America at 250: We Had a Good Run

The TriadAmerica at 250: We Had a Good RunIt’s not a celebration. It’s a vigil.Jonathan V. LastJul 03, 20261901610Share(Photo: Shutterstock)1. HospiceMy mother-in-law, Peggy, is one of the most important people in my life. She is precious to me. In a few days she will celebrate her birthday, if she is still here. She has been in hospice the last few months. As I write, she is on the home stretch of the final lap of her race.When she is gone, she will leave a hole in our hearts.Peggy appeared to be in excellent health until last fall. A year ago she drove twelve hours (solo) to North Carolina for the family vacation and, upon arrival, jumped into the swimming pool while fully dressed to the delight of her grandchildren—a tradition she began almost two decades ago.

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