Really stinky week

[IWISHFORDISNEY]

What a tough situation. I would opt for a hot bath with Dis Radio in the backround. Simple but relaxing. ((HUGS)) on the loss.

Lisa I am so sorry to hear about your sister.

 

[zan65]

So sorry for your losses, NDM#1 and Calypso*a*go-go, and for the additional stresses you're experiencing. I would concur with the advice on this thread. Personally, I think music (esp. DIS radio -- thanks Pete!) is a welcome distraction to stressful situations. Whatever you choose, know that we are all thinking of you.

 

[NDM#1]

Oh WOW! I just got back to check the thread . . . I've been "hosting" out-of-town family. I'm a little overwhelmed by the incredible responses. I'm teary-eyed as I read them. Thank you so much! What a great community! I love all of these ideas. I'm going to have to make myself slow down and try some of these things (being neurotic, slowing down is not my strong suit) . But I will purpose to take hot bubble baths (the heat would probably be good for my tight muscles), light candles, listen to Disney soundtracks, drink hot cocoa, plan my vacation and take walks (although I might just walk in the mall since it is horribly cold outside) over the next few weeks. I especially love the suggestions of taking time to pray as well as journal. When I was writing my neurotic book, I did find it to be a little therapeutic.

Dear Lisa, there is nothing to apologize for. If any of my sisters were to pass away . . . well, I just can't even discuss such a hypothetical situation. It's too upseting. I can only imagine the intense pain you must be going through, and I wish I could shoulder some of that for you.

While the loss of our grandfather is sad, it was not unexpected. He was 94 years old, and he mentioned on many occassions that he was looking forward to passing on into heaven. So in some respects, I feel a sense of gladness for him. But your loss sounds extremely distressing and worthy of every condolence. Who cares what thread it is expressed on? In fact, I'm thankful that I got to provide the thread for you.

Please accept my sincerest sympathies. You are such a giving and caring person on this board. It seriously pains me that such a fantastic person has to deal with such a loss.

And you are right. We should both just take it day by day, moment by moment. I'm thankful for a great gathering of friends here that we can count on for support while we do this. And I'm thankful for your expression of empathy in the midst of your great pain.

I'm in awe of all of you.

 

[MerriePoppins]

My sister passed away on Monday morning and I have to go out of town for a niece's wedding tomorrow...my first instinct was to cancel, but I felt like it would just create more unhappiness. So between grieving, packing, farming out the kids to make sure they get everywhere they need to be (they aren't going to the wedding and DH also works really long shifts so I'm relying on friends for rides), and taking our dog to the vet...it's kind of hard to keep everything pulled together.

Lisa, So sorry to hear about your sister.

 

[calypso*a*go-go]

Lisa, So sorry to hear about your sister.

Thank you, Susan.

NDM#1 -- I think you and I need to have some chocolate...stat!!!

 

[NDM#1]

Thank you, Susan.

NDM#1 -- I think you and I need to have some chocolate...stat!!!

Yes, m'am! I'm all over it

 

[NC Belle]

NDM#---We are so sorry for your loss.




Lisa



I wished that I could give you both some of the comfort food that I made today---homemade turkey/beans/orzo chili soup (no real name for this latest soup) and brownies that I swirled in some pb and then towards the end of the baking topped it with marshmellows.

 

[Emma1]

Lisa and NDM,

Don't forget to take some time for yourselves as well. We can get run down so easily trying to take care of everyone around us. In a few days it will be 15 years since my Dad passed away. We are praying for you both and your families.

 

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

Oh Belle - that sounds like the best meal for a week like this. I think I may actually make some of those brownies today! They sound like they could help to heal the pain from anything!

 

[MerriePoppins]

NDM#1
Bubble baths, chocolate, good movies, podcasts......and sending pixie dust your way...

Sorry for your loss....hoping you feel better soon.