Bob and Ted and Carol and Alice

Photo: Yaron and Liylah Gilly sitting


Since we couldn’t move Mohamed to the mountain, we brought the movie to our bedroom. It was quite a sight. Gilly slept on his usual side, with Marvin snoring beside him. Next came Sharon, and last, but not least, me. I sat on a comfortable chair, flanking the others. It reminded me of an old movie titled, “Bob and Ted and Carol and Alice” (or something like that).

I cannot begin to express my gratitude to our friends. Each one, in his / her unique way has managed to make a difference to our challenging life circumstance. Our weekends are still pleasurable due to their warmth, loving kindness, efforts and thoughtfulness. Last night, watching Marvin jump up to add thickener to Gilly’s juice opened my eyes to the depth of our friendship and his genuine devotion to Gilly. Today, I arrived home from an exhilarating walk with Sharon and Rosanne, cheeks rosy and coated with thick snowflakes, to find T watching over my sweetheart while Yaron was showering. I was more than just thankful; I was deeply touched.

These are just 2 examples of kindness directed our way; so many friends, so many gestures, so much love from family, so many offers of support from colleagues…my student called me on Friday because I did not show up at her day care. She remembered that I did triple time with her last week, but still worried knowing my situation…my heart is full. I am the richest woman alive!

Gilly is in good spirits today. He spent more time out of bed than usual. He continues to eat me out of house and home.