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Remembering B

4/12/2016

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​I’ve been part of the Monday Night Ladies League for about ten years now. Although some ladies have come and gone, others stay - if not physically, most definitely in my heart. One of those ladies was B – just B, not Bea, or Bee. She hailed from England, and her delightful British accent and use of the language captivated those around her. She was kind and caring and always had a word of encouragement for those she golfed with. One of the things I remember most about her were her outfits – she always matched head to toe, from her visor to her shoes, in colors and patterns that complemented her fair skin. Last season B did not play with us. During the winter she was diagnosed with cancer, by the summer she was in hospice care, and by the early fall she had passed away.
 
Last night as we finished up the eighth hole on the course, my foursome stopped to take a close look at the memorial that had been set up for her – a carved out tree stump that housed her bag and clubs along with a simple plaque. Some admirers had left tokens of tees or balls, and I was proud to add mine to the collection.
 
I am by far not a good golfer. In fact, I am among the worst in the league. I have often asked myself why I keep coming back year after year, and the answer is always the same. It is because of the people who have touched my heart in special ways, offered support and encouragement, and who have helped me be a better person. And isn’t that the way life should be?
 
Here’s to you, B!

15 Comments
Clare link
4/12/2016 05:47:17 am

I love the snapshot you wrote of B - I can see her from head to toe. Your description brought a smile to my face and I can imagine she brought many smiles to your face over the years. A lovely tribute to B and a reminder to appreciate the people in our lives who keep us going day to day. It is the way life should be!
Clare

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Bonnie K. link
4/12/2016 06:20:13 am

What a wonderful tribute. So hard to lose a friend but how fortunate to have known her.

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arjeha link
4/12/2016 08:00:25 am

Rose, Sorry for the loss of a friend. Your tribute to her is lovely. Being the best at something is always as important as spending time with those we care about.

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Ramona link
4/12/2016 08:35:50 am

Oh Rose, how lovely to have a memorial to your friend B right there on the golf course. And now your memories add a lovely tribute - how lucky we are to have friends who have touched our lives.

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Aileen Hower link
4/12/2016 08:50:49 am

Thank you for sharing about this lovely friend. Sorry for your loss, but she is now eternally remembered through your writing.

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Amy link
4/12/2016 09:32:45 am

Such a nice way to remember a dear friend. It's difficult when someone we care for leaves our life but I'm sure you will continue to cherish the memories!

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Cheriee Weichel link
4/12/2016 10:12:33 am

Thank you for this reminder that life isn't about being the best at the things we do. It's about relationships and the people we connect to along the way.

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Carol Wilcox link
4/12/2016 11:39:14 am

What a lovely tribute! I think you should print this out and put it in a plastic sleeve and leave it with all of the other artifacts for other friends to enjoy!

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fireflytrails link
4/12/2016 12:55:10 pm

So bittersweet. Thanks for sharing about B and about her impact on the lives of others, including your own. And for sharing about the importance of being with others along the way.

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lynne dorfman link
4/12/2016 03:01:02 pm

Beautiful piece, Rosie. Great character snapshot, heartfelt tribute. Love best of all your explanation of why you continue to golf!

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Shelly
4/12/2016 04:20:54 pm

Such a beautiful tribute to your friend. Thank you for sharing how B touched your life.

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Glenda Funk link
4/12/2016 04:51:13 pm

Bee sounds like someone I would have liked knowing. The memorial is very touching, and I love the way your group stopped for a moment of remembering.

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Diane Dougherty link
4/12/2016 07:31:11 pm

Your description of B. is vivid. I can see why you remember her so fondly.

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Carol Varsalona link
4/12/2016 08:04:39 pm

Rose, it is so difficult to lose someone close to you. Your memories are strong so your friend will live on forever as a person who touched your life deeply.

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Brian Rozinsky link
4/12/2016 08:12:30 pm

I can see B on the links, perfectly put together; I can hear her offering encouragement -- in my mind, spiked with dry British wit. Thanks for sharing this word picture.

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