George, thank you for posting the entry today.. So much about Brian is in my memory regularly. The quilted hanging in my stairwell is there every day. And the Advent banner that Brian, Sandra and Mary Ann created for University church fills an entire wall in my lower level family room. He was a magnificent fabric artist. And with our time at Belle Point just around the corner I have been remembering being there with him. I will always treasure my memories of accompanying him to the Boston COSROW meeting..
He was simply and profoundly a good friend. But we both know the loss of a spouse leaves an aching hole in the heart. On this day of caring and every day, you have my support. With you I enjoy big smiles when I remember Brian: a good, creative, mischievous, opinionated, humorous insightful, generous guy who knew how to use a credit card!!!!!!!! We all love him and YOU!
George, the loss of a partner is a heartache that never goes away. It's does get a bit accepting in time. There are always things that will remind you of how close you were. It could be a song, or something as little as a shirt you may see someone wearing. It's been 28 years since John's passing and there are times I can go right back to the day of certain events both good and bad. Brian helped me with John. He came over nearly every day. Brian could always make me laugh. We could be somewhere and all he would have to do is give me that look and we would both burst out laughing. One of my memories is when we were in Florida and Brian and I were looking and buying mood rings that had "Princess" on them. We got horrible looks from the girl that waited on us. Big hugs and love to you George. -Don
George, Brian was so loved by anyone who knew him but devotedly by you. Your marriage was inspiring. So much care and devotion, kindness and humor, and pure love. Five years is a long time to to some but to be without your other half can seem like an eternity. Know that Brian lives in the hearts and minds of many of us - especially his mischievous smile. Know you are loved and while grief shared means love shared it does not lessen the burden. Thinking of you always. Nancy
George, thank you for posting this update. I can't believe that it's been five years since Brian died and I am so sorry that life has been so challenging. You and Brian had a magnificent marriage, filled with love and devotion. It was always fun sharing a meal at one of our homes or trying out a restaurant we hadn't been to before. I tried calling the number I had for your land line but got no answer. Please feel free to reach out if you'd like to talk. Thinking of you both and sending my best. Amy
George, I think of you both often, I can see that grin which preceded something naughty Brian was going to say clearly! More importantly felt the love and connection you two have that is rarely seen in relationships. Know you are loved by so many! I am living in St. Louis but will pop in when I’m WI. Sending hugs. Connie
He was simply and profoundly a good friend. But we both know the loss of a spouse leaves an aching hole in the heart. On this day of caring and every day, you have my support. With you I enjoy big smiles when I remember Brian: a good, creative, mischievous, opinionated, humorous insightful, generous guy who knew how to use a credit card!!!!!!!! We all love him and YOU!