crosslongs
Status:
About Me
Originally from NC. I am a massage therapist for 18 years and have lived in Birmingham for 20 years. I am divorced. My son Justin died from a self inflicted gunshot wound on June 26, 2015. My world turned upside down on that day. He had suffered from depression for years but had become addicted to opiates in the last 2 years. He lived with his sister, Summer and cat, Kathleen, at the time of his death. Summer found him in his truck. I have another son, Jeremy who is the oldest. Summer has moved in with Jeremy for the time being. I think we are all still in shock. None of kids are married and they all are really close. Everyone says that I\'m just beginning my journey but I\'m not sure where I\'m going. Everyday is different now and I feel this huge void in my life. At the same time I\'m truly amazed at the love, compassion and empathy coming my way. My blessings are many these days. I even look at the sky differently. Everything truly looks beautiful but I think I\'m trying to catch a glimpse of my boy up there somewhere. I miss him so much.
Activity
-
crosslongs liked sonshinedeb's journal Molly.
-
crosslongs sent a hug to Livingjuicy
Hey there! I don’t know why this sight doesn’t work for me anymore. But thank you for thinking of me. I have much to share but will do that a little later. Blessings! Deanie -
crosslongs commented on crosslongs's journal Happy /sad times
-
crosslongs sent a hug to NellW
Thank you so much for thinking of me! Yes I've been thinking of my sweet boy. ❤️ -
crosslongs sent a hug to Livingjuicy
Thank you for the hug! Life has been crazy busy. My daughter, Summer just had a baby, a little boy, 4 weeks ago. He is precious! I hope to update with a journal soon. Love, Deanie -
crosslongs liked Livingjuicy's journal "Me too".
-
crosslongs commented on ginachurchwell1970's journal Christmas crisis
-
crosslongs commented on ginachurchwell1970's journal Update
-
crosslongs sent a hug to Livingjuicy
Thank you Joanie! You're so thoughtful. I've been meaning to update everyone about my life which has really calmed down. I am missing Justin a lot lately as this was his favorite time of year. He loved Halloween and we usually went camping. ❤️Dea -
crosslongs liked crosslongs's journal Sorry sorry sorry I'm in crisis!.
-
crosslongs commented on crosslongs's journal Sorry sorry sorry I'm in crisis!
-
crosslongs liked crosslongs's journal Surgery and cat trouble.
-
crosslongs commented on crosslongs's journal Surgery and cat trouble
-
crosslongs liked lynette22's journal Update - maybe.
-
crosslongs commented on ginachurchwell1970's journal 3 1/2 Days
-
crosslongs commented on RememberKala's journal Update
-
crosslongs commented on lynette22's journal HERE
-
crosslongs sent a hug to Livingjuicy
Thank you Joanie! Yes it's a crazy / wonderful/ sad time in my life. So many bittersweet moments one right after another. I have a lot of faith that this too with pass but I'm hoping for a break so I can catch my breath. Much love, Deanie
Journals
-
Justin's BirthdayHi guys,Tomorrow is Justin's birthday and of course I have been thinking about it a lot. He would have been... -
UpdateHi guys,I know it's been many months since I've written an update. However I do think of you guys often and... -
UpdateSo I had my surgery on 9/2, the lumpectomy and all is well and labs are good. So grateful! Larry and...