Old Lady Gets Bullied by New Neighbors, She Gives Them an Important Lesson
Elderly folks have lived through a lot. They’ve got plenty of experiences to talk about, lessons to impart, and a kind of strength that’s been shaped by both good times and bad. However, it’s not always the case that the younger generation gives them the acknowledgement they’ve earned.
After her husband of 50 years passed away, Jean Patterson decided to relocate to be nearer to her family. She was aiming for a new beginning, but her new neighbors seemed to have other plans. They weren’t aware, however, that Jean had a secret surprise hidden up her sleeve, a surprise that was about to shake up their quiet neighborhood.
Meet the Pattersons
For half a century, Jean and Lou Patterson have been a part of the Lockhart, Texas community. They began their journey as sweethearts in high school and then went on to establish a local business. Over time, their enterprise has flourished and earned its place as a cornerstone in Texas.
Jean and Lou, they had seen almost everyday of their existence together. Now in her seventies, Jean had always found it hard to picture life without Lou beside her, ever present. However, sadly, catastrophe occurred, shattering their world as they knew it.
Recently Widowed
In the chilly season of winter, Lou experienced a fall that sent him into the hospital. While they were doing normal checks, the medical team found a dangerous tumor in his brain that had spread far and wide across his body. The doctors were left in a position where they had no other option except to provide Lou with relief from his pain and give support to Jean in this tough time.
Lou passed away a few weeks after his diagnosis with Jean by his side, gripping his hand tightly. It was staggering for her to comprehend how her life partner had been ripped away from her so abruptly. What Jean didn’t realize was that the step she would take next was going to thrust her into further distress.
Son’s Advice
Jean, a woman from Texas, had a son who had moved to a suburb just outside of Boston, Massachusetts, where he built a career as a lawyer. He didn’t keep in touch with his family regularly as he should have. But, when his father passed away, he didn’t hesitate. Switching into action mode, he vigorously started handling his father’s matters and ensured his mother would have nothing to worry about in terms of her welfare and future.
He thought it would be a good idea for Jean to pack up from Lockhart and relocate to his East Coast community. Jean, being self-reliant, could manage living on her own. However, he wanted her within a close distance. Little did he realize what a big mistake this decision would turn out to be.
Leaving Home
The recent widow from Texas, wasn’t fond of the idea of packing up and leaving her community. She was in love with her hometown, and the feeling was reciprocated by her neighbours. Following the death of her husband, Lou, not a single day passed without some neighbour showing upon her doorstep, bearing a warm pie, a homemade casserole or a few gentle words of sympathy.
Despite understanding the logic behind her son’s idea, she didn’t feel like she had many options. So, with the aid of her neighbors, she started organizing her belongings, boxing up her little house. She then took a final, lingering look at the place she held dear, then she began her journey towards Boston.