It occurred to me today that the 21st slipped by and I didn't remember that that marked five months since Warren's passing. I can't decide if that's a good thing or a bad thing. Its not that I didn't think about him that day, I do every day. I just forgot that it was the anniversary.
I called the cemetery office this week to inquire as to when the grave marker would be placed on the grave. I guess they give the ground time to settle some. I was told (surprise, surprise) that his was the next one scheduled to be put in and it would happen this week (it didn't) or next and that they would call me.
There were times this month when I felt a real need to be by myself. I still need that quiet time but this week I've been out more. Next weekend I'll be attending a women's retreat from Friday evening through Sunday at lunch. I'm hoping that I'll be able to be fully present for that and not feel a need to withdraw again.
On the plus side I've learned how to use an electric drill and even how to use it as a screw driver. I'm sure that will come in handy some time although it didn't help me much trying to put those new kitchen chairs together. I did one but its not quite right. I'm going to get some help to finish those up.
I tried "Freecycle" for the first time and got rid of the metal filing cabinet that I had. It just got picked up a few minutes ago. I've got the Salvation Army coming again on Tuesday to take the old computer furniture away. Things are moving along on my never ending remodeling of the apartment.
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I think it is a good thing. You still think about Warren, but you are not thinking of him in terms of how long it has been since he has passed. Perhaps. I don't mean to presume.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the Women's retreat. I hope you develop and strengthen good bonds of friendships. Time flies, doesn't it?
ReplyDeleteGotta love Freecycle. Have a great time on your retreat!!
ReplyDeleteOtherwise, Bennett put the rest of what I thought to say quite nicely, so I'll let the little sis do the talking! Thanks, Bennett.
Seems like *you* are moving along too. May you find beauty as you go to help with your balance. Love to you, lady!
ReplyDeleteA friend pointed out to me today that it was more important to celebrate his life than his death and she was right. Thank you all for your support.
ReplyDeleteYes, and you celebrate his life every time you think of him - no need for a "special" day to remind you to do it.
ReplyDeleteJesa, that is a good thing to remember. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteCheryl are you familar with Louise L. Hay? She has written a book called "Meditations to Heal Your Life" and in it is a section on grieving. I don't know if this is helpful to you or not but I hope so. Love and Light and Peace to you. God bless too:)
ReplyDeleteNo real word of wisdom or any such wise or masterful nuggets of knowledge. Just a howdy to let you know that Im still here for ya.
ReplyDeleteThank you Patti.
ReplyDeleteIngrid, I'm familiar with Louise Hay but not that particular book. I'll look for it. Thank you.