Comments on: Change is a Given; Choice is an Option

By: Got Change? 5 Ways to be Intentional — RIVERFORK CONSULTING

Got Change? 5 Ways to be Intentional — RIVERFORK CONSULTING — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 22:47:05 +0000

[...] back from a trip to Minnesota where I attended the funeral services of a dear family friend who made a choice to stop kidney dialysis two weeks prior. I was N-E-R-V-O-U-S about the trip. I wanted to participate in the celebration of [...]

By: Lucie Newcomb

Lucie Newcomb — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 23:34:44 +0000

So very kind of you, M, to provide such nurturing esp given your scenario. Continued good thoughts and blessings go with you; from all of us, I'm sure. I'm so glad you all have had this "good-bye" period, intense as it is.

One day it will be interesting to write about why we feel what we feel and experience what we experience, even when we know what we know…? The limitations of the mind, perhaps, though I think you are in the presence of a deeper level of knowing. I leave you to your Peace, there, and look forward to your return when it fits for you/all.

By: RIVERFORK

RIVERFORK — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:19:26 +0000

Lucie,
Could you be any cooler? I'm not sure it's humanly possible. ; )
Feelin' the light ~
Melissa

By: RIVERFORK

RIVERFORK — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:17:57 +0000

Inez,
Thank you so much for the kind words! I'm back in MN for Ron's services as I type this. Thanks for sharing the story about your Mom – a brave women as you say.
Namaste friend~
Melissa

By: Lucie Newcomb

Lucie Newcomb — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 02:42:07 +0000

Thanks for letting us know Ron has taken his step. How blessed he is to have you holding the light for his easy, joyful transition. May this rich experience be everything you and your mom, as well as Ron, need it to be. My heart and light are with you.

By: Inez

Inez — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 21:24:06 +0000

I am very touched by your story. I lost my Mom this past summer. Cancer was discovered at Stage 4 and she was afraid of suffering and was ready to die. My father was not. She complained about our keeping her around, although it was out of our hands. Mom made a choice to take a chemo treatment. Not for herself, as she was certain of her ending, but for her family. My sister and I agree that she wanted to shorten the wait, which it did. She had accepted the change and wanted to make it happen.
My Mom was a brave woman. Your friend is as well. My advice is just to be there, to be present and to assure (as you have) acceptance of his decision.

You are right. We have to chose how to live our lives and how to adapt to change and accept that change is inevitable.

My thoughts are with you.

By: Lance

Lance — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 22:29:42 +0000

Hi Melissa,
This word…choice…is really jumping out at me here today. Ah…the choices we have. Always. And how often do we hold ourselves back from shining our true colors. Your story of your friend, Ron – is a stark reminder to me that what I have is NOW. And that life is fleeting. You have written this so beautifully, and know that I am touched by what you have shared. May you all find peace in life now, and life everlasting…on the other side…

By: RiverFork

RiverFork — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 16:13:47 +0000

Your comment made my entire day. Thanks! I love your latest post, "Sunday Thought for the Day." http://www.jungleoflife.com/2010/01/24/sunday-tho...

Enjoy the week~
Melissa

By: Lucie Newcomb

Lucie Newcomb — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 03:37:07 +0000

Thanks for always listening, Melissa, and for provoking and evoking – happy weekend! – Lucie

By: RiverFork

RiverFork — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 13:53:22 +0000

Lucie,
Thanks for the kind words and guidance.
Enjoy the weekend!
Melissa