by HGM Moya Goatley
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February 16, 2006

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November 12, 2006 05:51 PM EST
views: 24 | rating: 10/10 (5 votes) | comments: 7

The last time I went to visit Mimi we sat together in the sitting room of the residential home. 

"Would you like to go for a ride"?

There was a long pause.

"No" she said, taking my hand "I'd rather cuddle you".  So we sat arm in arm, silent, happy.

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Comments: 7

Spiritguided Woman Nov 13, 2006, 12:40am EST
What a quiet and gentle moment. We must seize these opportunities while we still can. Enjoy!
Apryl Just Apryl Nov 15, 2006, 12:35am EST
It is a wonderful meomory, Thank You for sharing!
jessie voigts Nov 15, 2006, 10:11am EST
i would rather do that, too. lovely writing, moya. it made me smile and be a little sad, at the same time.
Tonia, who hugs trees G. Nov 15, 2006, 1:54pm EST
Succinct and sweet - thanks for the smile.
Jim Ross Nov 22, 2006, 2:41pm EST
My chin quivered and my eyes welled, Moya. Beautiful expose.
HGM Moya Goatley Nov 24, 2006, 7:50pm EST
Thank you for sharing my happy/ touching moment. Moya
Chris L Oct 28, 2008, 5:05pm EDT
That says it all.

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