I am heartbroken. A special person died this morning and I....feel so empty.
I have written about my Familia de Cubano many times here. Salsa has become so much a part of my life that it is strange to look back and not have a good memory that does not include someone who dances with me.
I learned to dance Cuban style salsa from a wonderful couple. The man affectionately known as "The Papi" and his partner. A woman who has always laughed and opened her home and heart to me like I was indeed family. They adopted me, took me under their wings, opened their home for holidays and gatherings and lifted me up whenever I felt down.
In the past 8 years I have grown to know and love them both like family.
Today...this morning....one half of that couple has left this world....my heart is broken. As I type through tears I remember the good memories, her extremely bright blue (and sometimes green) eyes and the smile she shared with everyone. No one has a laugh as infectious as hers.
My life was/is better because of them both, because of her generosity. My Cuban family has suffered a tremendous loss. My heart breaks for The Papi and it is so very heavy today.
I take a little comfort that she is not in pain anymore. And I am extremely lucky to have known her and shared the years of her life. She touched so many....
...but I am heartbroken.
Our last words to each other...
I said, "Smooches hun, love you. Feel better!"
Her almost whispered response, "Smooches. Love you too!"
sending you love dearest.
ReplyDeleteMy heart breaks for The Papi and it is so very heavy today.
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