We found out my wife had cancer a year ago. The doctor said nothing would help. I watched the love of my life, my best friend, just fade away. 40 years still wasn’t enough to soak in all her love.
It was a week ago. Nancy woke up knowing this was the day she’d leave. I was there, trying not to blink so I could steal a little more time with her.
Nancy whispered, “Don’t call the doctor. I want to fall asleep, with your hand in mine.” I told her the story of how we met and our first kiss.
We didn’t regret anything. We were grateful.
Then she said, “Hey, boy…You know this, right? I love you forever.” I returned her words and kissed her. She closed her eyes and fell asleep forever, holding my hand.
Love, in the end, is all that matters. We come into this world with nothing more than love.
We found out my wife had cancer a year ago. The
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