Adem Campbell
This has been tremendously difficult being out of the country on a humantarian trip for baseball in Cuba, not having the ability to connect with those I love. I wish I could be in Vancouver tomorrow to be there with my family and give my support and love to all those who are so dear to me.
For dozens of my adolescent summers, the highlight of the year was awaiting the arrival of Thelma, Kelly, and George, where they spent much of their time in Miramichi. She had so much love for us all, through her hugs, and of course her stories.
It is somewhat fitting that we are here in a third world country, spreading love and light to those less fortunate, especially giving away school supplies and baseball equipment. I grew up to stories from my dad of Thelma sending sporting gifts and school clothes home to her younger brothers, John, Merle and Dad, so that they could continue their love and passion in sport.
I remember my first time visiting her in Vancouver, and how excited we were for her to show us the mountains, and all the exciting aspects of the west coast. I returned years later with my special friend Kelli, and Thelma's love for us was still every bit as strong, and her excitment to see us, every bit as evident.
My heart aches knowing that this summer our family vacation was planned centrally around a visit in August to Vancouver to see Thelma and her family, and rest assured the trip will still be made, yet her love and light will be deeply missed.
I love you Auntie Thelma, you were the very best of us all, and until we meet again, I know you will be watching over us all, with Nannie and our Grand-dad Harry. I am sure you are having some amazing laughs, sharing lots of hugs over countless stories.
Adem
xoxox
Sunday April 16, 2017 at 12:51 pm