Profound loss in life is often times greeted with a concentration on distraction. Work is frequently a respite from such loss. Ted Kennedy knew the loss of his brothers, beloved sister, Mother and Father, the hardship of injured children and he distracted from his loss with complete dedication to purpose.
A very healthy thing to do. There was no self-destruction. No self-pity.
As he faced leaving behind all those he still loved, he was content to focus on the work that brought him such respite. The People of Massachusetts and the people of the USA. The people his family dedicated their purpose needed directions from their ailing champion.
Ted's dream is almost complete. The Massachusetts' Legislature and Governor Patrick have done themselves proud to a grateful nation.
The Massachusetts state senate has voted to allow the state's governor to pick an interim replacement for the late US Senator Edward Kennedy. (click title to entry - thank you)
