Still plugging away

[TLinden16]

The past week since my mom's funeral have been so surreal. I still expect to go downstairs and see her sitting in her favorite recliner chair. It just seems so strange.

Tuesday was my birthday, and it was very weird not having her around for it. My sisters were going to come over with their kids, but we were expecting snow that never really came, so they didn't end up coming over. So, I stayed at home with my dad. My dad isn't a "happy birthday" type of person, so it was pretty much like being alone on my birthday. It was kind of sad, and I had a long cry over that one.

My brother had to work that night, so he got me a Carvel ice cream take the night before my birthday. That's exactly what my mom would have done for my birthday.

I've been opening all the mail that comes to the house in my mom's name. Since she had the stroke three weeks ago, I've opened three or four letters from insurance company trying to sell her insurance to pay for expenses when she died. It's crazy.

Yesterday, my dad got a brouchure from a company that sells headstones. I wound up throwing the brochure out, and I told my dad that I didn't want to use that company because they sent us that unsoliciated.. They must have looked up our address after seeing my mom's death notice in the paper. I think it's horrible that they would send that to us. Just gave me a bad feeling about that company.

Well, that's it for now. Thanks for listening

 

[snuggles]

I hope as the days go by your pain and sadness will ease. I lost my dad almost exactly two years ago and I understand how you feel. It's weird expecting to see them and then realizing that they won't be there. Sending you great big hugs .

 

[Dan Murphy]

Hi Karen. A for your birthday, a shoulder to lean on. A day, a week, a month, take them one at a time.

Dan

 

[Pop Daddy]

I dont like that either, I would have also thrown it away also.

 

[debster812]

Karen. I'm so sorry. I was away when your mom passed. I wish I could do or say more to help.

I think I would have thrown it away too!!!!!

 

[Serena]

You do what feels right to you. I would have thrown it away too.

 

[NHAnn]

Hi Karen. I've been thinking of you.

That kind of marketing (the headstone...) is sure insensitive

Hang in there! Maybe we should get busy and plan a "Miracle Meet" If you want a diversion, check this out!! I'm hooked on the scoring game
Miracle (the movie) website

 

[mickeyboat]

Karen

Happy belated birthday. I'm sure it was not an easy one for you. Just know, although it is little condolence right now, that time eases your pain. New traditions develop and you will celebrate a happy holiday again.

Know that we are a shoulder for you to cry on and that we are here if you need us.

Denae

 

[TammyNC]

Stopping by to give you a . I know how difficult it is to lose a parent and I'm saying a prayer that your day gets better. It does take time, but I'm not going to say that the pain ever goes away completely. I lost my dad in 1999 at the age of 51 and there are still days when I want him around to talk to and rejoice with.

My prayers are with you and your family that the pain will ease and like others have said new traditions will develop. Try to remember the good and happy times and that helps.

I don't blame you for not using the company that sent you the information. I would have thrown that away as well. I know that my Mom still gets mail with my Dad's name wanting hime to buy stuff. At first she would get angry every time something came in, now as time has passed, she has learned to deal with it.

Also wanted to wish you a belated birthday.

 

[TLinden16]

Originally posted by NHAnn
Hi Karen. I've been thinking of you.

That kind of marketing (the headstone...) is sure insensitive

Hang in there! Maybe we should get busy and plan a "Miracle Meet" If you want a diversion, check this out!! I'm hooked on the scoring game
Miracle (the movie) website

I'm all for a Boston area Miracle meet, Ann. Just has to be public transportation accessible for me

Karen

 

[binny]

(((hugs))) my friend.

I pray that every day will bring more peace.

You are in my prayers.



and though it may be a little late....



HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!

 

[luvmydogs]

Still saying prayers for your strength and peace...