I have been meaning to write a new “Why I Write” post for some time now. Mainly because opening the ‘Blog Posts’ page and scrolling through the first post I wrote on this blog through tears is still incredibly painful to see, even now… If you are curious, you can find it here: Why I…
Today’s sunrise was spectacular it reminded me that life goes on and every day is an opportunity to give thanks. Today I would like to give thanks for the visit I received two nights ago. My Love came in a dream He woke me up from a dead sleep at 3 AM. In the dream…
My Love adored our grandchildren. One of his last wishes was that they never forget him. While I don’t believe anyone will let that happen, I wanted something concrete to give each of them for the holidays that would be a reminder of Grandpa. Thanks to a connection through my sister-by-choice Wendi, Bridgette at The…
Especially this year because it’s Christmas Eve and I just don’t feel it… When I was a child, this day was filled with anticipation and tradition. Time to light the last candle of the advent wreath that was always on the coffee table. The last day of being good so Santa would bring presents. Always…
You might have noticed that I count days… Perhaps you’ve wondered why So I’m just going to put it out here: I count days because every day that passes means that I am still alive that I was strong enough to stay that way and survive another day. … there have been moments … (especially…
Today the day after yesterday I woke up. Thankful for friends who took me to dinner and made me laugh until I snorted… For texts messages Facebook wishes (yes, I checked) calls from kids hearing my grand littles’ sweet voices on the phone gracious comments on blog posts community only one meltdown on another first…
Three days before the day of my birth and it is time to reflect: I am grateful: For family and friends who take the edge off my aloneness For my parents who were my guiding lights For my grandchildren who make me smile and laugh For my children (even though they hover – too much)…
