Linda Hoye's Blog, page 153
January 30, 2017
Monday, January 30, 2017
“Even if I knew that tomorrow the world would go to pieces, I would still plant my apple tree.” ~ Martin Luther My husband’s dad slipped peacefully away this weekend. The respect and dignity with which this gentle-man was cared for in these final days a testimony to the seeds he sowed throughout his 95 […]
January 28, 2017
Saturday, January 28, 2017
“To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson True words as I ponder the life my father-in-love has lived for 95 years and the rich legacy of family he has created. Every story shared solidifies his status as a truly a successful […]
January 27, 2017
Friday, January 27, 2017
“With mirth and laughter let old wrinkles come.” ~ William Shakespeare, The Merchant of Venice Today is my birthday. Yesterday, Gerry mentioned the fact to his 96-year-old mom who is, of course, struggling with the swift decline in her husband. For a moment her eyes brightened, her lips turned up in a smile, and she […]
January 26, 2017
Thursday, January 26, 2017
“How fragile we are, between the few good moments.” ~ Jane Hirshfield We journey today to be with Gerry’s parents and his sister and her husband. We prepare to say goodbye. We support. We love. We pray.
January 25, 2017
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
“O my Luve’s like a red, red rose.” ~ Robert Burns The other day I was shooting photos with a dried rose. My husband took note. Yesterday he brought a single red rose home for me. This is love.
January 24, 2017
Tuesday, January 24, 2017
“And whatever your labors and aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life, keep peace in your soul. With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.” ~ Max Ehrmann, Desiderata: A Poem for a Way of Life Something I had forgotten: I can choose […]
January 23, 2017
Monday, January 23, 2017
“Only the weak are cruel. Gentleness can only be expected from the strong.” ~ Leo Buscaglia Every single person walking the earth is someone’s son or daughter. They are also, possibly, someone’s mother or father, sister or brother; most certainly someone’s friend. The people we read about online and see on the news are that too. […]
January 22, 2017
Sunday, January 22, 2017
“Let gratitude be the pillow upon which you kneel to say your nightly prayer. And let faith be the bridge you build to overcome evil and welcome good.” ~ Maya Angelou, Celebrations: Rituals of Peace and Prayer I After church we will travel a short way to spend more time with Gerry’s parents. His dad, […]
January 21, 2017
Saturday, January 21, 2017
“There is within each one of us a potential for goodness beyond our imagining; for giving which seeks no reward; for listening without judgment; for loving unconditionally.” ~ Elisabeth Kübler-Ross That “listening without judgement” thing can be a challenge sometimes, can’t it? I felt the weight of silent judgement this week where none was intended. […]
January 20, 2017
Friday, January 20, 2017
“Books are the quietest and most constant of friends; they are the most accessible and wisest of counselors, and the most patient of teachers.” ~ Charles William Eliot It is a historic day for our neighbours south of the border, indeed for the whole world. Some are celebrating, others are protesting; some jubilant, others afraid. […]
