She attended Peruvian preschool Friday for the last time in 2009. At the end of class, her teacher Irlinda gathered together the entire school - all teachers and all students - to say goodbye. They gave her gifts, wished her well, and thanked her for being their friend.
As I walked home, carrying her in my arms, River whispered in my ear, "Quiero a Irlinda mucho," which in English means, "I love Irlinda so...much."
By a friend I met recently in a cafe we were invited to attend a celebration tonight at a Jewish house, one of countless homes situated at popular travel destinations around the world to which Jews frequent and at which they commune. But I don't think we will go.
Because River is grieving.
And rightfully so.
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3 comments:
I remember that cross and vista in your last pictures included in this post.
What great memories.
How incredible to enjoy that beautiful city again as a family.
Mourn well.
Tyler! She has such a sweet spirit, doesn't she! We miss you guys.
-Michele Hand
T, the way your family works is a huge inspiration to me. Your kids will learn to be a gift to the world and to recieve the world as a gift to them.
I've really enjoyed checking in on this blog. Keep up the adventures.
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