We're home from the hospital!
February 23, 2009 11:19pm
2/23/09
10:10pm
We're home! I just got my India home, and tucked her into her own bed. We were in the hospital since 7am on …
Goal Completed on Apr 26, 08
sleeplessrn
7:39pm, February 17, 2009
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About Me
sleeplessrn
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About Me
I'm Jessica. I origianlly found this site, just a few days after the devastating and sudden loss of my late wife, Catherine. Since then, with the help and support of many Daily Strength members, my world has come full circle. I met the most tremendous woman, right here on DS. She read my early journals and sent unconditional support, encouragement, and as time progressed, love. On June 23, 2008, I was honored that that tremendous woman, India, promised me her hand in marriage. We were legally married in Toronto, Canada, and my life continues to evolved into everything I have ever wanted it to be. She allows me to grieve the loss of my late wife, while simultaneously allowing me to love her deeply, completely, and without expectation. I am by far the most fortunate woman in the world. Thank you my wife, India. I love you so very, very much.
I'm Jessica. I origianlly found this site, just a few days after the devastating and sudden loss of my late wife, Catherine. Since then, with the help and support of many Daily Strength members, my world has come full circle. I met the most tremendous woman, right here on DS. She read my early journals and sent unconditional support, encouragement, and as time progressed, love. On June 23, 2008, I was honored that that tremendous woman, India, promised me her hand in marriage. We were legally married
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Interests
My wife, India, my wonderful daughters Kish and lena, life, love, and the pursuit of happiness for everyone--regardless of sexual oreintation, race, socioeconomic status, weight, or physical ability.
My wife, India, my wonderful daughters Kish and lena, life, love, and the pursuit of happiness for everyone--regardless
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How do I begin to talk about this?
February 21, 2009 10:18pm
Just for a few minutes, my wife died today.
Early this morning, around 6:15, India woke me and told me she really had some horrible stomach …
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The two year anniversary
February 14, 2009 10:35pm
2/14/09
Dear Catherine,
When you awakened me this morning at 4:05am, was that the time you took your last breath two years ago? I …
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So very, very grateful...
November 14, 2008 2:23pm
11/14/08
Quick update. It is impossible to put into words just how tremendously fortunate I feel for each and every day I wake up to my …
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More than ready...,.
June 20, 2008 11:20pm
6/20/08
9:54pm
Okay. Our vows are written. Our dresses chosen. Adorable shoes ready... Rings in place. That final, …
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Hugbook
I’m With You
Sending you peace and strength...
Shout Out
Just sending in a big, "Hi!" & hoping that India is doing better!
Ray of Sunshine
Just dropping of some sunshine to you. Hope all is well with you and your family. Most importantly, that India is doing well. I am going to land on my feet. I have some good prospects lined up and who knows, I may move to the States for a bit. I could stand a change and a good job in the U.S. would look good on my resume. I know someone in Washington that can make it happen so I am traveling there at the end of October for a few days. Practicing living in the present and being thankful for what I have today. A roof over my head (for now, lol), food in the fridge and a few good friends in my life - even if they live far away.
Sending positive vibes your way... Miss and love you. My warmest regards to India (I love the name)-
Hug
Hey Jessica. Thank you for your words of encouragement. I am optimistic in that I got a call from Gap head office in San Fransisco for a job. Even if I don't get this job, I have a good feeling that this is a sign... I am happy to be out of that horrible environment... Can you imagine that as management they dictated our hours??? Most normal jobs are 9-5 with an hour for lunch? This place was 9-5:30 with 30 minutes for lunch. That extra half hour was a killer to me. Especially in winter when it gets dark early. The karma there felt so crappy and I would never have left of my own accord. I couldn't leave the security. I think I will be okay this time. I am not as destitute as I was before.
Thanks for the kind words of encouragement. HUGS
Best regards to India and the rest of your family. 
Miss You
From Mckenzie
September 26
Hi Jessica, it's been such a long time. How are you love. The last I heard you were getting married. I'm doing good, same old same old, but a lot of action in a way. lol
Would love to hear from you friend, Christmas is coming and I would like your new addy for the Christmas card exchange. Love & Respect, Mckenzie One day at the time
ps: how's your daughter ?
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Goals
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Support Groups
Close Lesbian Relationship Challenges
My late wife died February 14, 2007. No warning. No signs/no symptoms. Just gone. I was lost. I just wanted to die. People didn't seem to get it: because we were both women, somehow my greif was different than heterosexuals. My loss was real. Deep. All encompassing.
Treatments
- Celexa Working / Worked
- Been on it for a few years; think it's time to up the dose, though.
- Crying Somewhat Helpful
- When I cry; I feel absolutely nothing. I just ache from my head to my toes. My very soul aches.
- Support from Friends & Family Working / Worked
- I left my home two days after my wife died in our bed. Went to Wisconsin just days after my late wife died. Family and friends surrounded me with love, and unconditional support.
- Support Groups Working / Worked
- Daily Strength saved my sanity; and is where I met the woman who would love me back to life.
- Time Working / Worked
- I was given the tremendous gift of love by forces beyond my power to understand or thank. I found India. She blew on my embers when I was so very close to dissolving into the abyss of grief. India brought me back to life. I am again, whole. Thank you for taking my hand in marriage. I adore you, India.
Close Obesity
Went to Mexico on July 16, 2007 for gastric bypass surgery. I've had enough dieting and losing/gaining 100s of pounds.
Treatments
- Avoid Certain Foods / Chemicals Not Working
- Did the no/low carb thing--lost big time weight, but when I stopped doing it, I blew up but fast!
- Gastric Bypass Surgery Working / Worked
- The first month post-op was ROUGH! Now that I'm in my second month, it's going well...
- Physical Exercise Working / Worked
- I just joined a neighborhood gym and went today for the first time! I'm gonna give it all I have!
- Slim-Fast Not Working
- I was hungry all the time
- Weight Watchers Somewhat Helpful
- I really hate group meetings...I get bored.
Open Gastric Bypass Surgery
7/16/07 had gastric bypass in PUerta Vallarta, Mexico. I'm 4 days post op and on the mend! Looking forward to talking with others who've had the surgery...
