In Maui, Signs From Leroy

Leroy and I have talked many times about how special Maui is in our lives. This trip is no different.

Except this time, without him at my side, the signs of Leroy made it all the more special.

I know not everyone believes in those "signs", and I can understand that, but let me tell you, when you walk and talk with his Maui friends, who are so spiritual and mystical in their beliefs, it's hard not to believe.

There was the sunset Tuesday night. More brilliant and stunning than any other night. That afternoon, we had scattered Leroy's ashes. That night, it looked like the Maui sky welcomed him with a color-splashed banner of oranges and golds.

The next morning, the celebration continued with a vivid rainbow over the ocean. A rainbow with a beginning and an end.

Sea glass is plentiful here in Maui. The Pacific gives back her glass with softened edges and newly formed shapes. There on the sand, waiting for me, was an amber, heart-shaped piece of glass. Thank you, Leroy.

And the "Leroy" sign that really caught my breath? Driving back to the hotel, I glanced in the rear view mirror, and there it was.

You guessed it ... an orange Jeep.

That secret wave means so much more now.

-- Laurie

8:26 AM ET | 10-28-2008 | permalink

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