Oh Sandra.. I can relate.. That roller coaster ride called grief is a hell of a ride.. And the mess.. messiness everywhere.. The quiet in the house is hard to take.. And yes this lockdown has been bloody horrible.. First time in my life I've been completely alone.. Look forward to a cuppa with you.. Take care 💗 xoxo
Hi Sandra, wow, that's an amazing letter to Doug. I have to confess that I did have a smile on my face in regards to the bear story. Laughter is a wonderful medicine and good for the soul. Like you I wish winter would go away, enough is enough, I have been cold, bored, depressed, sad, sun deprived and the garden looks very unloved and housework is just not happening. Covid lock down number 5 doesn't help either. I think this virus with all the restrictions and not being able to see family and friends is the crux of our problems. I just want to see someone, have a coffee or two, eat food that I didn't have to prepare, cook and do dishes and have the touch or a hug from someone. Is that weird or not? Yes, I have a new puppy to help fill my life and days with happiness and love, she certainly is hard work or maybe it's just that I am getting older and slower. I now am enjoying early mornings and seeing the sun rise, Violet doesn't like to sleep in even if it is minus two degrees outside. I go to bed earlier from exhaustion and listen to two lots of snoring, Tony and now Violet, it's like a dripping tap. I have heard from other people how wonderful the staff are at end of life, it takes a special person to work in this field and it gives me comfort to hear you talk about them with kindness in your heart for them. I am not ready to knock on this door yet or to meet these wonderful people, but I am sure that they gave Doug the best care and attention. I know it's still sad for you, six months is not long but probably seems like an eternity for you, and it's very early days for you in regards to moving on and each day becoming a little less difficult for you. You are an incredibly strong, kind, loving, lady and certainly entitled to get pissed off with the worms and bird shit!!! Only one more month of winter then we can whinge about how hot it is ha ha ha!! Chin up and go forth young lady, you're doing an awesome job at life ❤ Trish
Trish, I think you are amazing! You seem able to find humour in the most trying of times. My Doug was very much like that. Lockdown number 5 has proven quite challenging for so many. It's so bizarre that at a time when we need our loved ones (and extended support networks) the most is the time we can't have them near. I'm so pleased Violet is providing distraction and comedy relief, despite the inconsiderate snoring. ;-)
Crossing my fingers that spring brings us the whether we are hoping for.
Those palliative and oncology teams are definitely a breed on their own and I am very proud to say I have made one of them, she is an angel and it brings me such comfort to know she helps patients/families facing such trauma. I can’t believe it will be six months already where has that time gone. I love the “lift your game sunshine” comment, you two were so bloody cute x
Could your girl have chosen a more appropriate career for her gorgeous nature and kind heart! I think not. Her compassion would be long appreciated by the families she's touched.
Doug had better not bring me anymore bears in my sleep Shellie! No flowers for him for a while ;-)
Oh Sandra.. I can relate.. That roller coaster ride called grief is a hell of a ride.. And the mess.. messiness everywhere.. The quiet in the house is hard to take.. And yes this lockdown has been bloody horrible.. First time in my life I've been completely alone.. Look forward to a cuppa with you.. Take care 💗 xoxo
It’s a hell of a ride alright! I think of you every day. Been kind to you and I hope to be able to catch up soon too. Love 💜 xoxo
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Hi Sandra, wow, that's an amazing letter to Doug. I have to confess that I did have a smile on my face in regards to the bear story. Laughter is a wonderful medicine and good for the soul. Like you I wish winter would go away, enough is enough, I have been cold, bored, depressed, sad, sun deprived and the garden looks very unloved and housework is just not happening. Covid lock down number 5 doesn't help either. I think this virus with all the restrictions and not being able to see family and friends is the crux of our problems. I just want to see someone, have a coffee or two, eat food that I didn't have to prepare, cook and do dishes and have the touch or a hug from someone. Is that weird or not? Yes, I have a new puppy to help fill my life and days with happiness and love, she certainly is hard work or maybe it's just that I am getting older and slower. I now am enjoying early mornings and seeing the sun rise, Violet doesn't like to sleep in even if it is minus two degrees outside. I go to bed earlier from exhaustion and listen to two lots of snoring, Tony and now Violet, it's like a dripping tap. I have heard from other people how wonderful the staff are at end of life, it takes a special person to work in this field and it gives me comfort to hear you talk about them with kindness in your heart for them. I am not ready to knock on this door yet or to meet these wonderful people, but I am sure that they gave Doug the best care and attention. I know it's still sad for you, six months is not long but probably seems like an eternity for you, and it's very early days for you in regards to moving on and each day becoming a little less difficult for you. You are an incredibly strong, kind, loving, lady and certainly entitled to get pissed off with the worms and bird shit!!! Only one more month of winter then we can whinge about how hot it is ha ha ha!! Chin up and go forth young lady, you're doing an awesome job at life ❤ Trish
Trish, I think you are amazing! You seem able to find humour in the most trying of times. My Doug was very much like that. Lockdown number 5 has proven quite challenging for so many. It's so bizarre that at a time when we need our loved ones (and extended support networks) the most is the time we can't have them near. I'm so pleased Violet is providing distraction and comedy relief, despite the inconsiderate snoring. ;-)
Crossing my fingers that spring brings us the whether we are hoping for.
Love Sandra. Xx Xx Xx
You are one hell of a lady... i was picturing your bear hug.... and the lions eyes.....
And i can relate to mess... especially the garden.. too darn cold to get out there... please keep being you.... 💕💕
Hello there lovely Eileen!
Hasn't the wind been cold and relentless around here too? Over it!
Thanks for being here and leaving your kind words for me. :-)
Love Sandra Xx
Those palliative and oncology teams are definitely a breed on their own and I am very proud to say I have made one of them, she is an angel and it brings me such comfort to know she helps patients/families facing such trauma. I can’t believe it will be six months already where has that time gone. I love the “lift your game sunshine” comment, you two were so bloody cute x
Hey there lovely Shellie!
Could your girl have chosen a more appropriate career for her gorgeous nature and kind heart! I think not. Her compassion would be long appreciated by the families she's touched.
Doug had better not bring me anymore bears in my sleep Shellie! No flowers for him for a while ;-)
Love Sandra. Xx