ginnyde Posted August 17, 2008 Share Posted August 17, 2008 Impossible - it can't be four years. But it is at 4:30 a.m. on 8/18/08. To borrow Pat's expression, I still miss him like fire. I am fortunate to have a great family and a bunch of wonderful friends, a job that pays enough to allow me to indulge in my toys and my good health. So life is good - BUT - there is a huge hole in my heart. How often I can't wait to tell him something. How often I ache for his arms around me. But my life is good. 4 years - do you believe it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patti B Posted August 17, 2008 Share Posted August 17, 2008 ((((((((((((((Ginny))))))))))))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick C Posted August 17, 2008 Share Posted August 17, 2008 I very much undersstand the "life is good but..." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted August 17, 2008 Share Posted August 17, 2008 It doesn't seem like 4 years. Although for you it must feel like yesterday and 100 years ago all at the same time. Wow, four years! May this day pass softly for you. I know you have wonderful and joyful memories that will get you through today. God Bless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted August 17, 2008 Share Posted August 17, 2008 (((Ginny))) I remember when you lost your beloved Earl. I hadn't been here long and I was so touched by the love you had for him and I really hurt for you. How can that have been 4 years ago? God Bless you Ginny. Glad you are doing well. The Duke will always live in your heart. Love, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowflake Posted August 17, 2008 Share Posted August 17, 2008 Wow, four years since that last chapter.... Be kind to yourself, Ginny. xxoo Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnmynatt Posted August 17, 2008 Share Posted August 17, 2008 (((((Ginny))))) I know about the big hole and missing him like fire. I can't believe it's been 4 years. Take care and do something special in his memory. Take care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teriw Posted August 17, 2008 Share Posted August 17, 2008 ((((Ginny))))) Thinking of you ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted August 17, 2008 Share Posted August 17, 2008 ((((((((Ginny))))))) I so know how you feel and wish I was there to give you a big hug!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsC1210 Posted August 17, 2008 Share Posted August 17, 2008 ((((Ginny)))) Thinking of you... Warmly Christine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newbride Posted August 18, 2008 Share Posted August 18, 2008 Hi Ginny, It always amazes me how fast time flies and the older we get the quicker it moves! It has been five years since Mike passed away. It seems like a lifetime ago...and yet, just yesterday. When I think about him being gone, it seems surreal. It is then when I feel like there is something missing. When I focus on the future, I can make it through life with a smile on my face. The very hardest part of losing your mate is you lose a very real part of yourself. I have chosen to just focus on what I have, not what I've lost. Looking back is just too painful. Hope you survived the day surrounded by friends and loved ones. (((((((((Ginny)))))))))) Hugs to you. Shannon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JB Posted August 18, 2008 Share Posted August 18, 2008 Hang in there Ginny...I know it's not the same but we all love you...Thank you for always being here for us...You are such a strong woman and an inspiration to us all. We'll say some extra prayers for you today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted August 18, 2008 Share Posted August 18, 2008 Been thinking of you all day today, Ginny. Hope it brings many happy memories to help you through. Know that many of us are here for you always. Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharonjo Posted August 18, 2008 Share Posted August 18, 2008 God Bless you Ginny. I'm thinking about you. Love, Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted August 18, 2008 Share Posted August 18, 2008 I can't believe it's been four years. I sometimes think of all the women I've known that lost their husbands and I wonder how they came through it. I think well they did it and they're ok...I can do this too. When I lost John I thought of all your posts about keeping busy and active. You were such a help to me and I appreciated you calling me. I look at you and I hope to get to that life is good part (but) someday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted August 18, 2008 Share Posted August 18, 2008 I knew the date, Ginny, I came back to remind you that I love you and I care. I am glad that your life, today, is good. I so understand that even though it is good, it is truly missing a very important part. Many hugs Pat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted August 19, 2008 Author Share Posted August 19, 2008 It is 9:00 p.m. EDT, so the day is almost over. I golfed 18 holes this morning - ok it was ugly. Went to lunch with my golf friends and then went up to my son's house for dinner with him and 2 of his children. His wife and other 2 children are down at their house on Long Beach Island NJ. My daughter called. So as you can see I continue this journey staying very busy and surrounded by people care about and who make me laugh. My friends here understand this lousy journey through and after this disease better than anyone. It is your posts that I cherish and I feel a kinship with you all. I wish you all lived close so you could all attend our wonderful DelVal lunch this Sept. My heart goes out to all who are fighting and surviving this disease with courage and hope. This message board offers a strong step in getting our message out. We need more money and more publicity and more money and more money, oh did I say more money to get the scientists and drug companies to find a solution. So the day is almost over, the team of Walsh and May-Treanor are winning the beach volleyball and I am very lucky to have such wonderful cyber friends. Thank you for your expressions of support. P.S. Did I tell you that I look the same in a bikini as those beach volleyball women, ha. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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