Friday, May 22, 2015
Tuesday with Morrie by Mitch Albom is a true story about the love between a spiritual mentor and his pupil , it reminds us of the affection and gratitude that many of us still feel for the significant mentors of our past.
For me ..my Morrie was Mame
Someone older, patient and wiser, who understood me when I was young and searching, helped me see the world as a more profound place, gave me sound advice to help me make my way through it and was always, always encouraging.
In the 42 years I knew Mame, I never knew her to speak an unkind word to anyone. Always kind and patient an example to us all.
Looked after her Kmart family like they were her own. From sending someone to get a late employee out of bed to lending money when they couldn't make it to payday. You could always count on Mrs G to help you when you needed it and to give you "what for" when you were headed down the wrong path. In trouble with the boss , call Mrs G she will smooth it over. Today they call them HR managers, back then we just called her Mrs G, and I think we were blessed to have her fairness, patience, and kindness rather than a big fancy degree. She treated all people with respect and got plenty of respect in return. You can't teach what she had , she just had it.
Went to Bingo with Mame and Bessy , not cause I liked Bingo ..but with them it was just plain fun. She loved " Lobster Larry" and every time that I pop by a casino and I always look for Lobster Larry to play a few just for Mame. But honestly I think the big guy Larry likes Mame more than me. Maybe we will have better luck now Mame , as you sit on my shoulder.
I was fortunate to spend some time with Mame just a few weeks ago. Even with what she faced she still was an example of goodness and kindness .I held her hand ,I kissed her brow I was able to tell her how much she meant to me. She always told me she loved me and I still feel her spirit around me.
Mame I know you are in a better place , pain free, and with the ones you love...I love you Mame..thank you for being a part of my life.
Lynn
