So how was your Mother's Day? Our weekend was nice for the most part, I guess. So, that doesn't seem very enthusiastic? Surpisingly enough - when you're missing your father... apparently even Mother's Day can be tough.
And when the person you're missing has always hounded you to make sure your family was ALL in church wherever he was going to be on Mom's Day; it stirs lots of memories.
Dina, the Boys & I got to spend some time Saturday with Trish, Tony, Jeannine, Joy & Zoe. Lots of fun hanging out with those little ones!
We got up early Sunday to start a day that, especially for Dina I think, seemed to last forever. We tried to pamper her a bit (although not nearly enough), but I'm pretty certain that the comfort she was searching for this day - was nowhere to be found.
I snuck over midday briefly to see my Mom before she & Ralph headed out to Tricia Lynn's for a BBQ, but heading home... I realized that I was ready for another holiday to be over.
Tony's birthday is tomorrow (Happy birthday Tony!). At the end of the month it's Memorial Day, then Austin's birthday, Father's Day, My birthday & Independance Day.
Then Dad's comes along, followed by Zoe's & Dina's birthdays. Jimmy's not far behind, then Labor Day and... well you probably get the picture. Special occasions are everywhere.
Did you know Tony & Jeannine's littlest daughter, Zoe, was born shortly after midnite way back on the 18th of July - while Dad was still in the SICU.
I guess that's the way it's supposed to be, though. How's the saying go? One life ends as another begins.Yes, life is supposed to go on!
Zoe's a good example of that... and I'm not the only person that noticed. She was born about 36 hours after Dad's aneurysm. As the final months of his time on earth washed over us; her young, beautiful life was just beginning.
As she grows, her age will be a constant reminder of exactly how long it's been. But, the days have to pass by, with new memories established. It certainly doesn't seem any easier though, that's for sure!
God Bless, and Happy 7 months...
Johnny:)
ps: Tina Clark, a member of PFB from way back - and one of the most wonderful women I've ever known - passed away a week and a half or so ago. We continue to pray for comfort and solice for her family & friends.
We'll miss you, Tina!
I'm sure that Dad on the other hand, is extremely excited to see you! Knowing you Tina, it wasn't long before he had you convinced to cook up some of that awesome catfish for him!