ROLLER COASTER
I know exactly what I was feeling and doing in February, 1959. I was hovering several feet above the earth, playing house as a brand-new bride, knowing that I wanted to spend forever with my new husband. At 23, forever seemed doable. The concept of 50 years, however, was ungraspable – forever seemed more likely.
In February, 2009, I’m still hover happy and still playing house – the living room furniture and my life both keep getting rearranged. 50 years is still ungraspable. Somehow it happened and we celebrated with closest friends at a favorite restaurant at a dimmer totally and beautifull arranged by our children – EVERYTHING WAS PERFECT!!
Fast forward one week – February 16 we were at the hospital emergency room for John’s chest pain. February 21 he came home with a stent in his main artery and very glad to be free of bed and iv’s and beeps and pings. Again the kids were amazing – doing just the right thing at the right time.
Did I mention that our 2 cars were hit while parked in our driveway – John’s totalled and mine saveable but with much damage – this happened about 3 weeks ago and mine is still being repaired.
I’m taking bets on whether this will sell as the next great soap opera plot!!!!
Being married to the same wonderful (and now heart healthy) man for 50 years and having 3 amazing children and 5 beautiful grandchildren as well as loving and special friends to help us celebrate those years is quite a gift. We both thank you all.
FYI
Check out dianelockward.com for information about 2 upcoming events she has planned:
Saturday, March 14 A Reading in Celebration of Women’s History Month, Women Poets Reading Poems That Reflect the Lives of Women, from 1 to 4 at the West Caldwell Library. This reading brings out some of the best women poets from all parts of New Jersey and there will be an opportunity to talk to new and old friends over tea and cookies. Men are welcome to share in this day of great poetry.
Sunday, May 17 Poetry Festival showcasing 12 Journals at the West Caldwell Library from 1 to 5. This is the sixth year of the festival and it is a great way to hear good poetry and to see some of the journals available in the local area – it is always a wonderful afternoon!!
There is more info on Diane’s website and I urge you to check it out
February 23, 2009 at 8:14 am
Congratulations!! And I’m glad JP is ok and feeling better. On to 51!
February 23, 2009 at 2:21 pm
Oh, Gina, I don’t even know what to say, except thank God, wow, and hug John. But then you knew that already.
March 11, 2009 at 6:58 am
Very glad to hear that John is fine & well. My goodness, what a month.
Take care,
Deborah