I am still trying to accept that Nancy won't be sharing dinner and playing "Hand and Foot" each Friday evening with Bonna and myself. Or that we won't share a meal at Bud & Stanley's ( she loved their Chimi Chunga). No more of her Kapusta and Polish Sausage, or and lemon bismarks from Sandy's. No more stories about Kelly, Patrick, and Maureen as they were growing up. I believe Nancy was tough, as a single parent after the sudden death of her husband she had to be! But, she was also gentle and caring. Her pride knew no bounds when she spoke of her grandsons, Michael Anthony and Jordan, while never forgetting her "Angel Stephen." And she had a special place in her heart for son-in-law Michael. I thought of all you this Mother's Day. How difficult and sad it must have been. But, I'm sure that mingled with your sadness were fond memories and lots of laughs. I was lucky to be her friend for the years she lived Ambrose Ridge. Bonna and I miss her. Joe Garcia, one of our lunch buddies, misses her. Please know that she will not be forgotten, especially as we laugh over shared memories. I believe she is reunited with Stephen, Ray, and Butch and is smiling, even laughing as she looks down upon us. Perhaps she'll send a whiff of Broccoli Cheese casserole down as a teaseer.
Be at peace, because Nancy is without her oxygen, vibrant and whole!
Thank you for patiently reading this post. I just wanted to share a friend's perspective of how very dear you all were to her.
Peace!
Donna
