Tuesday May 24th, 2011
Friday was an emotional day for me, after just over 14 months, I felt at a point where I could gather most of my Beloved Pat's clothes and donate them. Via a dear friend, they have gone to a men's recovery home. Pat would be happy because they will be used and the men are so appreciative. It was the right thing to do. Most of these men have 2 pair of jeans and 2 t-shirts. Now they will be able to choose clothes that will allow them to be presentable for job interviews and the like. I felt good doing it. SEVEN large bags. Yes, of course I kept some things. That also, was the right thing to do.
One of my childhood friends now living in San Diego will stay with me the week of my..... OH MY GOD, SHE JUST CALLED ME AS I WAS TYPING THIS.........daughter's wedding in August so I am looking forward to having her here. The plan now is to de-clutter my rec-room. The guest room is all ready so that's a plus for me.
All the best,
Wendy
One of my childhood friends now living in San Diego will stay with me the week of my..... OH MY GOD, SHE JUST CALLED ME AS I WAS TYPING THIS.........daughter's wedding in August so I am looking forward to having her here. The plan now is to de-clutter my rec-room. The guest room is all ready so that's a plus for me.
All the best,
Wendy
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I\'m thinking of the distance you have traveled and where you are at today.
I am smiling for where you are at today but still hurt for your pain also.
((hugs)) Patricia
I still have not found the strength to go through my husband\'s clothes. I\'m at 9 1/2 months. I would like to be able to do that before the winter sets in as I know in these parts there are many people without the proper winter wear. We\'ll see. Everything in its time. I\'m happy that you are getting company in August and a wedding! What fun!
Linda
I did not find going through Smokey\'s things very difficult. I have no idea why that was for me. My 2 brothers and I had to sort through our own late mother\'s things as well. I think my attitude is damn the torpedoes full steam ahead and do it anyways. We are all on different points in our grief. Where one finds sorting through things difficult another person does not. We are all difficult. The timing was right for you to do it now and you donated to a good cause. I am glad you kept some things for yourself.
I am glad your friend is coming out for your daughter\'s wedding in August. Are you getting excited about that?
All the best from Diane B.
It took me over 14 months, the time has to be right for you. Hugs,Wendy