~the kindness of strangers~

"Strange, isn't it? Each man's life touches so many other lives. "

-Clarence, the angel from 'It's A Wonderful Life', 1946 Frank Capra film

I believe in miracles.  Formed by the collective good thoughts and wishes from strangers.  Strangers to sight but not to heart, or mind.  These people who comment here and leave messages of love.  These miracle makers.  You.  

I believe too that my father is a strong willed, fighting man.  He won't wimp out now.  There are many more silly jokes to be told, many more video games to be played...many more chess matches with his beloved granddaughter.

Thank you to Maithri, a good friend and caring doctor who lives down under.  The flowers for my father arrived this morning as I was opening up the shop. 

Maithri, your generous heart and nature will be rewarded tenfold I have no doubts. 

xoxo

Comments

[soeurs du jour]

That is lovely. People can be so very kind and generous. It renews my faith.
All the best, Kath

[Gillian daSilva]

Wasn't that thoughtful? People have been so kind. All it takes is an encouraging word sometimes. The smallest of gestures can have the greatest impact on us.

[Tara Bradford]

Gorgeous flowers. Thoughts and prayers with you and your dad, dearest Gill. I sent you email from another account, as Gmail has gone berserk! xoxox

[Gillian daSilva]

Tara, thanks for the well wishes.

Uh, hello! You are the sweetest!! xo

[tangobaby]

Gorgeous flowers and even more beautiful sentiments. People in blogland inspire me all the time. I'm glad your friend down under sent these flowers to you.

[Epiphany]

Oh, Gill, what beautiful flowers. I'll keep you and your dad in my prayers. My heart goes out to you both. xoxo

[Mary T.]

What a beautiful gift. I'm so glad they came to you at this time. Your mom and dad are so on my prayer list and I'm hoping for miracles!

[gemma]

We in blogland are:
up early...
up late...
thinking of you....
all hours of the day and night with love

[pam aries]

Dear Gillian! I didnt realize that something was going on with your father...is he ok? I am sending out love0))))))))

[naturegirl]

Gillian what a thoughtful friend ..the flowers are beautiful...and you know that there is a circle of friends surrounding you and your family as your dad goes through this journey.We hold you all in our prayers and with faith and hope, your dad shall be on solid ground.hugging you and Sheila aNNa xo

[angela marie]

He is a sweetie ~

Gillian... I am praying for your dad. Your whole family.

Big hugs to you

[linni]

Thinking of you Gillian...and your dad...your mom...and the rest of the family. But what really nice is of the blog world...is that we can all think of you...send YOU thoughts of calmness...and patience...and trust with you...cause as a daughter, you take on responsibilities that are way above what a daughter should do...but so want to do more than what you are doing right now.

Always know you are not alone and we love you! xx

[my castle in spain]

you so deserve those lovely flowers, Gillian because you are such a sweet and caring person !

i do so wish everything goes well for your dad..
Sending you lots of love
xxx

[A Fanciful Twist]

Oh Gillian, I am saying many prayers for your Dad!! I don't know what to say, but I know how tough it must be. Tons of loves to you and yours!! Prayers for his strength!!

The flowers are incredible! Like lttle glowing angels. xoxoxo

[miss*R]

Hi Gill, just popping over to say that you are all in my prayers.
I am a cancer survivor as you know and having such a supportive and positive family is so important for your day. He will survive!! holding you all in my heart xoxo

[Gillian daSilva]

Miss*R

What a delightful surprise to read your comment. Thank you so much. I know
we are in your prayers.

I really appreciate that Robyn. I thought of you the other day, I stopped
by Daisy's old blog to read it.

xoxo

[Gillian daSilva]

Thanks lovey. xo

[Gillian daSilva]

Lala, when I finally get to Spain one of these days I'm gonna knock on your door with a big old fat bottle of red and we will have ourselves a hell of a chat.
xox

[Gillian daSilva]

Linni
You are very kind. I will keep your words in my heart. So thoughtful of you.
xoxo

[Gillian daSilva]

Thanks Tango.
xoxo Isn't he sweet?

[Gillian daSilva]

Mary
Thanks. I know you'll be praying. We appreciate it so much. xo

[Gillian daSilva]

Angela Marie
xoxo
I know what you've been through recently so you can relate to us.
Big hugs right back.

[Gillian daSilva]

Anna
Thanks for thinking of us. Early January is when the treatment will start.
Not soon enough for us.
xo

[Gillian daSilva]

Pammy in Portland;
Will email you on Friday.
Hope you are well.
Catching that love with both arms wide open.
xoxo

[Gillian daSilva]

Got your card Gem.
You truly are a gem.
xoxo

[Yoli]

How very sweet of him, he is such a person of light. His soul radiates goodness. I love casablancas. Gilly I also believe that your Dad is strong as is his spirit.