Busy ~ that is what I am right now. Filling Love Rock kit orders, working on resources for teachers to incorporate Love Rocks into their classrooms, figuring out the next steps in self-publishing a children’s book about Love Rocks and always working on funding and designing a beautiful park in honor of my girls ~ very busy!
This morning I was looking for something in a set of drawers I usually avoid. They are painful to go through and I know that if I start I won’t be able to stop.
I told myself it would be quick.
10-10-13
1. Everyone has done fun things with their friends. Think about some fun things that you have done with your friends. Tell a story about something fun you did with your friend.
Those were her instructions. Below was crafted a beautiful story, in 1st grade writing, about her best friend and how they love to swing at recess.
10-17-13
Count and record how many corners and sides each shape has.
I have a feeling she was going to take after her mom with her math skills. We both don’t like numbers very much.
There are stacks of papers from her years at pre-school, kindergarten and her first couple months of 1st grade. These papers, drawings and basically anything she wrote her name on are treasures to me. Treasures that unlock a sadness that I often try to avoid. It’s a sadness that consumes me.
As I stood in front of the dresser the tears started. I miss my girls so much and I want so badly to be prepping them for their first day of 2nd and 7th grade.
Busy ~ I’m busy so that I can manage the pain in my heart.
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Good morning Susan, on my way to work I listened to this Poet who lost his son and his grieving process. All I could think was that I needed to share this with you. I’m still making Mini Fairy Gardens with Love Rocks in them and giving them as gifts. It’s my way of spreading the love. Namaste
http://www.npr.org/2014/09/05/345796530/a-poet-on-losing-his-son-before-you-heal-you-have-to-mourn
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I love you Susan.
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Susan , I can’t imagine the pain that you and Tom feel daily. I want you to know that you have been a tower of strength not only to yourself and family but to so many others . How wonderful that you have her papers and stories to cherish! Sending aloha your way 🙂
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Just thinking about you. May these memories keep you strong
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Oh Susan, this just makes my heart hurt for you, sending hugs and praying for comfort!
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Psalm 34:18 (NIV)
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted
and saves those who are crushed in spirit.
❤ ❤ praying for you.
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My heart hurts for you! My thoughts and prayers continue to be with you! You are doing amazing!💗💗💗
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Love that your family is under a rainbow in her drawing.
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Me too
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My heart aches so much for you and Tom. I am glad that you have found a way to be ‘busy’ in a way that helps you get through each day. Love, Hugs and Prayers…………..Always!
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