Special

Yesterday was my first day back at Morning Pointe.

I am truly blessed to be able to experience this place every year.

Each day is another confirmation that I am where I need to be.

This is the work I am called to do.

I love being able to put a smile on a resident's face and it brings me such joy to be able to spend time with them- even if only one for day a week.

Two years ago, I spent one afternoon on a swing talking with one of the residents.

A Mr. Pat Sharp

I know I've written about him before, but I'll share our story again.

We talked about family, God, and he gave me a sweet little lecture on men.

I think we sat on that swing for almost two hours...

Though he didn't remember me when I came back the following week, he really touched my heart.

I've kept a special eye on him and his wife since that day.

Though I do expect these things to happen, it is still heart breaking when a resident passes...

I found out yesterday that Mr. Sharp has gone to be with the Lord.

He passed on Wednesday.

I was one day late.

I have to admit that I did cry when the staff told me.

He was a truly unique man.

My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Especially his wife for she is just as precious as he is.

I don't expect the Sharp family to ever read this but if they did I hope they recognize what a special man Mr. Pat was to me.

I was blessed to have met him because he is one of the reasons my heart is in this line of work.