Monday, October 19, 2009

October Update

In July my intentions were to write to my Compose blog when there was an occasional available moment, but there has been no time for that. Howard is a poet and before become so ill had just finished compiling a manuscript of recent poetry for publication. There was no energy nor time left to seek out publishers so we both decided to publish it as a website. That has been the project of my focus since early summer. And it's been worth it. Now Howard's poetry is available at howardghanson.com and we both are so proud of the project.

Already having lived six months longer than expected by the doctors and still in the care of hospice, Howard continues to inspire me with a human spirit totally unaware of how fragile a body it lives in. We continue to cherish life rather than grieve impending death, laughing generously and enjoying one another's presence.

12 Comments:

Dar Presto said...

I am thrilled to see this! I have been thinking of you and your beloved, afraid to ask... Forgive me.

I will savor every page. I jumped ahead and read "Where Storms Come From,' and I'm astonished and enraptured. Thank you!

Sharon Wright said...

It gladdens my heart to know that you both still find enjoyment in life, in each other. An inspiration to us all. And I am totally in awe of such a body of work....you are right to be proud...but I cannot pretend to understand poetry. I always read too fast and miss the point completely! My thoughts are ever with you.

Jeanette said...

Howard's poems are truly inspired and a joy to read. Yes you both should be proud - its a huge accomplishment to put this together. Especially when faced with adversity.

....human spirit totally unaware of how fragile a body it lives in... That phrase stays with me and is so true. And you are right to enjoy what is in the moment. The past is gone, the future not yet here.

My thoughts are with you.

Art with Liz said...

So wonderful to know that you laugh and enjoy life. What a great way of looking at the world and those nearest and dearest to you. My thoughts are with you and will take time out to read Howard's poetry.

Karen Hargett said...

You both are inspirations - thanks for sharing.

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I hope Howard outlives all those doctors giving you years of laughter together.

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Carol Schiff Studio said...

Dianne, My thoughts and prayers are with you and Howard. It seems you both are able to make the best of this time to cherish each other. God bless.

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Karen Hargett said...

Dianne I hope you and Howard have a blessed Christmas.

Dar Presto said...

Thinking of you, and wishing you peace. Happy Christmas.