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Hello Paula, I stopped by Mount de Sales this morning on my way to work to see the Peace Pole
that Howard created and gave to the school. What a wonderfully crafted monument to peace!
Hello Paula, I stopped by Mount de Sales this morning on my way to work to see the Peace Pole
that Howard created and gave to the school. What a wonderfully crafted monument to peace! It was about 6:20 or so, and in the cool morning air, in those few moments left before daylight takes over from night, I climbed the hill and took some time to reflect on what his creation means. Peace is in short supply in this world. Yes, a lot of us are fortunate to have peace in our lives to varying degrees. But to think of those who don't should give those of us who do pause to consider what having peace in our lives on a daily basis means for us. Quite introspective, don't you think?!?
One thing that always amazed me about Howard was the casual elegance he always seemed to have; the easy-going way about himself that shone through in everything he did, even in the busiest times that I was privileged to be near him. I fondly remember him coming over to the Carlton Way house to hang that art deco light fixture you so graciously relinquished from your home so that we could add it to ours. It hangs in our dining room today. We needed a few parts to be able to hang and wire it properly, and Howard and I made a quick trip to the hardware store to get them.
Off we went, Howard driving, and sparing no time in getting us there! I remember him saying he had some other things to do that day, and I was grateful for the assistance he provided in hanging the fixture so I was cognizant of his time, not wanting to take any more than was necessary so he could get about the rest of his day. Even then, he was meticulous in taking care
of the smallest of details to make sure we had everything we needed to do the job. That was my first time being around Howard when it was just him and I, and recall enjoying the time I spent with him, the conversations we had along the way, and learning from him as we hung the light. To be like Howard means you have peace in your life. I hope we all can be as fortunate.
of the smallest of details to make sure we had everything we needed to do the job. That was my first time being around Howard when it was just him and I, and recall enjoying the time I spent with him, the conversations we had along the way, and learning from him as we hung the light. To be like Howard means you have peace in your life. I hope we all can be as fortunate.
Paul Midkiff's invitation to stop by and see the peace pole is one I'm glad I accepted and I hope everyone who was at Howard's memorial takes time to do the same. I will always think of Howard when I think of peace.
Peace be with you!
Love and Prayers,
Joe
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