued breaking up the rocks until they could put the pieces in a gazillion sacks. They then rested and waited for a pick up truck. They loaded all the sacks into the back of the truck and then covered whatever they were going to put down with tarps to protect the material from the rain. All in one day. I only saw 3 men. Today there is a crew putting down whatever the new stuff will be. I know it will look great, but I really liked the old, worn, broken stonework…
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Brian just texted me that there was a parcel outside my door. He had encouraged me to find some books at an online book store. I chose two Nora Roberts books I’ve probably read, but didn’t recognize, plus a book called, “Just Draw It!” The Dynamic Drawing Course for Anyone with a Pencil and Paper.
Wheee! I need all the help I can get, so I’m thrilled to get this one. Added bonus – the books were wrapped in bubble wrap, so guess what this old lady will enjoy doing this evening…
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Wow! What a busy day! I hope you enjoyed the rest of the day and stayed dry.
I like the idea of writing a letter to your Harvey. That is something I have recommended to people going through tough times, whether it is an illness or death of a loved one. Basically, anything that causes you heartache or sadness, especially with a loved one, write a letter to them, then burn it, keep it or throw it away. Sometimes, just getting the feelings and emotions out can be of tremendous help. So often, people have regrets for things they did or did not say to someone prior to their death or Dementia, and writing the letter seems to be very helpful. I hope the letter helped you.
I am sure you will enjoy your books, especially the one for drawing. I also loved your Harvey’s wall with all of the pictures. Take good care of yourself. (Donna)
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Thank you for your caring message, Donna. Amazingly, we managed to dodge the rain all day. We came back from the cafe about 4 and it POURED about 4:30. My windows didn’t leak a drop! It was lovely to be able to look out at the rain, staying dry, not having to roll up towels to line the windows. :0). I wrote the letter. I will post it to the blog, but I’m telling this stuff to Harvey a bit at a time, just so he doesn’t completely lose sight of his identity. It was cathartic, though, to get it out. Maybe I’ll sleep better now. Today’s visit was less than stellar, so the timing of the letter at the cafe was good. I’ll finish it tomorrow and post it. I appreciate you. Donna.
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pop pop pop!! I bet you are enjoying that bubble wrap, Linda!
I love seeing the photo of Harvey’s art wall! I am sorry to hear he wasn’t in a good mood.
I thought of you both tonight while watching a Peter Santenello video about Arkansas. Here’s the link:
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Yes! Am I driving you nuts with it yet? Thanks for the link. I’ve bookmarked it so I can watch it later. Hope you’re doing well, Sweet Sheila.
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Ha!! I can hear the popping from here!! (Insert hilarious laughter)
And while you’re bookmarking videos, here’s my podcast from Wednesday:
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both bookmarked! Thanks.
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Yay!! Bubble wrap! Gotta love it! 😊
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It’s one of the joys in life.
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