Never forget. We are all familiar with this phrase as it represents 9/11, and a time of great tragedy and sorrow in our world. Well, one year ago today those two words took on a different and more personal meaning for me. It was a day of tragedy and sorrow. It was the day myContinue reading “One Year Later: The Grief Journey – Remembering Melanie”
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Goodbye 2020: A Few Thoughts
I’m not a person who typically makes resolutions. Instead, my husband and I use this time of year as a time of reflection and planning for the new year. We take time to think about all that has happened over the course of the year, the places we have been, the things we have done,Continue reading “Goodbye 2020: A Few Thoughts”
The Sunflower
There is something about the sunflower that makes me happy. It’s upturned face seems surrounded by joy! Maybe it’s the bright yellow color, or perhaps it just reminds me of those giant yellow smiley faces that were popular in the 70’s! 😊 Melanie’s favorite flower is the sunflower. I have found it interesting that sinceContinue reading “The Sunflower”
In the Blink of an Eye
We’ve all heard the saying, “what a difference a day makes.” Well, how much of a difference does 180 days make? Today marks 6 months, or 180 days, since Melanie has been gone so I’ve found myself pondering that saying. I’ll admit many things have changed during this time – some good, some bad. Yes,Continue reading “In the Blink of an Eye”