His true wealth is in his generous loving heart
for his family, friends and mankind...
and what an infinite wealth
he has and shares with us all!
Memories... loving & missing you
I know that my husband has passed away
But I will love him until my dying day.
So please listen to my memories every now and then
Family and friends, please allow me to talk about Bruce when....
His hair was silver, his eyes were brown.
His favorite color was red, his love for all was true.
He never left without saying I love you or a hug to hold.
He never caused others pain, and
In his life he had everything to gain.
We, family and friends, and strangers alike, gained from him in death
He brought us to God and there is no greater wealth.
Yes, for my husband there could be no other
I thank God for choosing me to be his wife.
I miss you every minute of every day
Someday I will be able to give you that last and first hug.
03.24.2010
Bruce's Celebration of Life—Second Anniversary
Sunday, October 25th, was Bruce Anthony Bourgault's second anniversary to celebrate his life which has become a deeply moving tradition. Those of you who knew him are aware of two of his favorite things—Shiner Bock beer and hot dogs! Many of you have joined in the celebration... words alone cannot express my continued gratitude for remembering him and your support after his death.
It is because of Bruce I am where I am today. It has been a fascinating, arduous journey—sometimes too painful to mention, yet always enough joy to carry me through.
In June I returned to our heart's home on Oahu and met with a few of our friends. It was wonderful reuniting with friends and remembering Bruce. I've landed on my feet, yet there remains more work to do. However, my path is clear, the pace is steady and I'm grateful to receive whatever is placed before me. Learning to live again is worthwhile... the lesson of living in the moment... now... being most important.
It's because of Bruce's life and our life together which has brought me to a very positive place... it's a calming, reassuring, loving place. Celebrating his life reminds me again of all whom and what is precious to me. He remains a very special man, husband, father, grandfather and friend, who shared his life not only with me, but so many others.
Our Tradition
We meet by the water at sundown. We share a toast, drink a Shiner Bock beer and eat a hot dog with the works. We talk. I take photographs. We talk some more. I read one of your favorite passages...
To everything there is a season
And a time to every purpose under Heaven
A time to be born, a time to die
A time to plant, a time to reap
A time to kill, a time to heal
A time to laugh, a time to weep
A time to build up, a time to breakdown
A time to dance, a time to mourn
A time to cast away stones
A time to gather stones together
A time of love, a time of hate
A time of war, a time of peace
A time you may embrace
A time to refrain from embracing
A time to gain, a time to loseA time to rend, a time to sew
A time for love, a time for hate
To everything there is a season
And a time to every purpose under Heaven
I scatter flower petals over the water. This year the flowers were from a Rain Tree in a friends yard. I give thanks. I feel his spirit. Two brown pelicans fly overhead. One of them lands on a piling at the boat launch. He was quiet and didn't move as I walked closer to him. He remained the longest time with us looking directly at one another and with an eerie look of knowing flew away alone over the bay.
I love you,
Belle
Wishing You A Very Happy Easter!
I remember our first Easter together in San Antonio. We had such fun behaving like little kids. It was such a simple thing and I'll never forget the delight in your eyes. How I miss sharing these special moments
with you.
It remains difficult being without you, but I am much better. Thank you for helping me. I misunderstood your message, but I finally figured it out. I'm such a silly goose sometimes, but I learned a valuable lesson.
I know you are surrounded by beauty, our family and friends who have passed and God's love. I hope you enjoy the flowers and the light shining from my heart within them. I love and miss you so much... always, Belle
April 10, 2009
Send Aunt Linda special hugs this holiday, she will miss you. I hope you and Chance spend Christmas together and rejoice that we will see you again someday soon. Will you give Chance Hugs and Kisses for me? HUGS...Shelli
