Loss

The pain of losing a loved one is deep and constant.
Rejoice in their memory;
Remember the times they made you laugh or touched your soul.
Find comfort in their peace and celebrate their life.
The pain will linger, but so will the love.

Observation:

Though it can often come with headache and heartache; time with my family is priceless!

Christmas Without Gram

Accepting loss is never easy,
This was my first Christmas without Gram.
I missed hearing her voice say, "Merry Christmas."
The way she would remind me of all our blessings.
The smell of the savory holiday fixings.
I yearned for her long embrace.
It was a joyous day of celebration, but there was a huge hole in my heart.
I no longer have Gram her on earth,
If Christmas has taught me anything, it's to Believe in the spirit-
And I do.
Merry Christmas Gram,
I love you.

Dear Hallmark...

Nothing reminds me of how grateful I am to have a wonderful person to share my life with, than a commercialized holiday that states: If you really love someone you should buy them expensive gifts, shower them with flowers and get fat eating chocolate!

Now if you'll excuse me, I've got some errands to run!