Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Thinking of Rosemary and her family today, and how lucky I was to spend time with her, on and off over so many years. My sister, Mary, mentioned she remembered Rosemary (we called her "Rosie" as children) took care of her while our Mom was in the hospital having me - nearly 72 years ago! So many wonderful memories, respect for how she managed through hard times, and delight in her easy laugh. Funny which memories pop - the Thanksgiving with a GIANT turkey that barely fit in the oven, checking the meter to see if more energy was used to warm up coffee in the microwave or on the stove, fiercely private but loved to be-in-the-know about others, energetic, practical, kind, kind, kind.
A born teacher - there wasn't a puppy who couldn't "sit", or a child who didn't know which President is on which bill, within ten minutes (I used to pretend to forget, although I bet she knew that!). Thank you, dear Rosemary. As I signed off each phone call and visit, "Love you", secure in her response - "I love you, too".
