Happy Wednesday, friends! I'm glad you're here today for the currently link party. It never goes without saying how thankful I am several of you join me for this each month; I hope you keep it up! This month we're talking about some things we're currently loving, savoring, celebrating, remembering, and trying. Some of this will be redundant...sorry about that! I'll jump right in.
Loving
I am loving pool time!
Savoring
I am savoring sweet summertime, and salads, and catch up girl dates with my friends! Mar and I hadn't seen each other in eight days when we met for lunch on Monday; we were like teenagers getting caught up. She was giddy, and I cried, but whatever! Today is the one year anniversary of my dad dying; I've been an emotional wreck all week/weekend.
Celebrating
Remembering
With this anniversary comes lots of remembering! I kind of went down a rabbit hole here yesterday and looked back on old pictures of our times together. How fortunate am I to have had such a wonderful relationship with my dad? And all of that quality time we got to spend together? I'd give anything to have a little more time with him here on earth, honestly, but in the same breath, I wouldn't wish him back here for all the money or things in the world. I'm glad he wasn't around to see this last year of my life. It would have been hard on him, because he wouldn't have understood how his (then) son-in-law could walk out on his youngest daughter. It would have been hard on me, because with his dementia, he would have forgotten every five minutes that Todd was no longer part of my life. And boy did he love Todd! It pisses me off when I think of it, if you want to know the full truth.
Trying
I'll be trying to end this post on a positive note, so I'll brag on myself about some things I'm learning along the way. I'm going to have some work done in my home here in the next few weeks, and it feels great to know that I know people either personally, or who know other people, for me to reach out to inquire about such things. There's a song that I love that is on one of my playlists on Spotify that I listen to when I need to feel validated...it's Badass Woman by Megan Trainor. Pardon the cuss word, but it's a song that makes me laugh and feel strong! 🤣🤣
Thanks for being here today, friends! I always appreciate your love and encouragement. Love to all!
Jenn
What pretty sunsets! I love the colours in the sky at this time of year.
ReplyDeleteGood on you for stepping up and doing the jobs that you consider masculine jobs. Enjoy that feeling, you should be pround of yourself.
Have a fan time seeing Teddy Swims, I really like him. My girls introduced me to his music.
I can just imagine you and Marilyn meeting up after not seeing each other for 8 days. hehehe
Sending love and hugs. Your dad's life should be celebrated, he sounded like a wonderful man.
Thank you for all of this, friend! We were definitely like young girls seeing each other after too much time apart. It was so much fun! I feel so fortunate to be able to say this about our friendship. My dad was wonderful! I miss him so much, but I know he's in a far better place.
DeleteThinking of you during this hard day- you made the most of your time with your dad for sure-I was so impressed to see your weekly dates- I know you cherished them and I am sure he did too. You were and are a wonderful daughter XO
ReplyDeleteThank you, friend! I did always try my best to cherish each moment with him. Those were some of the very best days!
DeleteI like doing (some) tasks that are traditionally masculine. Good for you for learning and doing new things. I like your pool picture- something about pictures of pools makes me happy :). I can see how this day would be so hard. You know your dad is in heaven but of course you miss him. Have a great day!
ReplyDeleteI know several women who are like you and enjoy that kind of thing. I think it's great! I just never had a desire to do any of that, because I was married to someone who knew how to do everything. I was definitely spoiled in some ways, but I never took it for granted either. Thank you for that, friend!
DeleteYou had the most difficult summer and year of your life last year. I think it's only human to reflect on this date last year. Your dad would be so proud of you. I know what you mean about it seems like yesterday but it seems like 10 years ago. I miss my Dad so much and can hardly believe how long it's been. I keep trying to call my mom at certain times and then catch myself. So, I know what you mean.
ReplyDeleteYou are a badass woman! I think you need some time away to celebrate and reflect on the past year. I think you are going to come back feeling cleansed and ready to go on this next year.
Time is so strange, right? I think my vacations are perfectly timed; even this week with my brother here in town and staying at my house has been perfect. I'm glad I don't have to be alone today! I have a full day: a few hours of work, a few errands afterwards, then J is coming over and we're going to Mom's and Bill's for dinner together. I'm ready for my getaway! I keep forgetting that I'm leaving in two days for a week...I've been so busy that I haven't had time to start thinking about it just yet. I'll have to pack before I go to bed tomorrow night! I think you're right, though...I'll be refreshed when I get back!
DeleteAnniversaries like today are so bittersweet! Those of us who were blessed to have loving, committed, faith-filled fathers can feel so grateful for the gift they were in our lives while also feeling that hole in our heart. My compass - my dad - has been gone since 2007 (he died young at 73) and I still have that ache but it's mixed with such gratitude. Thinking of you today and praying that you feel your dad's love and God's love embracing you!
ReplyDeleteThey are! I know the ache fades a little over the years, but this first one is rough. In spite of that, I had a great day, and I know he love to know kind things people said to me today. Thank you for your kind words!
DeleteYour sunsets are breathtaking.
ReplyDeletePraying you find extra comfort today!!
ReplyDeleteBig hugs and prayers for you today ! I am going to do a random act of kindness in his memory today.
ReplyDeleteWow; those sunset colors are incredible! I am sure it has been an emotional time for you with remembering your dad's passing and all that transpired around that time. You are so very fortunate to have had such a wonderful father and so many wonderful memories with him.
ReplyDeleteSummer time sunsets are so beautiful! Great photos! Holding you in thought and prayer today!!
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