My life has revolved around words.
Written words.
Spoken words.
Words unsaid.
It's amazing the power of the every day ordinary word, when intertwined with other words and said from a place within the human spirit of genuine compassion, friendship, empathy, support and love.
So it comes as a bit of a shock that I am at a loss for words at this moment in time. I am having a hard time trying to articulate my overwhelming gratitude at the response to this post, which I wrote from a long neglected place deep inside.
Emotional hangover aside, it was cathartic to write about Joshua and how his death forever changed me. In time there may be more that comes out, the anger at being that mom, the depths of grief and so many other feelings. But for now, it was a good start and I'm glad I have this living, breathing medium in which to express those feelings.
I am humbled to know that such depth of emotion and compassion still exists and I am fortunate to be part of the community in which it exists.
From a much lighter heart, Thank You!
