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Hi y'all1
It's snowing right outside my window in front of my computer. It's so pretty falling, but the extreme cold today has me all achy and sore. My left wrist has been giving me a lot of pain, and nothing seems to help. It's an intense burning sensation and yesterday my thumb was numb. Last night I couldn't sleep, my left arm kept jumping all by itself, so I've been up since yesterday morning. I did doze around 4:30 am - 5:15 am.
Shawn got up to go hunting, and being the sweetheart I am, I got back up and made him a big breakfast, because it's so cold out. I wanted him to be warm on the inside at least.
I don't know how men can go out in the woods at daybreak, in 14 degree weather and just sit and wait for the elusive deer.
Today is also the one month mark of my Dad passing away. He has been weighing heavy on my mind for 2 days, so thats probably part of the not sleeping last night. Everytime I closed my eyes, I saw him those last few minutes of his life, and it just won't get out of my head! It didn't help that when I tried to call Mom yesterday I got the answering machine with Dad's voice still on it. It really startled me, but then I thought I hope Mom doesn't change it. At least we can still hear his voice on that recording.
I sat down and tried to write out christmas cards after Shawn left. I got 11 cards written and couldn't write out anymore, my wrist hurt so bad.
I hope you all are having a great weekend. I'm staying inside today, in the warmth. Too darned cold for me out there!
Love and Hugs,
Laurie
It's snowing right outside my window in front of my computer. It's so pretty falling, but the extreme cold today has me all achy and sore. My left wrist has been giving me a lot of pain, and nothing seems to help. It's an intense burning sensation and yesterday my thumb was numb. Last night I couldn't sleep, my left arm kept jumping all by itself, so I've been up since yesterday morning. I did doze around 4:30 am - 5:15 am.
Shawn got up to go hunting, and being the sweetheart I am, I got back up and made him a big breakfast, because it's so cold out. I wanted him to be warm on the inside at least.
I don't know how men can go out in the woods at daybreak, in 14 degree weather and just sit and wait for the elusive deer.
Today is also the one month mark of my Dad passing away. He has been weighing heavy on my mind for 2 days, so thats probably part of the not sleeping last night. Everytime I closed my eyes, I saw him those last few minutes of his life, and it just won't get out of my head! It didn't help that when I tried to call Mom yesterday I got the answering machine with Dad's voice still on it. It really startled me, but then I thought I hope Mom doesn't change it. At least we can still hear his voice on that recording.
I sat down and tried to write out christmas cards after Shawn left. I got 11 cards written and couldn't write out anymore, my wrist hurt so bad.
I hope you all are having a great weekend. I'm staying inside today, in the warmth. Too darned cold for me out there!
Love and Hugs,
Laurie
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
And you were right, I wanted it to stay on there, even though it made me cry the first time. I miss him so, as I know yu surely do miss yours also.
Hang in there kiddo!
I live in central NY State, in the mountains. It's a far cry from living in Florida for 27 years, but I like it, I can take the cold better than the heat.
That sure is a pretty baby on your avatar. Is that precious little thing yours? So adorable!
After I got over the little jolt it gave me, it was comforting to hear his voice. I told my brother about it last night. He wants Mom to keep it, also. Its so cute. He says, "hello,(name) one grumpy old man and one pretty nice lady live here, leave a message".
My Dad had a great sense of humor. I miss him, and I know you must feel just like I do.
Thanks for your reply.
Hugs!
Laurie
As for the snow, I actually feel jealous. I would love for at least one good snow here. I haven't seen a good snow in years now. Of course, when even the threat of snow is mentioned around here, everyone storms the grocery stores buying all the milk & bread & stocking up like they're gonna be living in a disaster zone for 3 months! LOL
Northern NJ is 20 degrees amnd snowing. I am a realtor, full time and open houses have been cancelled today. Very happy about that as this weather change has had me in a nasty fibro grip since last Wednesday. My neck, back and legs hurt so badly....trying to decide "what to take today"
My deepest sympathies on the passing of your dad. It is truly one of life's most challenging events to lose the ones we love and continue on without them. You WILL make it right in your heart and mind someday, just be patient with and kind to yourself.
Enjoy the beauty of the snow and remember all the blessed times with your Dad.Fresh snow is like a new beginging most innocent and beautiful!!! Hugs to you
Your dad is probably nearer than you think and giving you signs to look after your mom and yourself.
We've had snow for about a week or so but sunshine every day. I was at the gas station on one particularly freezing night (-25) and got inside to go pay...a man was inside and I said "brrrr, it's cold out there" and he said "it's absolutely beautiful, isn't it"....kinda made me think {well, yeah, I guess it is}...and then said "well, it certainly makes me know I'm alive". The fresh air was kind of exhiliarating as I work inside the senior's homes where the air gets kinda stale sometimes.
Laurie, I know the one-month mark is painful, all the hallmarks along the way for the first year are. You will never get over the loss of your Dad, but it will get easier. I lost mine 5 years ago, my Mother died in 1988, she had just turned 62. I miss them all the time, especially my Mom, but now it's just an ache, and the real pain is over. so I can remember the happiness without my heart breaking all over again. It will be so for you, too.hugs
LAURIE, I KNOW THAT YOUR HEART IS STILL BROKEN AND I STILL HAVE YOU IN MY PRRAYERS DARLING....LOVE...HELEN