Tuesday, Home and Happy

 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