January 21, 2004
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the last few days my mother and I have been at my grandmother’s deathbed. this morning it’s over.
something James said made me think of this song…
a little gossip, from man of la mancha
SANCHO
Your Reverence, could I talk to him?
PADRE
I’m afraid he won’t hear you.
SANCHO
(moving toward the bed)
Then, I won’t say much.
PADRE
And no mention of knight-errantry!
SANCHO
Of course not. Does one speak of the rope
in the house of the hanged?
Just a few words… to lighten his heart.
A little gossip… a little chat…
A tittle idle talk of this and that…
I’ll tell him all the troubles I have had,
And since he doesn’t hear,
At least he won’t feel bad.
(to Don Quixote)
When I first got home my wife Teresa beat me,
But the blows fell very lightly on my back.
She kept missing ev’ry other stroke
And crying from the heart
That while I was gone
She’d gone and lost the knack!
Of course, I hit her back, Your Grace,
but she’s a lot harder than I am,
and you know what they say…
“Whether the stone hits the pitcher
or the pitcher hits the stone
it’s going to be bad for the pitcher”
So I’ve got bruises from here to…
(to the Padre)
A little gossip… a little chat…
A little idle talk of this and that…
If no one listens,
Then it’s just as well,
At least I won’t get caught in any lies I tell!
(to Don Quixote)
Oh, I haven’t fought a windmill in a fortnight
And the humble joys get duller ev’ry day,
Why, when I’m asleep a dragon
With his fiery tongue a-waggin’
Whispers, “Sancho.
Won’t you please come out and play?”
Comments (28)
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….~~~~~waves of light in your direction~~~
Big slurpy kisses to you, Lara.
((((hugs))))
Oh! These things are hard whether you are knowing and waiting or not. Wishing you peace,
M.
much love to you. you gave her a great gift by being there. smooches, doll.
anya – thursday, january 22nd, 2004 12:46 am.
so sorry : /
I am sorry about your grandma. At least you could say good bye to her.
I’m so sorry to hear that, Lara. Love to you and your family.
worshipping you from afar
My sympathy Lara… love to you and your family
smooch.
I hope her transition was an easy, peaceful one. I’m glad you could be there for her and I know it hurts to be there for someone dear to you.
Sorry, Lara
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You know Lara, if I were on my deathbed I think I’d appreciate having you there. God I love you girl. The Sancho piece from Man of La Mancha made me tear up. The hardest part of death is living.
I keep you in my thoughts and in my heart,
Timothy
I’m really sorry about your grandmother, but I think that “little gossip” thing was perfect. I hate it when people are dying and some folks feel thay need to unburden themselves…keep it light so their heart is light. Much love to you and your family!
-M
Sorry you lost someone. It was a good thing to be with her in her final hours – I’m sure she knew and appreciated it somehow.
I’m sorry you lost your grandmother. and I’m glad you got to spend time together at the end.
I’m sorry about your grandmother, it was great you were able to be with her and your mother.
hugs
::hugs:: ::warm thoughts:: ::love:: I think I have a good sense about people, and I think you are wonderful. I hope you get to see some sunshine in your life soon!
It’s always a mixed bunch of feelings, none mild. I’m sorry for your loss, I never seem to have words when I hear of loved ones dying. Only intense feelings of empathy and a bit of loss myself.
I’m sorry to hear of your grandmother’s passing.