Well, its that time of the year when mom and dad leave Mi. and go to to their winter home in Fla. My dad loved his time in Fla. When they would come home to Mi. in the spring, he would count down the days until they went back.
My husband and I will drive her down, spend a couple days there and then fly back home. Mom has such a wonderful circle of friends there, actually her three closest friends have all become widowed all within the past 3 years. They have been calling her to let her know that they are there for her and they will all get through this together. My dad was so loved by these people. I just read a posting from Becky that said something to the effect to treasure our friends because they chose to be our friends they weren't born into our lives. That holds so true to these wonderful people my mom has in Fla. We weren't sure if mom would go back without dad, we all know it's going to be the best for her. My dad would be so pleased to know she is going back.
On another note I am so nervous to do this. I am not exactly sure what going to happen when I see all their friends and walk into his home without him there. Its really hard for me to be at their house here in Mi. I am not at that point when I think of dad I smile, I wish I was but I cant seem to get there, I still cry and feel sad.
We are leaving a week from today. Hopefully, it won't be as emotional as I am anticipating it to be. Hugs to all of you.