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Husband M, Son K and I attended a holiday party at the home of an old friend this past Sunday. She will turn 70 next year and is as lively and energetic as ever. I was sad to learn one of her friends passed away last year at 84. He left his wife behind, they had no children so she lives alone now. She was quite dependent on him. It would almost be better if she had passed on before him, but it doesn't work that way. My friend told me they were horrified that this lady now keeps her husband's ashes in her living room and will tell visitors 'There's Henry'. I actually don't have a problem with that.
There was a couple there, the husband was 75, he told me he suffered a stroke 25 years ago. It explained why the left side of his face was paralyzed. He said he had 4 heart attacks that same year. They told him he had to quit smoking and drinking. Now he walks and talks normally. In fact, he entertained the group of 15 with rowdy jokes for a good part of the night.
I had to ask one of the other couples if they go to my church. Sure enough, it was them. I had seen the lady in church a number of times as they are quite active there. I kept wondering where I knew her from. She has known my friend for 33 years and I have been seeing her on and off over the years at the parties but I couldn't place her! It's a small world.
There was one other couple around our age who we knew, so it was good to catch up with them. K entertained himself on his smart phone and loves any kind of party.
It's a busy time of year, but great to connect with old friends and meet new people.
10 comments:
I know just what you mean. I am very dependent on Art, too dependent. I wish it were possible for me to go before him. It scary to think about life without him. Art will be 70 next year and he is as energetic as many people 20 years younger.
Glad you enjoyed the party, and were able to catch up on old friends. Valerie
I assume that hubby will outlive me, because he is 3 years younger. Perhaps, it is better that way. I love to attend parties, by the way. Lol.
always is lovely see again old friends Christine!
wives usually outlive their husbands
It is a small world.
Nice. Sometimes people who live past their seventies can be a real inspiration to us all. I hope you had a wonderful time.
I love to hear about your adventures! You always learn so much about the people you visit with. Beautiful photograph too.
Sounds like a nice party. You learn so many interesting things when you chat with people, especially elderly folks. They have so much to share, and I think all they want is someone to listen.
Like you, I don't have a problem with her referring to the ashes as Henry either. If it brings her comfort then that's what matters. It's nobody else's business :)
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