Today is the day, 24 years ago, that we lost my Mom...and the day, 30 years ago, that we lost my Dad's brother. I normally go through this day with baited breath, hoping our family will make it through unscathed. December 22nd has been a day of worries, and sad memories, and loss.
This December 22nd, one less person is sad. Today my Dad is hopefully with them! His cycle of sadness on December 22nd is over, and that is a nice thing.
Today, my burden of remembrance was made a little lighter too. The first thing my 10 year old said to me was, "We need to have fun today! It doesn't matter what we do, as long as you have fun, Mom." When I asked her why, she said, "Last night, I overheard Aunt Julie telling Uncle Tyler that today was the day your Mom died. So I want you to have a good day." I am acutely aware that my little sweethearts are my family now...and how can there not be joy in that, even on December 22nd?
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With my littlest...July 25, 2009
"And if I pave my streets with good times, will the mountain keep on giving?"
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With my littlest...July 25, 2009
About Pam
I'm a 36-year old wife, sister and mother of 3. I started this blog after I was diagnosed with Invasive Ductal Carcinoma on 2/18/08...Breast Cancer. It helped me immensely as I went through a year of diagnosis, surgeries, chemotherapy, and recovery.
It was a great place for me to connect with people and share my story. I hope you enjoy it.
It was a great place for me to connect with people and share my story. I hope you enjoy it.
3 comments:
What amazing people you're raising there in that Lucken house!!:-)
Oh my...I am balling my eyes out. Bless me heart! Emma is such a sweet girl! And you're a great mom.
Love,
Jen Gagan
What an amazing comment from your little Emma.
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