KEEP SHINING

I witnessed the wonder of the moon in eclipse last night and could not help but think of you Kristy. As the moon was enveloped in shadow I saw it change. It was blinding in it’s white light and very very slowly became more and more subdued. But I knew, like everyone else watching, it would eventually be restored to it’s original ferocity. How appropriate it happened on your birthday, this reminder that we are all in a process of change and transformation. Yes, you are not here with me but I sincerely believe you are still passing through me. You have changed me and made me in many ways who I am today. And I am still changing because of this. You brought me so much joy as a child and as an adult. It was not always easy as we were both changing during our journey - both apart and together. Today as always you are moving through me. Who and what I am is and has been transformed because of you. I will look at the moon in a now way from now on. Travel on my love. Keep shining. 

13 YEARS LATER

Today I hung another piece of blue glass outside. Now there are 13. They shine and sparkle like twinkling  eyes. I am thinking how fortunate I am to know you as a daughter, a friend, and a teacher. I see you in others all the time. In the generosity of my sister. In the humor of my brother. In the abilities of your sister. And in the wisdom of your seven year old nephew Ave. Part of us is with you and part of you is with us. So it shall ever be.