Thank you to all for the kind words of condolences and for your prayers. My heart is truly breaking for my husband and his mother! We made the funeral arrangements yesterday…so difficult to plan two funerals. My mother in la is holding up as well as can be expected. Today is her 93rd birthday (most times she seems 10 to 15 years younger) so we are taking her to lunch for a bit of celebration. Later this month would have been my in laws 70th wedding anniversary…..such an inspiration they have always been.
There will be many rough days ahead for the entire family. My brother in law’s service will be on Monday afternoon followed by my father in law’s service on Tuesday afternoon. They will both be buried at Tahoma National Cemetery on Wednesday. My Father in law was a proud member of the Army Air Corp (predecessor to the current Air Force) and my brother in law was in the Navy.
My husband insists that I go ahead and go to CHA, though I will be returning earlier than originally planned. I will be returning early on Monday morning. I may not get to do as much streaming from the show floor as planned but we will try. Trying to stay to schedule as best we can helps to get through the days. I hope to be back to Ustreaming on Friday the 16th. I know you all will tell me to take my time, but I need to keep my business afloat in spite of these things. I am trying to keep my kids on their schedules so I will show them by example. It truly does help.
In all of this I realize even more than before the importance of preserving our memories. Sunday night I found my husband cross legged on the floor of the family room of his childhood home pouring through photo albums. I think it was a great comfort to him. In this day and age of digital photo’s, they can’t replace the printed photos of something tangible to touch, feel, and remember….
Thank goodness of Leilani. She has stepped up above an beyond to help not only with shipping but cleaning my kitchen and making sure everyone has lunch and dinner. We have kit shipments up to date and have just a few NYE prizes left to ship before we leave. I was also able to put up a few more mystery boxes. They are packed and ready to go so they can ship before we leave.
The Memory Filio will be going up within the next few days. It will be the next project after we finish the Snowman’s house and and Set Sail. I is a larger album that cane either an organizer or an album. It can be create as a bound album or as individual folio’s that can be stored in a storage container. It would be perfect as a Baby’s First Year Album or as a School Years album as well. I hope to have a sneak peek before I leave on Friday.
Once again, I thank each and every one of you for your thoughts and prayers. They all mean so much. I also appreciate your patience as I attempt to get a few things done and not get further behind….
Laura
Laura, you are so strong and such an awesome mom! You seem to always put the needs of others before your own. But make sure to take good care of YOU through all of this! Know that you are loved and appreciated by so many who have never met you due to your warm, generous spirit. I am proud to call you my friend! Stay strong and be well!
Linda
I’m so sorry to hear of your losses. My deepest sympathies and prayers to you and your family.
Hi Laura,
My heart and prayers are with you and your family. You have to take care of you also.
I know that it is hard when you feel like the world needs you but You are important also.
Be there for your hubby and family without worrying about anyone else.
This time is needed to heal and grieve. Take that time and honor your feelings.
We are here for you and are not going any where. Blessings to you and your family.
Hugs and love,
cheryl
I understand the need and desire to keep moving forward..it is important for one’s sanity, as well. Just remember to take the time you need. Thoughts and prayers.
Laura, I cannot imagine what it must be like for your husband and your mother-in-law. My mother-in-law lost her father and her husband in the same month and almost lost it, so your MIL is definitely a keeper! Give her a hug and revel in her strength! Strong women are such an inspiration! Mary
My deepest sympathy for your entire family!
Laura, my prayers are with you and your family. Your Mother-in-law is upper most in my prayers, bless her heart having to say goodbye to her husband of nearly 70 years and her son. Celebrate her birthday. She is going to need some good memories to help carry her through the weeks and months to come.
Above all take care of yourself and your children. Children may act like they aren’t affected, but they are in a way that we can’t comprehend. Many prayers, and hugs are sent your way.
Saying goodbye to those we love is one of life’s hardest tasks. Your family has been doubly burdened with the loss of your brother-in-law and father-in-law so close together. A year and three months ago I lost my husband. The only thing that has kept me halfway sane is keeping busy. Your hubby is right to want you to attend CHA and your kids will help keep him busy, too. Perhaps he and his mom can do a project together with the family photos–something like cataloging them so everyone knows who all those folks are in years to come. My husband ended up with boxes of family photos, most he didn’t know, after his mom’s death. Now there is no one old enough left in the family to ask. My condolences to all of you. Sending cyberhugs.
Laura, I am saddened to hear of your current family losses. My prayers are with all of you.
My Deepest Sympathy for you and your entire Family……
Laura,
I send my prayers and sympathies to you and your family. You are a strong lady and with your help and support the family will get through this difficult time. Try and enjoy yourself at CHA. It will be a good diversion for you.
Sherry
Hugs and prayers to you and your family during this difficult time. Will keep you all in our prayers.
I am so very saddened to hear of all your family’s losses in such a short period of time. It happened to my family not long ago. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. The memories always remain in our hearts. Peace and blessings to all of you.
Hugs and prayers for you and your whole family for the next step in placing your loved ones in their resting place….
yes you’ll have a few rough days ahead of you…..I’ll be praying for the family daily…
Hugs and prayers for you and your whole family for the next step in placing your loved ones in their resting place is so hard to do….
yes, you’ll have a few rough days ahead of you…..I’ll be praying for the family daily…
Thinking of you and your family at this especially difficult time. Try to do a wee bit for you as you juggle family things with all of the “right now” things and keeping your business going. I know it is hard. May it help to know that there are a lot of people thinking of you and willing to reach out and help how ever they can. even with just thoughts and prayers and patience…. A burden shared is a wee bit lighter…
Laura, you are such a trouper!!!!!! I really do not know how you do it all, and with such grace. Take the time you need to make sure that your family is taken care of, and that you make sure to take care of your self and your needs as well. I know how hard this must be on your hubby and his mother right now so still sending hugs and prayers. Also please convey a warm Birthday Hug to your sweet Mom. 93 years, now that is quit an accomplishment in it self.
Hugs,
Marcie
Heart and prayers go out to you and the family. But, most of all your dear Mother in Law. Such a painful event to lose both a child and husband so close together. It seems a little different than if they had both been in a horrible accident and went at the same time even thought I know that wouldn’t have made it easier. Her husband she was somewhat preparing for, her child, I’m sure was a terrible blow.
Prayers that our Father can restore peace to your hearts.
Deepest condolences to you and your family! Words are all we can share but may God give comfort to you all and help all to appreciate each other more!
Laura and your Entire Family, My Deepest Sympathy on your Losses. You are in my Prayers.
Sending Love and Hugs, “DoriG”
Words fall short of expressing my sorrow for your loss and can’t imagine the sadness you must feel. My payer go out to you and your family. May peace and comfort find you during this difficult time.
KtyL
My prayers are with you and your family as you travel this journey. The sting of death is never easy; expected or not. Praying all goes well as you celebrate the life of your loved ones. Wanda
Dear Laura, I am so sorry to here about your family’s loss. My prayers go out to you and your family.
Remember as long as you keep your love ones in your heart, they will always be with you. May God
Bless you, your husband and mother -in- law.
Hi Laura. I just found that you are in great sadness you and your family. I usually don’t comment but I wanted to show my support.
Don’t worry about CHA, even if you show only a few booth next to each other and not the whole floor, we will be happy anyway.
Sorry to hear of this compound loss that has so deeply affected you and your family. I so appreciate how you dare to share with us – you give us all a great model for simply being human in a remarkable way. Sending thoughts and prayers your way.
Dear Laura, I am so sorry to here about your family’s loss. My prayers go out to you and your family.
Big hug for you and all your family
God bless you
Nedith