My father lay dying of the coronavirus. A normally ebullient 96-year-old, he drifted in and out of consciousness as I, also infected, sat at his bedside. His lucid moments were precious opportunities for connection and FaceTime calls with his grandchildren. One afternoon, he commanded me to get his yellow collared shirt, blue blazer, khaki pants, Sperry shoes and one of his many bow ties. I laid everything on his bed as he talked about going out to a lovely dinner with my mother, who had died 17 years earlier. Then my father closed his eyes. — Katharine Cunningham
Real Life of an MSW 
So tender
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I found this to be a great definition of a beautiful conversation…
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You just about a hour ago, my little sister called me and told me my niece mom died last night from the virus. Yesterday, my friend girl called and told me her mom passed on yesterday as well. I was going to blog about it shortly but I’m not sure! As you know from my blogs, I carry others burdens and I have an exam due tomorrow by midnight. I’ve not even studied. Trying to study now! But my mind is drifting. I was told in nursing school everything comes up to distract you. I’m trying to stay focused. I promise you I am but its hard on today. These deaths have me thinking of my loved ones that I’ve lost and the things I’ve been through and Jesus has kept me through it all. How he’s been showing up in my life and restoring me from my tribulations. I’m full with gratitude but I’m also sad for my loved ones! I’m praying for stregth and tenacity on this morning! I’m pressing and trying to stay the course at the same time allowing myself grace to feel. To simply feel!
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I send nothing but kindness and grace your way during this time. Please note it is okay to ask for an extension on your exam due to a personal loss. To ask for help is to show you strength, if you need a prayer this is one of my favorites…
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Thanks for this.
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