The past weekend was another special time. Dave’s niece, Kym and family came in from Oakland. They stayed at Todd and Cindy’s, where the energy of 5 boys could safely be let out. I think it was an exhausting weekend for all the boys, but no one wanted to stop. Sure glad I am not one of the parents that had to get them up and ready for school this morning.
With 3 of the boys 4 soccer games in the morning, there was time in the afternoon for Kym and Simon to visit with us. With no kids around, we could talk freely, and Kym could have a good cry and hard hugs without her boys worrying about Mom crying.
Once again Todd and Cindy fixed a great dinner. Todd likes to cook everything including bread on the barbecue. Cindy is the homemade ice-cream queen. They are a great team.
On Monday some long time Bakersfield friends who now live in Springfield (neighbor to Eugene ) came up to see us. They also brought their son Will, who was visiting them from Lake Tahoe. We could not remember the last time we had seen him. His greeting for Dave was a big, long lasting hug and misty eyes. Dave has always been close to Will, so the visit was really special for both of them.
Right now having small groups of visitors really feels good, even if we end up visiting with someone almost every day. Talking with Kym made me realized that those of us that see Dave daily or frequently have it easier. We can deal with everything in small pieces as changes occur, and then focus elsewhere for a while. Add in the thought that they probably are saying a final good bye and there is a need for big hugs and tears. In fact, all of those hugs are a special gift to Dave which he really enjoys.
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