A
sweet moment in time, that Saturday morning, is family history to treasure with
loving care.
Did
I think this night, a month later, would be like any other, sleeping naturally till sunrise? It’s rare for this old man, but I woke up in
time to remember our Kay ...
(So many loved ones have remembered since our return to Utah; as a family, we thank you!)
(So many loved ones have remembered since our return to Utah; as a family, we thank you!)
My
phone Notes safekeep a journal of sweet and difficult moments in time. Not tedious with Kay on my mind. After one month in our “dream cottage”,
Saturday about 2am, I noted with care: “slower, easier breathing.” To be at peace, finally, must be a
blessing. At 2:22, “one last breath …
Gratefully, she is released from suffering, and is now in her Heavenly Father’s
care. I asked Katie, our oldest daughter kneeling on the bed …” (already in the
attitude of prayer). “She was led by the
Spirit, and we were comforted – a time of indescribable love we will always
cherish as a family. Our five children … shed tears of sadness and joy.”
Alone
in our room, but not so, I was blessed with “two hours” of comfort by the
Spirit and love I felt for Kay, my eternal companion. Naturally, tears flowed. The world seemed motionless, as if in honor of that sacred time. Grateful for the love of our Savior Jesus Christ, I knew our marriage was on a firm foundation ... forever.
A
tender mercy – it seemed fitting in a way – to have those silent, dark hours before
the dawning of a new day. The contrast, in order, is symbolic.
"I
feel my Savior's love. In all the world around me. His Spirit warms my
soul." – lds.org/...childrens-songbook...
Our family loves that favorite song Kay taught in Primary.
Dearest Children, she is near you!
Dearest Children, she is near you!
Again,
and forever, with love
in Grandma's hands – twin love
with another favorite song – for fun
with another favorite song – for fun
