TWO SPIRITS

We admitted a 44 year old patient to hospice today. "Raymond" suffered from terminal cancer that he has been struggling with for many years. Raymond has three children that he has been raising as a single parent. He recently moved in with his sister and her family as he needed the support.

Raymond is hoping that his sister can get custody of his children. Raymond will tell you what is going on in his life; good or bad, with a huge smile on his face. I instantly felt a strong connection to him because of his positive attitude on life. Raymond expressed so much love and kindness.

He held my hand in both of his and didn't want to let go. He felt, as did I, a strong bond between us. I helped him walk to the bathroom and he turned to me and said how we were so much alike. Raymond determinedly told me that "When one finds another soul like yours, both will know."

Raymond and I spoke different languages, but no words were needed. It felt like our spirits were communicating on such a higher level. I will never forget Raymond or this profound spiritual moment.


TWO SPIRITS　

He instantly welcomed us
with such a remarkably warm smile.
I immediately saw his amazing spirit.
It was all about love and appreciation.

He easily verbalized all of his blessings to us
being thankful for all that he had.
His strong faith supported him tremendously,
"God will guide me.
          I am so happy".

He was twenty years my junior.
We did not speak the same language,
but it didn't matter much at all
as our two spirits combined as one.

He showed me a piece of heaven today.
Totally connecting to another
without a word being spoken.
Completely understanding it all.

He clasped my hand in both of his
not ever wanting to let go.
He said we were so much alike
having love and kindness in our hearts.

I was in awe of him.
I admired his courage; his strength.
He captured me fully with his love.
He completely embraced
          both me and
                   My Heart.