Being divorced and having moved so far away from family and friends I find

myself in this predicament far too often.

Another (former)relative has passed away. My 1st husband's Uncle. He was such a wonderful hard working family loving man.
A pig farmer, father of 3 strapping young men, devoted and loyal husband, terrific friend and Uncle to all he knew.
Frank understood me. He listened to me when I needed an ear not a judge. He loved me unconditionally and accepted me into the huge family that was my husband's.

All that changes somewhat when divorce happens. I no longer am a part of that loving family. Some were so judgemental (bible thumpin' christians). Some just totally disowned me for divorcing.

Uncle Frank I will miss you always. You loved me, you listened, you laughed and I know I saw a tear once in a while. You were a great Father to your sons and a most wonderful Husband to your wife of nearly 60 years.
I am thankful that you didn't suffer a long and painful passing.
I wish I could attend your funeral because I would be there.
I'll mourn in my own way and celebrate the man I knew in my heart to be one of the best ever put on this earth.
I'm too ill to drive anywhere and it's a 6.5 hour drive. My driving privileges have been restricted temporarily due to illness and honestly I just couldn't do it.
I'll send a card with a note, make a donation to a charity of the family's choosing.

Rest in sweet peace dear Uncle Frank.
Thank you for saving my life more than once. I have the strength to go on when I remember your words to me in my times of distress.

I am going to miss you. It's different now. Before, I knew you were there even if you were far away, now I know you're gone. My world is different.

Y'think maybe he and my former father-in-law might be fishing in that big stream and catching some really big ones? I'd like to think so.

Back to bed I go .. perchance to dream of a Man I was so blessed to love and be loved by.


good night friends.

aA
kesha