I have been off for a week now, as a friend says, "unemployed."
This has been a roller-coaster ride of a week though. I finished a contract, spent a few extra days in Yuma and went out with friends, missed catching a few before I left, although I made that "hit, then split!" Rode home, took my time, and enjoyed the feeling of freedom, of not having to be anywhere anytime soon!
Spent some time over the weekend with a friend and my dad. We went somewhere that I myself haven't been too, re-met someone I once did, met three new people, received a gift, spent some money and got a few things for myself.
The other day, as I pulled into my place, I saw a plant next to the garbage can in the alley. It was one of those miniature Christmas Trees/ferns/evergreens/looks like a Fir... was looking a little weak, wilting, yet surprisingly healthy. So I grabbed it, brought it in, and watered it. Today, it appears to have perked up and is already showing signs of new growth!
This morning, my mom called me.
Not a rare thing, yet before I answered, I sat down.
She called to tell me that my Aunt had passed. My father's sister. I was somehow prepared, yet completely taken by surprise by this news.
This evening, as I thought back, reminisced, and recalled... I was filled by this overwhelming feeling of peace. I only wish I could fully share this experience with my dad.
As I mourn the loss of a family member, I also mourn the loss my father has had. There are no words.
Peace.
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