A picture from a happier time. Little did we know that in less than 12 hours, we would lose Joel. Poor Slug had a terrible injury on her leg and is still smiling. To say we had a blast is an understatement. Great friends' great memories. If one wants to leave this world on a high note, I suggest this group!
Had a wonderful time with the kids over Thanksgiving. Jess was able to get her piano which she had waited 18 years to buy. Food was great, company better. I helped get Christmas up and drove the 8 hours home. I took William with me both there and back and he was an Angel. I can't say that about most 8-year-old boys.
This has been a really hard year for me. Actually, harder than the first year after losing Joel. I think the first year was just plain shock and disbelief. It is funny how our brain can protect us from ourselves. Now that I am going on this 2 year milestone, I am hoping I will be better. I spend so much time tunning away from grief, like maybe it won't be here when I get back, but unfortunately....
Thank goodness for family and friends, my faith and my sense of humor, which is more wicked than ever. Sissie and I have so much to do. She is out running errands including a few of mine. Bless her heart!!!!!
Yesterday was bills and Christmas ordering. I only have a few things left. Need to get to baking as I am sure Slug's is waiting for her Christmas crumbs; I will leave her to explain. We have baking to get in the mail and platters to make for friends and family.
Dan was putting up Christmas at their house yesterday and it is so beautiful. That man is so talented when it comes to decor. He is going to come help me set my tree up by the end of the week.
I am making a list of things to get done in the shop. There is not much to do. It still needs to be done.
1. replace zipper in sweater
2. replace zipper in a coat
3. hem three pants
4. hem 2 pants
5. hem three items
6. hem two pants
7. hem three pants
8. alter a top
9. make a curtain for Kay's kitchen
10. alter a couple vests for Dan
11. hem 2 pants
After these things get done there are still a couple things to conquer. If I get this list done, I am free to start other projects and just try to keep up as the dribs and drabs come into the shop.
In the meantime, have a blessed Holiday season. Preparing whatever you normally prepare. Keep in mind those of us who are struggling to find our happy place. Keep your sense of humor, it really helps. Lean on those who lift you up, someday they will lean on you.
Happy Holidays!
Kim
I do hope you can find happiness this Christmas, even with the grief.
ReplyDeleteGet the sewing done then concentrate on things that you enjoy. Also the world will not end if you cut your cookie making down a little.
Our daughter is with us every Christmas as she has been for the last 36 years. We remember her and talk about her with our sons. We hang her picture by the tree and set a place at the table for her.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
Glad you had a good trip. You are so right, good friends, good family and faith - lean on all of them as much as needed. It happens slowly. Never forgotten ever.
ReplyDeleteI will pray for Christmas miracles for you, Kay. Everyone needs hope and joy to go from hour to hour, not least you for your cross is indeed heavy. Still, I'm thankful you're surrounded by people who love you and help you to soldier on.
ReplyDeleteLeaning on friends during those times of sadness will help see us through. Keeping you in good thoughts and prayers always.
ReplyDeletePraying for you as we get into the thick of the holiday season. I love the picture of y'all. Everyone looks so happy. Your list is coming along!
ReplyDeletePrayers for you Kim as we enter the Christmas season. It can be a hard season of emotions to deal with. I'm glad you have a strong community of friends and family. Lean on them every time you need to. Hugs!!
ReplyDeleteOh what a fun picture!
ReplyDeleteGlad you have family and friends and your sense of humor to help.
Wishing you joy this holiday season.
Huge hugs, my friend.
ReplyDeleteHi Kim, glad you had a wonderful thanksgiving. Cheryl recently told me that this grief horror show lasts for years, she said for her, it was four years. While that is a daunting number, it helped me calibrate my expectations and know that the waves of sinking were normal and would take a long time to ebb. My two years is this December as well, and I have faith that it is mostly uphill from here. Healing sparkles to you. Hilogene in Az.
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