My cousin Pierre is in Moncton this week helping launch the new look of Empire Theatres in Dieppe at Crystal Palace. Very exciting stuff. My father and his mother were brother and sister. He works for ProjecTech, a company who maintains and takes care of digital cinema installations at Empire Theatres across Canada.
Unfortunately our schedules did not permit a reunion. He invited myself and my mom, plus guests, to a reception and free viewing this afternoon. It broke my heart that I had to work as Brad and I are both big movie buffs and would have really enjoyed a sneak peek. I spoke with him on the phone for a minute after work and we'll try and meet up the next time he is in town or perhaps the next time I visit T.O. I look forward to reconnecting with him in the coming months and years. Looking forward as well to maybe checking out the new theatre this weekend and seeing what this Empire "Extra" is all about.
A long lost, well sort of, cousin is in town this week on business Because of my work schedule I may miss seeing him but my mom should be seeing him tomorrow afternoon. He is in town for a very exciting launch happening in Moncton. I'm trying to remember how long it's been since I have seen him, and when the last time would have been. My mom can probably help me with this. I'm guessing at least 25 years +. If our paths don't cross on this visit, perhaps they will at another time.
My mom's birthday was yesterday. It's been a bit of a crazy week but we celebrated a few different times in between all the chaos and sad news.
Karla's mom passed away Tuesday evening. We went to the visitation at the funeral home yesterday afternoon in Albert County. Visiting a funeral home on your mother's birthday is not ideal but it sure makes you appreciate all that you have. I know Karla appreciated having us there.
She passed away this evening, a lot faster than expected. So sad. My best advice: don't live your life full of regrets. Forgive and forget. Life is too short and can be over in an instant.
I am reminded tonight of the ending of the movie "One Week". Something we should all think about.
At this very moment a good friend is sitting by her mother's side watching, waiting, unable to communicate with her. There is not much time left for her. Nothing is certain. All we have is now. There is no guarantee of tomorrow.
