My sweet David has moved forward to his great reward....and... I'm truly so happy for him!!! However, as I'm moving forward .... I'm missing the David without Alzheimer's and the David that I'd become accustomed to that had Alzheimer's.
Notice my new blog title....."Me, moving forward"...... I'm working on moving forward, but I know it will be a process.....and I'm actually doing well most of the time.
I'm remembering when my mother and brother died, each week there was a count down of thinking," this time last week". I'm going through this process in my mind right now. Today is 'four' weeks!! Time is such a mystery. It feels like it was yesterday and then..... it feels like so long ago that I saw him last.
I have so much to be thankful for....... family, friends, my church, my three faithful animal companions, a home ...... and most of all..... I know that God will always be here with me..... Wow! I am blessed!
I'm so thankful for the sweet pictures of David loving his children...... he was such a good dad!!
GOD IS GOOD!!
26 comments:
Oh I shall change the name on my blogroll to reflect your new status...if it will allow. Great name! I was just thinking about that "week ago" thing tonight when I thought how odd it would have seemed to have heard what's coming through on the radio and tv about NYC and NJ a week ago.
Much love to you...your gracious spirit always shines through.
I am so happy that you are moving forward. I kno EXACTLY what you mean when you say, "this time last week". I did that too. It gets to "this time last year" and so on. It is SO hard for me to believe that my Mom is gone 21 years!!!!!! I, too am blessed. It is so good to see you blogging. Have a good weekend. XO, Pinky
I wonder if it changes names all by itself on blogger.
Well I think what your doing is great - but I know you will be hurting at the same time.
We will be here for you.
sandie
I'm very familiar with the count down thing. I find myself doing it too and we just recently reached six months. It didn't seem possible. I'm kind of dreading the holidays this year.
I like the new blog title.
I can only imagine how strange...and sad it must feel to not have him there. I'm guessing it all doesn't feel quite real. I like your new title...as I know he would too. You are such an inspiration to me and to so many others! I love you Aunt D!!!! L~
I love your new blog title. Like all your steps along this journey, this step too is exactly the right thing at the right time.
I wish you the best of luck on your new journey.
Love
Gilda
Yes, Dolores, you ARE moving forward! I guess it's the next step. David is deliriously happy and I know you are happy for him. Praying for you as YOU go forward and see what new opportunities life has to offer you! You are such a sweet lady and I know that you will KEEP ON making a difference in the lives of those around you!
The verse the Lord has given me this week is Phil. 3:13.. forgetting what is behind and pressing forward ...! I was reading Loving God with all your Mind by Elizabeth George and she used this scripture and said that if we are stuck in the past (regarding guilt, unforgiveness,etc.) then we are not pressing forward and growing in Christ. I know this is a little different than what you are sharing but I thought the scripture would apply. We're all in God's school.. aren't we! Love to you dear lady!
Hi there! I was hoping you would do this ... and because you are you, it happened. We are always going to want to know what's going on in your life as you move forward. Great job, Dolores.
A very nice new title and a very positive one at that.
These are such sweet photos you have shared today. It is easy to see what a loving (and proud) father David was. In the 2nd photo I see such a resemblance between him and your son.
We learned so much from you on how to "move forward" while dealing with Alzheimer's. I suspect we will also learn a lot from you now in moving forward after Alzheimer's. Personally, I can't think of a better teacher.
Hugs,
Kim
I am so glad you are Moving Forward..a positive step. It must be so hard.
I just love seeing those pictures of David with the kids...looks like such a wonderful father.
Blessings to you!
I'm sure you are having sad times but moving forward with grace as you always are that way. I am thinking of you.
I like the new blog name and I love the pictures.
I am enjoying your pictures and I do like your Blog title.
============================
The paths becomes a wee bit easier when you can sit once in awhile and enjoy the lovely things. Memories of Good.In
pictures.
In quiet times like your doing.
The Lord brings calmness. He just knows when.
Hugs
Carol Ann
Looking forward to pictures of your "moving forward life" when you are ready to post them.
You are an amazing lady and your family is fortunate to have had you loving their dad and grandpa.
Hugs and prayers,
Carol
I am so happy that you are finding peace and enjoying all those beautiful pictures of David, especially with the kiddies. Those pictures are truly our memories printed out on paper.
I like the new title of your blog, so fitting as you move forward.
Thinking of you, dear friend.
Hello, I was blog hopping and came across your site.
My Mom died a year and a half ago from this mind robbing disease. I walked the journey beside her and do miss her terribly. Losing a loved on is so hard, especially watching them go so slowly.
I hate Alzheimer's but it did teach me to love and cherish my sweet Mom even more.
Blessing to you.
The new blog name is lovely! Yes, time is a mystery, it seems like just last week Daddy was fine, but then it also feels like so many, many years ago that he was okay. I thought that I heard his truck pull up in the yard the other day. Instinctively I ran to the door, it was just my imagination. Sadly Daddy will never be able to pull up in my driveway again.
You are so brave and positive, I admire that so much and strive for the same. Thank you Dolores!!!
Precious memories, Dolores. I am so glad you have them. I'll pray that you can move forward easily. Friends and family surrounding you will help a lot.Take care!...Christine
Thinking of your Miss D...with lots of love and prayers.
Love, Rebecca
LOVE the new header Dolores!! Good for You!
God definitely, is Good!
hughugs
There's a whole new world for you out there! Embrace it! You know David would want you to.
You are so lucky - you had the love of your life.
I love you, my adoptive mother!
barbara
Yes, indeed God is good, always. Happy to hear you are moving forward, painfully but still moving. I admire you for that so please keep on moving.
David is watching over you with his beautiful blue eyes and he wants you to be happy. He's sad that he had to leave you but still wants you to be happy. Hugs, Lu
Glad you are taking things day by day. Best wishes, Jenny
I love the new title of your blog. It's true that David has moved to a beautiful place.
God is good and there is no telling what beautiful gifts are just around the corner for you.
Have a beautiful day.
Karen
ah yes...moving forward. No regrets...just love in your heart. Take your time...thinking of you xoxo
Love your new title Dolores. A positive title for sure. A place where you can share the good and the bad. Thinking of you and hoping every day is "positive".
Post a Comment