Life Goes On

Not to be such a downer in my posts of late but I have spoke with several folks in the past couple of days regarding "The Passing of Loved Ones" Most of you who have read my blog know that death is no stranger to the farm but you might not have known that it was because of the passing of my husband that this farm came into being.  In fact on Feb 15th, 1996 my husband collapsed and four days later he finished his path here on earth and started a new journey where I could not go.  Over the years my sons and I have dealt with different types of mourning and remembrances of this week.  My sons are skiing this weekend celebrating their fathers love of skiing and blowing out the cobwebs of their lives.   I on the other hand sat with a dear goat friend and shared the last day with her on her way out. While having her head in my lap I spoke softly of all the lessons I have learned over the years about myself and the bumps in my journey.   I have sat with many a human family members and friends in their last hours and count my blessings that I was able to be there for them.  Through all this pain, sorrow, loss and memories I know that I am the person I was meant to be today. 

So while our journey is never without pain and sorrow please be kind to yourself and realize your are not alone in your tears.  I will be there if you need me.  Warning - I might have fine flakes of hay attached to me but I will understand your journey. I also wish to THANK all of those who send such love and kindness to me - most of which have never laid eyes on me and trust me right now that is a good thing - long work days, lack of sleep on baby watch and puffy tear filled eyes would frighten a ghost.  Good thing I don't know how to use the computers video thing...

Tonight I will give thanks for all the events that have brought me to this night - make popcorn and watch Downton Abbey while setting the alarm clock for my two hour puffy butt checks - LIFE GOES ON and I always try to make the most of the day I have because no one knows if they have tomorrow.