Sibling Solace

Sibling Solace
            The third of four siblings, and the only girl, I am lucky that despite whatever sibling spats occurred through childhood, my brothers and I have maintained a lifelong loving connection.
            When a parent dies, brothers or sisters become a desperately needed source of comfort. Shared recollections reverberate so strongly one feels transported. Memories bring tears, smiles, contemplation. There is relief and wonder in knowing that someone else remembers.
            Now the mother of two twenty-something sons, I reflect on their connection. Extremely challenged with speech, our younger son would not be able to talk about the past with his big brother. We can see what he’s thinking about as he scrolls through thousands of old photos on the computer, easily clicking and finding an old photo of his toddler self sitting with his grandpa.
            As brothers, they could share memories by looking at pictures. It is a different way of sharing, but it’s something.
            May we all find comfort in the company of loved ones when we’re processing losses, and keep putting one foot forward as we face each day.
            This week’s HikingAutism Hike Notes from the archives is Point Bonita Lighthouse, a historic Fresnel lens lighthouse jutting out from the Marin Headlands, and a great place for whale watching.
 
This week’s Hike Notes from the Archives:
(Original Hike Notes 13): Point Bonita Lighthouse
 
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