As a parent, our hearts get torn out when our child leaves this world suddenly. I had the greatest opportunity of my life when Mary came to be with me to help her through the transition from this life. One of the questions that Mary asked me as I held her in my arms was; Dad, are you disappointed in me? I ask, in what way. She responded, in how I dealt with having CF.
My heart sank. I don’t think I will ever get over the fact that her genetic disease came partly from me.
I held her tight and told her how proud I was of her and that she handled her CF better than I thought I would ever be able to do. I told her how strong she was and loving, and how caring and how well she looked after Clara and the issues of raising a child as a single parent.
Clara, if you ever read this, just know your mother was a fine woman who loved you beyond measure.
I feel she was just too beautiful for this world and was ready to move on.
Love you forever!