I took Walkingstick and Gigglebox to visit my aunt yesterday in the hospital as she recovers from brain surgery and continues her epic journey through ovarian cancer and its many incarnations in her body.
My aunt lit up upon seeing the boys and we all hugged and giggled together. We talked a little about the day and the next steps she was expecting. Then Walkingstick stepped up to the bed with a sly grin on his face. "A pan of muffins was in the oven," he began. "One muffin turned to the other and said, 'It sure is hot in here.' The other muffin turned and screamed, "Ahhh! A talking muffin!'"
We all busted up laughing at his silly eleven-year-old joke. His eyes twinkled with the thrill of making her, and the rest of us, laugh. Mine twinkled with the wonder of my sweet boy and his ability to bring joy and humor into this surreal and difficult situation.
His humor allowed us to be fully present in that moment. Not sick, worried, exhausted...just family loving and being there for each other in one perfect moment.
I LOVE THAT! What a present, brilliant, kind boy you have there.
ReplyDeleteThis is a timely message for me, as we are dealing with a similar situation. I'm gonna see if I can sneak the muffin joke into our household, as well. Tee hee!
My best to your aunt.
Thanks, Lori. :)
ReplyDeleteHe told it a second time when my cousin came in the room and it was just as funny then. Definitely a joke with a good shelf life! lol!
Best to your family as well.
Namaste
What a wonderful boy and moment!
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