Browsing through the mail, I came across her letter. I didn’t recognize the handwriting.
The name, Lucy, on the return address gave my stomach a jolt. It had to be bad news.
It was written in Spanish. I had to refresh my skills. I read it a few times; although, the message was clear.
Dearest,
Your brother, George, died on December, 28, 2020. I just received notification from the
sanatorium. His remains were donated to scientific research. He was cremated and buried by them. I have no location.
Sorrowful,
Lucy
Despite my sorrow, I prayed the research could save another.
2021©Isadora DeLaVega
Genre: Memoir
Word Count: 100 words
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***** George Anthony Diaz Maisonet was born December 14, 1957.
He was born with a disability. He lived with my mother until she passed in 2010.
Lucy was his caretaker/companion until she became ill and could not care for him.
The government placed him in a sanatorium. They did not notify the family.
This will be added to my memoir.
February 20, 2021 at 4:34 am
I’m very sorry, Isadora, for the loss of your brother. I pray you know peace at his passing. Take care!
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February 20, 2021 at 7:10 pm
Thank you, Brenda. I pray he’s at peace.
Be Safe 😷 … Isadora 😎
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February 19, 2021 at 3:17 am
Such a sad story, Isadora. My condolences to you and your family. Life does throw us so many curveballs, doesn’t it?
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February 20, 2021 at 7:21 pm
Thank you for your kind sentiments, Dale.
I suppose that’s why its called, ‘Life’. We can’t always know what’s ahead. The issue is how we deal with the curveballs.
Be Safe 😷 … Isadora 😎
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February 18, 2021 at 5:16 pm
Oh, what a very sad tale. Soooo sad.
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February 20, 2021 at 6:26 pm
I so wish it was a sorry lil tale but sadly it’s true. I’m sure someone up there knows I can manage despite the pain. Thank you, Bear for commenting. I appreciate it. Have a peaceful weekend … Be Safe 😷
Isadora 😎
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February 20, 2021 at 9:12 pm
I felt it was true when I read it. My heart feels your pain. Hugs.
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February 21, 2021 at 4:36 pm
💜 Be Safe … 😷 🙏🏻 😊 Isadora 😎
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February 18, 2021 at 5:05 pm
Deepest sympathy, dear Isadore.
And a beautifully written piece, regardless.
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February 21, 2021 at 4:39 pm
I appreciate your commenting on the writing too, CE. Sometimes, it’s difficult to know whether or not a personal write is too soppy. Critiques are always welcome.
Be Safe … 😷 🙏🏻 😊 Isadora 😎
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February 18, 2021 at 12:14 pm
Querida Isadora,
Lamento mucho la pérdida de tu hermano. May his memory be a blessing.
Shalom y abrazos,
Rochelle
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February 18, 2021 at 1:47 pm
Querida Rochelle,
Gracias por sus buenas palabras.
Es muy triste. It was an incomprehensible life in my family. I appreciate your kind and caring words. Thank you for hosting this FF world that allows expression of feelings through a photographuc write.
Be Safe 😷
Abrazos y Carino,
Isadora 😎
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February 18, 2021 at 9:39 am
How very painful. Such a sad reflection.
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February 18, 2021 at 2:02 pm
Yes, it’s sorrowful. Fresh wounds, since I just received this letter last week. We accept the life we’re given and go on. Thank you for your kind words, Sandra. Be Safe 😷
Isadora 😎
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February 17, 2021 at 10:57 pm
hopefully, he didn’t die in vain.
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February 18, 2021 at 2:03 pm
Yes, the research may help another in the future. Be Safe 😷
Isadora 😎
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February 17, 2021 at 10:46 pm
Very sad. I’m sorry.
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February 18, 2021 at 2:06 pm
A sorrowful time since I just received this letter last week. I hope the research will help others. Thank you, Trent. Be Safe 😷
Isadora 😎
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February 17, 2021 at 10:40 pm
Such a sad story. My deepest condolences, Isadora.
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February 18, 2021 at 2:06 pm
I apprciate your kind words, thank you.
Be Safe 😷 Isadora 😎
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February 18, 2021 at 4:44 pm
You’re welcome. Be safe as well 🙂
Adele
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February 17, 2021 at 7:34 pm
the light divine
is neither yours
nor mine
to own
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February 18, 2021 at 2:08 pm
Amen to the light that guides us to the world that will carry us. Be Safe 😷
Isadora 😎
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February 18, 2021 at 6:06 pm
yes is surrender.
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February 17, 2021 at 7:13 pm
Heart wrenching. My condolences.
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February 17, 2021 at 7:08 pm
Isadora,
Painful to hear of such things, to not let the family know where he was taken is cruel beyond belief. So sorry you have to endure this tragedy and loss.
Pax,
Dora
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February 18, 2021 at 2:11 pm
Unfortunately, this happens more often than we think. In this case, he got lost in the red tape of bureaucracy. Thank you, Dora, for your kind and caring words.
Be Safe 😷 Isadora 😎
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February 17, 2021 at 7:03 pm
The sadness is palpable. What dreadful times we are living in.
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February 18, 2021 at 2:16 pm
Thank you, Linda, for your kind and caring words. Sadly, he got lost in the red tape of bureaucracy. Islands operate on a different set of rules. This is palpable because I received the letter last week.
Hope your sight is continuing to improve. Blessings for good results with your second issue. Be Safe 😷 Isadora 😎
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February 18, 2021 at 3:14 pm
Thanks, Isadora. You can catch up with my eye journey here if you like:
https://lindasbiblestudy.wordpress.com/2021/02/14/sunday-morning-coffee-vision/
Not the best news, but it certainly could be far worse!
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February 17, 2021 at 6:41 pm
Sorry to hear this. It sounds like George had a sad last few years.
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February 18, 2021 at 2:17 pm
Thank you, Iain, for your kind words. George has a tragic story all its own. Be Safe 😷 Isadora 😎
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February 17, 2021 at 5:30 pm
I’m sorry for your loss
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February 17, 2021 at 7:46 pm
Thank you, Neil.
Be safe 😷 Isadora 😎
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