As you probably noticed, I have been a little MIA lately. We just attended our fourth funeral of a close family member since December on Monday.
Kasey’s sweet Grandma Cheryl passed away very unexpectedly a couple of weeks ago. She was the picture of health at only 73 and had been helping me with the kids almost every day the week before she passed. It was all so sudden that I feel like Kasey, the kids and I are all still in shock.
When I envisioned my life five years ago, it never would have included the losses that we have had. From watching my mother in law bravely take on Ovarian Cancer and eventually loosing that battle in December to then loosing my Grandpa to Alzheimer's a month to the day after Jackie, and then a short two weeks later loosing my husbands uncle (also his boss of 16 years and lifelong neighbor) to Cancer as well (oh how I HATE cancer), and now Grandma Cheryl who held everything together after the passing of my mother in law (her daughter). But life threw us a curve ball (or four) and we are slowly picking up the pieces and continuing on with a new normal. With little kids you really don’t have a choice, life must go on.
I have learned to cherish every moment of every one of my relationships and now know that the most important things in life revolve much less around material things and much more around the people in my life that make me happy. They are what is important. They are who keep me going.
So even though sometimes things seem impossible, and even the littlest task seems overwhelming, I am forging on. Because I know that is what I need, what my kids needs, and what my husband needs, and I know that continuing to do the things I love will only help in the healing process.
Kristin, I admire and look up to you so much. I don't know how you have handled the last 7 months as well as you have. You are such a strong woman, and a wonderful mother. I love your positive attitude, and your determination to move forward with a bright outlook on life. Love you!
ReplyDeleteAww thanks Julie! It's people like you that keep me smiling!
ReplyDeleteKristin. We love you guys! You guys have been on such a journey and I am so sorry! You are in our daily thoughts and prayers. I am still so in shock about Cheryl as well. She was an AMAZING woman! I will never, ever forget her!! She inspired me so much in my life. I am still in shock about Jackie as well. I can still hear both of their sweet sweet voices and giggles! Love ya!
ReplyDeleteI know, isn't it just crazy? It sure makes me appreciate everyone in my life a whole lot more. What I would give to hear their voices ...
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Oh Kristin, you brought me to tears. I think about you guys often. I don't know how you guys have made it through the last 7 months. I'm sure it has been one heck of an emotional roller coaster. There is one thing for sure and that is what amazing woman are in your family, including you. Cheryl and Jackie will be forever missed and will always be remembered. I'm happy to hear you are trying to move on for your kids and Casey. That's not easy to do. We need to stay in contact with you guys.
ReplyDeleteP.S. I LOVE your blog. It makes me smile when I look at it. Great job!
Cynthia! We really do need to keep in contact. You and your sisters are all such sweethearts. Thanks so much for checking out the blog! I hope you'll come back and check in from time to time!
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