Tuesday, May 19, 2015

Dream Notes



suffocating
even the recollection of the suffocation

All I can think of is how she struggles! said Oliver after breaking down yesterday in the car on the way home. He had just gotten his first shot at the doctor's office. (not a dream note)

anger/despair
the O of Sophie's mouth

cold, hospital hallways
elevator doors sliding open
dirty rooms
a cup of urine on the window sill, looking out to a darkened air shaft
(not a dream note)

the elevator door, the yawn of it
stretching open into the years
remaining

at

10 comments:

  1. JoanneMay 19, 2015 at 5:11 PM

    My heart aches at this post and at Oliver's compassion. The brothers are beautiful boys. How can they not feel Sophie's suffering in living with her all their lives. The suffering is theirs too. Thank you for sharing this. As my heart aches, it opens.

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  2. Ms. MoonMay 19, 2015 at 5:16 PM

    I just don't have any words. I am sorry.

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  3. N2May 19, 2015 at 5:35 PM

    This is so full of love and anguish. Love to you all. x0x0 N2

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  4. From the KitchenMay 19, 2015 at 6:24 PM

    Oliver's love and concern for his sister is so obvious in that statement. I just want to hug him!!

    Best,
    Bonnie

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  5. Denise Emanuel ClemenMay 19, 2015 at 11:46 PM

    I am sorry. Love to all of you. Oliver is a treasure.

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  6. 37paddingtonMay 20, 2015 at 5:02 AM

    So hard.

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  7. MaryLou ConnollyMay 20, 2015 at 6:23 AM

    My heart ached from the first two words. You are all so awesome. And you Elizabeth---- the force And beauty of your words---- breathtaking.

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  8. Vesuvius At HomeMay 20, 2015 at 6:25 AM

    Sending love.

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  9. Marylinn KellyMay 20, 2015 at 8:41 AM

    The impossible things that become our greatest teachers is all I can think. Such compassion. Yes, love, much love. xo

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  10. beth coyoteMay 20, 2015 at 11:00 AM

    "the O of Sophie's mouth"

    the line that twists.

    ~Beth

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