The White Dove Symbolizes Peace!

What an exhilerating day! Started early! Took our "puppy" for his morning walk; and it felt soooooo good to breathe in the cool fresh air! Spring is here! We were on vacation from the 21st of March; and returned in the tiddy bitty hours of the 2nd of April. Amazingly awesome, how many buds and blooms have evolved during our absentia!

We were playing a tid bit of "catch up" in the am; and then we went out to pick up Alan's Mum for a lunch back at our home. Well, there was a bit of a tid of a surprise in store for all of us! Alan's Dad joined us today. Alan and his father have not seen or spoken for 4 years. Very sad set of circumstances.
Apparently, the father wanted to be included in the outing. The interesting thing is, that he knows he "wronged" my husband; and thus, he wanted to make a tid of a reconciliation.

Both parents are not well. His mother has a terminal rare cancer; and the father has dementia. Presently, they are both in an old age home; and each have their own tiny bit of a room. Very very depressing. The people there, are just "waiting to die"; and they are lined up in wheelchairs by the elevator, hoping that a family member or friend, who cares enough, will come and see them; and / or take them out of "prison".
The people have been relegated to tears....ie Alan's Dad even. (today, he was begging to go out) And, in his day, he had such a strong charismatic personality. Perhaps, he comes by it naturally - he is a tough old Scot.

They both came for lunch. Normally, my beloved Alan does the cooking. However, I "whipped" up (surprised the heck out of him! LOL!) a "gourmet" lunch for his parents. Alan and I had tuna fish sandwiches; as the shrimp was only enough for 2 people. They LOVED being "out" and being "looked after"; as if they MATTERED. They were most appreciative; as were we, of their company.

We all raised our wine glasses and thanked Him for this wonderful gift. I have always loved white doves; and I am so glad I found this photo image of a white dove, which symbolizes PEACE. Also, we have a gorgeous slate stone fireplace, and a high skylight; so it was all the more meaningful.

It was a most memorable day for us; and Alan and his Dad were "kibitzing" and "tidbitzing."

Now, maybe you have all been waiting for a tidbit? or you can perhaps guess the tidbit?

Tidbit - Life is TOO short. Alan's Dad has had time to reflect about his life; and his treatment towards others - namely, his son; who was / is one of his biggest allies. He wept in our presence today. Hmmmmmm. He was so amazed that we extended a genuine welcome to him; because he was not sure what type of a reception he would receive from his son. Historically, it was a great moment for the 4 of us. One "old tough Scot" and one "young tough Scot" acknowledging each other; and, a meeting of the minds.

To expand on "life is too short". That is just it - plain and simple. Communicate, share, and spend time with your loved ones before they "depart". Do NOT leave things until the very end; or when it is too late. Alas, when this happens, it is the sadness of the ones left behind, that is felt. You can not regain, what is lost. I guess the expression, "You never know what you have lost, until it is gone"; is very true.

Another tidbit - Work on building, or re-establishing "real" relationships with your parents and family. I wish my parents were still alive today. I miss them - hugely. My Mum adored Alan; and he, her. I know if my Dad were still with us, he and Alan would be camarades. Someday, I will blog about "Our Answer to Prayer". I feel that my Dad, played a tidbit of a part, in Alan's and my meeting of one another.

Alan and I feel my parents are "here in spirit" with us. However, we have moved, into what was their home; and we sense they are happy with our choice. We have lovingly restored "our" place; and it exudes a warmth, and a special welcome to all those who enter here. We still have bits of tids of renovations to finish; however, we will appreciate when it is completed, all the more!

Alan and I are going to see and uplift his parents as much as we can. We just wish that we could have seen more of them these past 4 years. However, what is past, is "spilt milk".

Another tidbit - Let go of yesterday, tomorrow is promised to no one; it is TODAY, that matters the most! Live it; take ownership of each day; living one day at a time. It works!

With that, am going to say a hearty "Good Night" to you all. Will blogtrip about Mexico, before too long!

God Bless you all! And it is true, the dove, is a wonderful symbol of peace. I am re showing the photo image of the "Clouds of Doves". I think the clouds look so much like doves!

May peace be with you all.