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Ending

Posted on December 29, 2012 by Andrew

Her life was ending and they all knew it.

Huddled around the bed in the darkened room they watched as she lay quietly awaiting the inevitable.

A pause in her breathing, her heart slowing, they stood close and held her hand as she slipped away.

There was peace in that moment; months of fighting the battle were suddenly replaced by calm.

A new beginning.

Lillie McFerrin

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4 thoughts on “Ending”

  1. josie2shoes says:
    December 30, 2012 at 8:56 am

    Endings such as this so bittersweet. The gift of release for her, a profound sense of loss that those remaining will live with forever. Strong writing.

    1. Andrew says:
      December 30, 2012 at 10:27 am

      Thank you Josie. Having stood at that bedside just 6 months ago I found writing this piece a very personal experience that took me back to that place once again. I appreciate your kind comment.

  2. injaynesworld says:
    December 30, 2012 at 8:58 am

    Beautifully written, Andrew.

    1. Andrew says:
      December 30, 2012 at 10:27 am

      Thank you so much Jayne.

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