[Dialogue] FW: Brian Stanfield update

[Harry Wainwright]

Colleagues,

For some reason the following message did not post to the Dialogue.  Also, I
am including the OE in the To line.  For some of us this may mean you get
two copies.  However, there are those who are only one list or the other.
Thanks and take care while holding Brian and Jeanette in your hearts.

Peace,
Harry

-----Original Message-----
From: Kevin Balm [mailto:kbalm at optusnet.com.au] 
Sent: Sunday, June 04, 2006 5:15 AM
To: dialogue-bounces at wedgeblade.net
Subject: Brian Stanfield update

Dear Colleagues

Yesterday I visited with Brian and Jeanette Stanfield in Seaford South
Australia. As you know Brian recently returned from hospital to what is now
a palliative care phase.

Brian was awake and alert to my presence. I read to him some quotes from
Gandhi. At one point he took hold of the book, looked at the cover, opened
to a page and even attempted to turn the page himself. While not being able
to communicate verbally, his eyes and their movement communicate plenty.
Occasionally he'll reach out to hold your hand. While there, Mariam Qureshi
called from Canada and Brian managed to sound her name. 

Jeanette is doing well and approaches this situation in true exemplary
style. While being very present to the immediate situation, she also finds
ways to care for herself. I am truly amazed at the strength, lucidity and
presence Jeanette is bringing to this phase of Brian's life. It was humbling
and celebrative to have participated in a small way in such intentional
journeying with Brian. 

Regards
Kevin Balm