Sadly it seems like Barry's battle with cancer is coming to a close. I've spoken to my sister a few times, and while it's not "time" yet, I believe I need to go and be with my sister.
I've been witness to her life for all her 53 years. We know each other inside and out, flowers and warts. The beauty of this is we can just be who we are and no need for brave faces.
My sister's house is full of Barry's relatives right now but the house will be empty in a day or two. That is when I think I should go.
It will be a short visit - for now - but we can sit together and cry together and care for Barry together. She doesn't need to be strong for me and I don't need to be strong for her. We'll just be together, and that will be salve for both our souls.
For in light of this sad tragedy, I realize in spite of it all, I am richly blessed. I have my sister. She is more precious to me than most anything on this earth. And she needs me.
It will be sad, yes. But we will have each other. And for that, I am very, very thankful.
I love you, my sister. See you soon.
Tricks by any other name
10 years ago
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