Apple Pie Without the Cheese

by Cheery Blossom⁽²⁵⁾

There are many old sayings that really intrigue me, because of the great truth that they carry. One of these sayings is, “apple pie without the cheese is like a kiss without a squeeze.”

Now, I’m nearly certain that many have never eaten cheese with apple pie, nor have heard the saying. None the less, they are a great combination. It is just that little touch that makes the apple pie so special.

As far as the “kiss without the squeeze” goes, most of us understand that the touch means as much as the kiss itself. A simple hug can be an important part of life.

I recall a very special time in my life, when one statement and one hug, were worth more than a thousand kisses.

Our son, Vernon, was killed in a car accident, and our world was turned totally upside down.

My husband, Paul, was totally unable to drive our car to the hospital to identify him. Somehow, God gave me the strength to perform the task, but after all arrangements were made, I could hardly function.

Everyone was very kind, and the touch of friends meant so much, but the special touch came a day or so later, when my husband and I were standing beside our son’s casket. This was on one of the many trips to see Vernon once more before the funeral was to be held.

Paul gently slipped his arm around me and held me close. He softly whispered, “I am so sorry that you lost your son.”

I can still hear those soft words, and feel the comfort of that hug. There was no doubt in my mind that he was grieving as deeply as I, but still had the capacity to show his caring for my loss. Those were the sweetest words my husband had ever said to me. Those words and that tight squeeze brought me back to reality. Things were not going to change, Vernon’s death would never go away until eternity, and I needed to fully appreciate what I had left in life.

As much as that hug meant to me, I cannot imagine the depth of feeling there will be, when I am led to my Savior, and feel the touch of His nail-scarred hands. That will be the ultimate touch.

Article submitted Monday, August 09, 2010 & read 21 times.

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» left by Teresa^(1,655) (1 year 182 days ago.)

Verna - wow! You took me down a road I did not expect to go. Very touching, you are a blessed woman of strength and I only wish I could meet with you this side of heaven. I learn so much from your obvious love and strength in the Lord. I am looking forward to that ultimate touch. Blessings to you! T.
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» left by Marijo Phelps⁽¹⁹⁹⁾ (1 year 181 days ago.)

Meeting her and Paul was a highlight of my year this year! The waiter thought we'd never leave (close to 3 hours yacking and not nearly enough time!)

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» left by Marijo Phelps⁽¹⁹⁹⁾ (1 year 181 days ago.)

Thanks for posting your heart with this piece, Verna - I am glad to read this again!
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» left by Anne Linington⁽¹⁸⁷⁾ (1 year 174 days ago.)

THanks for sharing your heart here "Verna"- for the insights into the depth of your loss, and the comfort you received in word and touch from your husband. I guess your son was named after you?
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» left by Verna Mull (1 year 174 days ago.)

Thanks for your comment. Yes, he was named after both of us. His name was Vernon Paul. The birth announcements came out with an announcement of a new baby boy, with his name, and signed by Verna'n' Paul Mull.

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» left by Anne Linington⁽¹⁸⁷⁾ (1 year 174 days ago.)

PS Here I love to eat cheese with rich fruit cake, such as at Christmas. My Grandfather was keen on this combination too. Great title for your article.
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