Thanks for such a clear dive into the unfolding of a long marriage, always passing through stages that one can't predict. Thanks for keeping the perspective, not always possible at the end.
wHat a difficult time you had!!!! It's so devastating to see our parents' decline... And you're right!!!! Parents marriages are mystifying....! Great Memoir!!!
Wow. Parallels abound. Having washed and dressed a friend in this last year, that detail struck me in a way that it won't to anyone who hasn't had that job. You are a great writer.
Anny—all I can say is “wow.” This piece is so beautifully written and evocative. Yeah—for all his warts, what a true Dude, and she was a true beauty in mind, beauty and spirit. Gotta go shed a few tears now. That’s just how powerful this one is.
Ahhh, parents…. This one struck a cord.
This is why my favorite poem in the world is ’This be the verse by Philip Larkin.
I don't like Florida. Never did, never will. You I like.
Heartbreaking and lovely
Thanks for such a clear dive into the unfolding of a long marriage, always passing through stages that one can't predict. Thanks for keeping the perspective, not always possible at the end.
Beautiful. Awesome.
Beautifully written. Thank you Ann.
Beautiful piece. Time to let the ashes rest.....
wHat a difficult time you had!!!! It's so devastating to see our parents' decline... And you're right!!!! Parents marriages are mystifying....! Great Memoir!!!
Wow, Ann, so good.
Great contribution to the series. Very engaging, and It puts your own romances into context.
This is a beautiful piece. One day we must swap stories about our parents. Best, Susan
Beautiful Ann
Powerfully written! Touching story
Oh, Ann--that was very moving...
Wow. Parallels abound. Having washed and dressed a friend in this last year, that detail struck me in a way that it won't to anyone who hasn't had that job. You are a great writer.
Anny—all I can say is “wow.” This piece is so beautifully written and evocative. Yeah—for all his warts, what a true Dude, and she was a true beauty in mind, beauty and spirit. Gotta go shed a few tears now. That’s just how powerful this one is.