I opened the book. It was a semi-journal from my deceased wife. It was her way
of being there that Christmas. In this notebook, she wrote how much she loved me
and what a difference I had made in her life. I had a great difficulty in
reading the words through misty eyes, yet felt warm and close to her. She went
on and wrote about the fact she was dying and how she wanted to thank me for
being there for her and with her.
That year for Christmas dinner, I set a place for her at the table. She was
present with us that Christmas and had given me a present I will always
treasure.
I have learned to write about my life, about my friends, because in doing so, I
can share the magic that has been given me.
Merry Christmas one and all.
B. J. Cassady is a Stephen Minister at Edmond Trinity Church and ISD
professional in Guthrie, Oklahoma. A disabled Vietnam era USAF vet, BJ enjoys
giving back to the world with his writings and is putting together a CD audio
collection of his best writings. For further information please write:
bj.enterprises@juno.com
Also look for his story 'Medals' in "More Patriot Hearts" by Lt Col William
Coffey and "The Quilt" coming out August 2004 in "Chicken Soup for the
Caregiver's Soul".
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