Birthdays

She died just before eight this morning. I wasn’t there — they shooed me out of the ICU about 10 last night. I slept. It is real and not real.

I have set the relay of friends telling friends in motion. I even called Israel, though nobody picked up the phone.

Not knowing what else to do, I have showered, dressed, had breakfast, and discovered the WiFi service at the hotel’s pool. I sit in a Comfy Chair with tropical trees and plants around me and the ocean to my left and grackles scolding each other from the branches.

I suppose I shall think of other things to do.

I’ve got this notion she should have a coffin with a hot pink lining. Do they make such things?

One thought on “Birthdays

  1. I hope you continue to think of things to do and that your memories, friends and family can help you through this. Best wishes, and deepest condolences.

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