March 3, 2023
March 3, 2023
Dear Ralph, another year goes by, and I miss you as much as I ever have. You are there in almost everything I do. For instance, I had to repack some of the meat I bought into smaller packages. I remember the way you so meticulously rewrapped large quantities into smaller packages after returning from our Costco trips, and I think "I can never do this job as neatly as Ralph. This is just a small thing, but it tells you how you impacted my life and continue to do so. When I am at the kitchen sink, I see the way you used to stand there, with your weight shifted to the left. When I change the sheets, I remember us doing it together, you on one side and me on the other, you checking to make sure the sides were exactly even. I think of the time, early on in our marriage about discussing how hospital corners should be made. We had two different opinions. I was sure I was right, just as you were sure you were right. I looked up "hospital corners" online and found there were two different methods. We were both right! What a "good thing" that was. It's almost gardening season, Honey; and, when my planting begins, I will not forget you and your reverence about the work you did. Everything you planted lived and was green and healthy. I miss sharing my life with you. I look back at our wonderful memories and they get me through my days. I still love living. This was your gift to me.
Your wife, Kathy
Your wife, Kathy