My older sister Marcy died on Father's day following a stroke some seven years earlier. In a few minutes Marcy went from being a bright and vibrant person who loved to dance, sing and travel to a person confined to a wheel chair needing basic assistance.
Who knows why a Loving God allows these things to happen? Who knows the lessons Marcy learned throughout this difficult time? I know what I saw and experienced.
Marcy was always full of life and was Pro-life. She raised her family of four to love and respect the gift of life.
All this time her children supported her and acted only for her well being, providing the medical care and love she so desperately needed. Never once did any of her children act against Marcy's interests. They exhibited much love toward their mother.
When her death was expected in a few weeks, they arranged hospice support making certain she received food an nutrition according to her condition. The nursing home people from Briarwood were extremely loving in their care for her, right up until the end. she had an opportunity to receive our church's Sacrament of the Sick (Last rites) shortly before she died.
As an active pro-life person I know that not all people receive this care and concern. I am so thankful that she was treated with such dignity all the days she lived with disabilities. I am especially grateful I was able to visit with her to say good bye.
Marcy, we will meet again in the presence of the Lord. Say Hi to Mom and Dad
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