K and Kids

I am so very, very sorry.

Uh Oh, Baby Girl on the Go! Boy is this a fun time and exciting. As for the applesauce ... Tiggers didn't like 'babyfood' as a whole in my house. They put up with the introducing of foods for allergy detection sake and then we just started 'mushing' appropriate big people food. Do you have some good "I'm-not-sure-I-like-this" photos yet? Have fun!

Oh Karen, This is so heart breaking to think about. Beth's passing away and her family and the tough road ahead. She has been on my mind so much. Both Beth and your David really have tugged at my heart. Maybe because both of them being close to my age and especially imagining even a little of what you must have had to go through having a young one at home. You are always in my prayers as is Beth's family. Take care Love to you and Faith, Karen

This is heart breaking news. My deepest sympathy to Kurt and Beth's precious children. I am so sorry ... I can't think of anything else to say. Beth sure fought hard and stayed so brave.

I am so sad to hear that Dean has made this final journey but I know in my heart that he is free from pain. May his little bird friend continue to sing in his honor. Lots of love and prayers to Gay.

I have been keeping Dean and Gay in my prayers and will continue to do so.

Just letting you know that you are always in my thoughts and prayers Beth.

Addie, I am sending all the good vibes and prayers that I can muster. Hang in there.

Sending Dean and Gay a big hug.

Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers, Beth.

Happy Birthday from all of us here too.

I am so sorry for your loss. Cathy is one of those people on this board who's spirit shone so brightly through her posts. May comfort surround you and your family.

Val, I am so sorry to hear this news. I'm sure your mom will be missed terribly but she is at peace which much be a relief. Hold that precious baby close and know that there are thoughts and prayers coming your way. With all my love Karen

Billie, I am sorry to hear that you are having to deal with all of this ... especially the wrestling of lower dose morphine issues. I hope that your dad can be kept comfortable in what ever way that means for him. You certainly come across as caring for him deeply and only wanting the best for him at this stage of his life. I'm sure he feels that too. Thinking of you.

I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that your are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sending prayers for Dean for a fast recovery.

I can't think of anything else to say except "You are amazing!"

Karen, My thoughts and prayers are with you and Faith. I can't imagine what you must be going through but you are sure making Dave proud. With all my love and prayers for comfort and strength as you move through the next days and weeks.

Sending you and Faith tons of love and prayers for strength.

Becky, My heart goes out to you. I am so sorry for your loss. with all my love and sympathy, Karen

This is heartbreaking news. I can't find the words right now. In my head I know that David is pain free and at peace but my heart is stuggling with the loss that Karen and Faith and their families are dealing with. I'm sending a big hug to you Karen ... I certainly wish there was more I could do. I'm so sorry. Becky, your words about David joining the ranks as a trumpet player in heaven leave me with a great visual. There is know doubt about the mountains of love that surround this great brother of yours. Sending hugs to you too.

I have been dropping by to read and keep up with the news on this board but I have not posted much. Never the less I continue to keep you all in my thoughts and prayers especially, David and Karen, Beth, Dean, Carleen and many more. Please know that you are never far from my thoughts and I wish you strength and lots of love. Now for the update. My Mom, Paddy, is nearing the day when she will be flying here to MI to move. The moving company came and packed and left yesterday so that is one MAJOR thing done. Needless to say this has been an unbelievable stress on Mom. I remember doing this a couple years ago when Jeff and I moved but at least I had him to vent to and help in some way. Mom has been handling this on her own for the most part and while I have been able to take care of some of the things on this end, it is a helpless feeling not being able to BE THERE. So, now we are hoping for a smooth couple days and Mom is just wanting to get to the airport and on the plane without any hitches. She has the dog to handle and luggage and this is making her nervous. It will be a relief just to get here. We are so excited to have her coming. The kids are very happy and Scott says he will be able to give Grandma lots of love. It is funny but he has been talking about his Grandpa a great deal lately and doing things that my Dad would find so funny. Mom sent Dad's ashes on ahead so I have them here now and although I focus more on Dad's spirit being with us, maybe he is showing us that he is here and feeling at home. Scott is doing and saying things that reflect so many of my dad's interests. I have not talked in detail to Scott about any of these things but he is picking it up somewhere. Last night I showed him the last book that my dad wrote and the little man was so tickled. He seemed to GET the idea that this is pretty special. It is very cool and my dad is probably having a good laugh over all of the latest actions and comment from his little grandson ... not to mention how I am dealing with all of this. Maia dance recital is this Saturday and Mom flies in early Friday morning so the timing is perfect. Maia is very pleased that her Grandma is able to come and see her dance. It is a special time. Grandpa would have loved to see his little grandaughter in her recital but we do have the memory of him watching her practice her ballet for him when they were last here. It is a special memory for all of us and Maia's ballet teacher really enjoyed being able to make that happen. At one point she turned Maia towards Grandpa and she did her Grand Reverance(sp?)(her final bow) for him. Those are the memories that make me tear up. Thinking of the coming events in my children's lives and Dad missing them is one of the things that is sad too. I know he is there in spirit but it is just not the same some how. Anyway, that is the news for now. I am sure that Mom will check in once she is settled here. If you can send prayers for a safe and uneventful journey for Mom, we would appreciate that. Lots of love to you all.

As always, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you know how much your posts calm and delight (the description of your bobble head bird paints such a beautiful picture)a persons soul. Thank you and God Bless. My words do not come easily like yours do ... I appologize.

Praying hard and sending big hugs to you all. I wish there was more to say during this time. Will keep the positive thoughts coming.

What a wonderful and gracious lady. My thoughts are with Betty's family and friends as they grieve. She sure made a wonderful angel here on earth. What a treasure.