You Matter to Me.....

HeldHereJeffHeldHereJeff
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I'm not sure how much time I have left, so I am trying to share joys of my life with my kiddos before I am simply a part of their memory. Some of my favorite times in my life were watching plays and musicals. I even had the guts once to act in one, although I wasn't very good! A great musical feels like a warm hug, all the thrills of a great cuddle session. Tonight, we watched the play Waitress, one of my absolute favorites. One song spoke to me and reminded me in some way why cuddling has been so therapautic for me these past months.....It is an acknowledgement in this way too busy world that you matter...

Excerpt from You Matter to Me by Drew Gehling, Waitress 2016

Because you matter to me
Simple and plain and not much to ask somebody
You matter to me
I promise you do, you, you matter too
I promise you do, you'll see
You matter to me.
It's addictive to think the minute you let yourself think.
The things that I say just might matter to someone
All of this time I've been keeping my mind on the running away.
And for the first time, I'd consider the stay.
Because you matter to me.
I hope someday, somebody wants to hold you for twenty minutes straight.
They don't pull away, they don't look at your face, they don't try to kiss you.
All they do is wrap you up in their arms and hold on tight
without an ounce of selfishness to it.
You matter to me.

Comments

  • VibeSeekerVibeSeeker
    edited August 29

    Hey man . Are you okay? Are you saying this because of a terminal illness? Im asking because you are only 45. Anyway I want to give you some moral support. Im one of the 12.5 percent of the population that has any empathy for others.

  • HeldHereJeffHeldHereJeff

    I have stage 4 cancer. Not complaining! Every day is a blessing. Thank you for asking.

  • VibeSeekerVibeSeeker

    You're welcome. I'm sorry. I hope you have complete comfort and peace and get to do the things you'd would like to do with your time. Especially spending the important time with your kids

  • TXFrankTXFrank

    @HeldHereJeff
    I’m sorry to hear about your cancer. I’m glad you’re prioritizing time with your children, and making memories with them. I pray that, however long you have left, you are able to enjoy time with loved ones and the things you enjoy, and I hope you’re as comfortable as possible.

  • JoyfulAbandonJoyfulAbandon

    @HeldHereJeff That song and show are special to my family, including my kids. Thank you for bringing it to mind and in the context of focusing time on your kids.

    It's always good to be reminded that all our days are numbered. The more of them we spend spreading love, support, and compassion, the better they are for us and everyone else.

    May your journey be full of warmth and comfort. May your children and all you touch know your goodness and the fullness of your generous heart.

  • CaramelNotesCaramelNotes

    Sending you good vibes and lots of comfort and cuddles. @HeldHereJeff I hope you continue to make beautiful memories with your family and children.

  • safensecure4u2safensecure4u2

    I understand exactly what you are going through. I know days get rough, but focus on those you care for and those who love you. Make the most of everyday if at all possible. If you need someone to talk with, message me. We can swap stories. I have battled mine longer than they told me I could.

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