My friend, Bernice, died yesterday. She was ready. In fact, she was anxious to go and join her husband of 70 years who went to their (our) eternal home last week. My heart is heavy – and yet I rejoice in the promise of heaven awaiting me, too, someday. Dwight posted this picture and poem today. It’s perfect for what I would have written if I had his skill and insight. Enjoy Roth Poetry today!

Aging brings so much angst… Knowing it would happen is no help as the petals of life begin to fade. I count… she loves me she loves me not as our …
Only One Ticket to Ride
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Jan, I am saddened by this news. Indeed, Dwight’s poem shares verses that we can all reach out to.
Indeed!
So sorry for the loss of your dear friend. I know you made a difference in her life as you do in the lives of so many.
Thank you, Fran. She & her dear husband made a difference in mine!
Jan, i am sad as well my good thoughts are with you. I am happy that you are seeing the bright side. I know you will send wishes to all the time you spend together.
Thank you ❤️👍🏽
This certainly was a good post of Dwight’s. I send you mixed good wishes – sadness for the loss and relief that she has her wish. X
Thank you 😊
My sincere condolences Jan, its not easy when we lose a good friend… But it makes it easier knowing their destination…
Sending love and warm hugs my friend .. <3
Thanks so much, Sue.
My thoughts and prayers are with you!
Thank you, Charlotte I appreciate you.
Thank you so much, Jan, for reposting this one. I am glad it expressed what you were feeling!
I am very sad for the loss of your dear friend. It is never easy to say goodbye.