Friday, June 1, 2012

Finding the beauty in unfortunate situations

I went to a funeral today.  Another one.  I didn't know the man, but I know his wife and have always enjoyed working with her.  I just can't imagine that kind of loss.

The service was huge - so many people!  So I stood way in the back, just outside the back door.  I couldn't hear much of what was said up front, but the whole place rolled in laughter several times.  I'm sure I missed out in knowing a good man.

But from where I stood, I could see her sitting on the end of the front row with her most recent service-dog-in-training by her side.  I felt guilty for wishing I had a camera with a super-zoom lens, but it was the most beautiful picture of love..... 

That dog never took her eyes off her.  Eyes so intent, so focused, so....waiting.....

He would have been so proud.  She will surely be comforted by that dog in the next few weeks.

I'm not sure I've seen love like that in such a beautiful moment.....