Comments on: For the love of Lenny

By: Barbara Buchholtz

Barbara Buchholtz — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:58:44 +0000

There are no words to describe my Uncle Len but some how Kitty, you did it. I am glad Diane put this website on facebook, I wasn’t aware of it. The really good and caring people like you are never in the headlines but you two are what are called “the salt of the earth”.
I send love and prayers.

By: Diane Mead

Diane Mead — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 16:18:44 +0000

Kitty and Jim, I can’t find the words to express how proud of you I am. You took dad in and made him a priority in your life for 13 years. You cared for him in a way I never could have. For all of those years being Len’s arm chair buddy Jim provided him with a level of comfort and love I could have never made happen. And Kitty you replaced my mother with your care. I will be greatfull everyday for the rest of my life.

By: Elise

Elise — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 13:38:48 +0000

Kitty, I’m so sorry for your family’s loss.

That was a beautiful memorial. And yes, Lenny is free, and it’s wonderful to be able to see the joy in that, even through all the sadness.

It’s so hard to say goodbye, though.

By: Stephanie

Stephanie — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 19:23:53 +0000

Kitty, I am so very touched by your story you have shared in this blog. It must be so hard to see someone you love slowly drift away, I have yet to experience that yet. One thing is for sure, your Lennie had a great life with the two of you ! My thoughts and prayers for your loss and a speedy trip for Lennie to be with his wife again?

By: Sarah

Sarah — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 14:42:04 +0000

so touching…what a wonderful tribute. am thinking about you and jim all the time…we send our love! xoxo

By: Mumsy

Mumsy — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 03:04:12 +0000

Oh my! That was really very, very beautiful, Kidlet. Made my eyeballs prickle with salt water—or whatever causes that sensation? You have been a pretty doggone great daughter-in-law to Lennie. He was very lucky to have your calm and sweet disposition around him………I’m sure he appreciated that and loved you very much for being YOU.

Just like I love you a whole bunch, too. xoxo

By: Kristi Jo Shemanske

Kristi Jo Shemanske — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 23:29:24 +0000

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! I know how hard it is losing a grandparent as an adult and can’t imagine losing a parent. I remember Grandpa from visiting when we were at the end of high school. Hugs your way and to Indiana too. What a beautiful memorial. XO

By: Karen

Karen — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 17:32:06 +0000

Your words are just beautiful and so touching, Kitty. As I currently take care of my own aging parents, I only hope I’m able to provide them with the love and support you’ve shown to Lenny. In a world that seems to want to put suffering on a shelf someone else to take care of, you embraced the task of caring for this man and I’m sure it was often hard both physically and emotionally. You and Jim did a wonderful thing for him. My condolences and thoughts to you.

By: Kitty

Kitty — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 04:20:48 +0000

Thanks for the kind words everyone.
xoxo

By: Anne

Anne — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 04:14:23 +0000

Yes, I see what you meant. Same book, different chapters. The missing IS the sad part, even as the missed is all packed and eagerly looking forward to the journey.