The greatest inspiration and encouragement Jim received during his 145-day hospitalization were the wonderful messages received from you, his friends and associates in the Community. Whether it was a card, a telephone call, a letter, a personalized DVD, or a plant, these messages from you during these long months brought a warmth and strength to him that can’t be measured. His road to wellness was very unstable even from the beginning of his illness. As his body weakened, so did his spirits. It was during these times that your connection with him was so important to us.
On a recent vacation, I shot this photo of Jim walking up a trail in the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, Georgia. He loved being in nature, where he seemed to be able to make connections with matters that were important to him. When I see this photo, I often wonder if he had a premonition of the long and difficult journey he would be making in the near future.
Thank you for your gifts of friendship and love,
Pamela Roberts
