Besides briefly reconnecting with school friends, it was a joy to see my hometown again as well. It was amazing to see how all the places had changed--some weren't even there any more. Yet, mercifully most of the landmarks survived and brought back so many memories.
The three weeks I've spent at my sister's so I could attend my high school reunion, included a brief time when my brother was able to be with us and we could enjoy each other's company again. Living in three distant states has made these sibling visits rare and treasured.
Once again, memories have been a constant companion since I've been here with my sister. I've noticed more reminiscing about my husband Dean too, gone for almost two years now. How he would have enjoyed the activities I've had these past few weeks.
I'm looking forward to returning home to family in Nebraska though, where I can busy myself with current events in my life. Remembering is a good and necessary tool of surviving grief, but remaining active is also a blessed way to put the past behind and get on with life as it is.
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| As you can see, the years have brought some outward changes, but inside we're just 3 happy kids! |
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| Curiously, the natural landmarks are the ones that remain changeless. These dunes we passed through on our daily summer swim in the ocean, was one thing that hadn't changed! |
