I have a good friend Mary. We have known each other for 30 years now and met when working at the Guinness Brewery, Dublin all those years ago. When I think of 'Virtues' as in yesterday's post, I think of Mary. She is one of the kindest people that I know. Mary brings chocolate hearts into her place of work on Valentine's Day, chocolate coins and green treats on St. Patrick's day, etc. She never forgets anybody's birthday, organizes all the 'gal pal' trips abroad, and records the events, and follows up with photos for all to enjoy and share. She is one of the most thoughtful people that I know and radiates love and warmth to everybody lucky enough to know her. She extends the same hospitality to strangers. People like Mary make the world smile.
Just recently, Mary had to go into hospital for 11 days and endure horrendous tests. She had to sleep (she didn't!) sitting upright and she could not eat for 10 days either, only the paltry liquid from a tube. Yet, despite all that, Mary found reason to be cheerful and kind to both nurses and fellow patients.
She still does not know what her ailment is, and will have to return for further tests in March, d.v. I know God has sent his Angels to watch and protect her, as people like her are needed in this world! Yes Sir, we could do with a few more Marys.
Just today as I was talking with Mary, she was making her lists of 'Thank yous' for all the kind nurses she encountered in hospital, and the gifts she wanted to give them - money, chocolates, etc. to show her appreciation for all their kindness and goodness. But what Mary said to me today really struck a chord. She said she wanted to show appreciation to encourage them to keep being as nice to other patients as they had been to her - so not alone was she thinking of the nurses and care staff, she was also thinking about fellow patients and future patients to the hospital - Wow!
But then, with a powerful name like Mary - could we expect anything but the best!
All my Polly Pals join me in wishing Mary a speedy recovery!!
Hugs and kisses,
Polly P xxx
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