Tonight's picture was taken in April of 2006 at one of the farms we took Mattie to one weekend. Just like in the Fall, many of the local farms also celebrate spring and Easter. As you can see here, Mattie was a most beautiful lamb!
Quote of the day: The grief of our own friends and family is almost more than we can bear on top of our own, and we don't need anyone else's on our shoulders. ~ Julie Walker
I have to admit that this quote hits home for me. There are days and even weeks when my own feelings and our grief are more than enough to contend with, and therefore taking on anyone else's issues, problems, and concerns simply can't happen. This may sound self-focused, but it really isn't, it is more a product of self-protection. Though Mattie's birthday was on Monday, it has been a week of reflection and hard realities.
Peter and I had another productive day at home, working on Foundation items and transforming our outdoor space into a garden. It was another grey day in Washington, DC, and I did not feel motivated to do much outside. Later in the day, we went over to Ann's house, she was hosting a party for a friend. Mary (Ann's mom) was over and enjoying the sights and sounds of the party. Ann's friend is a professional caregiver of two people who have significant disabilities. He described a typical day for me and shared his observations of his role. After hearing this, all I could think of was...... thank goodness for people like him, who have the patience, compassion, and willingness to help another person. Yes this may be his job, but caring for someone full time is debilitating and it can be mentally and emotionally challenging at times.
I received an email today from our friend, Leslie, who lives in Colorado. I met Leslie through a mutual friend. Leslie and her husband volunteered at our Foundation Walk and continue to be very supportive of us. Despite our geographic distance, Leslie is an avid blog reader. She sent me this fantastic video today of the assembly of a 500,000 piece Lego Tower built in Brazil (A World's Record!). Mattie would have LOVED this video! In honor of Mattie, I posted this for all of you to enjoy. Thanks Leslie!
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/southamerica/brazil/8441253/Brazil-builds-worlds-largest-Lego-tower.html
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