We all knew this Christmas would be different. Each time we do something that he should have been here for makes it more real. It hurts more. My sister has been going to a grief group for a few months now. (I can’t believe it’s been four and a half months.) The minister who leadsContinue reading “Unexpected Service”
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Another Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving has always been my second favorite holiday. Even the weird ones were memorable. Including this one. It’s been a little over three months since my brother-in-law passed suddenly. This is our first holiday season without him. My sister’s first holiday season without the person who made it so joyful for her. So we cameContinue reading “Another Thanksgiving”
Traditions
Thanksgiving was always the same every year. Magical. I didn’t even realize how magical until those years were long gone. I remember the bustle of getting ready. All of us getting dressed up and looking nice. I was the kind of kid who loved dressing up, so any opportunity to wear a pretty dress, shoesContinue reading “Traditions”
The Accidental Domestic Goddess 