Today is the sixth anniversary of my Mom’s passing. And yesterday, we celebrated the marriage of Peter’s son, Blake, and his wonderful new wife, Kim. The wedding, held at Fenway Park in Boston, was the most unique I have ever attended.
Life is an interesting thing. We have no choice but to accept change in its many facets. From saying goodbye to a cherished loved one, to embracing a new family member, to finding new facial lines in the mirror, life for us humans progresses whether we like it or not. The interweaving of present moment experiences and memories, including the making of new memories, is a rich tapestry, one highlighted by glorious days interwoven with intense loss. And it’s okay.
As Peter and I danced to the Rock & Roll and Hip Hop music of the great Boston band, Sweet Tooth and the Sugar Babies, I found myself weaving another connection – a memory from my early childhood…my dear friend and “Uncle” Alton nicknamed me Sugar Baby. I adored that name and even as a three-year-old, I recognized the love and affection Alton bestowed on me when he called me that. I think today of that cherished little girl and all she’s seen and experienced. I wouldn’t change a thing – any of it.
Love,
Cathy
May your mom continue to rest in peace. Sending love
Thank you, Boomie. She’s enjoying Boston with us today – she loved the city and came to see me when I lived here. And we’ll toast to her tonight.
Cathy
Sugar Baby, what a lovely post — thank you for sharing those sweet and bittersweet memories. xxoo
Thank you, Brigitte. They are truly both and I’ve come to appreciate them as a part of my life.
Sugar Baby
Your last paragraph brought a smile to my face and it lingers still. Thank you, Cathy.
Russ
Thank you, Russ. It is so sweet to be able to share it with you.
Hugs,
Cathy
You have such great perspective, Cathy. I love the thought of looking back on your child self and all she’s seen and experienced.
Congratulations to the newlyweds, wishing them many years of happiness. And good thoughts to you as you toast your mom tonight.
Thank you, RG. I hadn’t thought of Sugar Baby for many years. It made so many connections for me. Kim and Blake are a wonderful couple and I’m so happy for them! And my Mom was the best. These days I think of her without the pain of her loss. It’s good to be here.
The bittersweet interplay between celebrating love and honoring its impact touches me deeply Cathy..Thank you for sharing this with your readers..
Love is so powerful, isn’t it? And when it’s used as a verb, it’s transcends time, space, loss and gain. Thank you for your kind and loving words, Mimi.
Cathy
Sugar Baby is such a sweet name for a little girl. Sending love to your mom upstairs, Cathy. And congratulations to Blake & Kim!
Thanks, Weebs. It was a beautiful wedding and they are a fabulous couple. And Mom (Cherie) thanks you.
Sugar Baby is such a great nickname. This post was beautiful and I really enjoy your perspective on things. To accepting change and seeing the value in all the threads of our life tapestries.
It’s a bit easier when we can accept change rather than resist it, I think. Thank you, Rachelle for your kind comment. I love your perspective as well. You write wonderful and insightful posts that are such a pleasure to ingest.
Best,
Cathy
You have such a positive and healthy outlook on life Cathy, this sweet and poignant post puts my industrial strength cynicism on hold.
V,
I like your viewpoint. I think humor has to have a certain level of cynicism – and your posts are often funny and always interesting. Besides, I have do have my cynical days. I always appreciate your comments, here.
I suppose that most people have their cynical days every now and then. Annually, I have a mellow day.
Maybe in the big scheme of things we balance each other out.