The trick, as I see it, is to keep all the facets polished and that begins with self-care. It is not Jeff or the kids, it is “Jules And” Jeff and the kids and .....
Aunt Phoebe is binary. You are multifaceted. Thanks for sharing your story. Yes, your actions create hope for all those who you touch through your actions, your words, your love❗️
Thank you, Julie, for this writing this morning. It sure helps to get through the hard times. One of my very best friends died yesterday and my heart hurts. Been shedding a lot of tears. Love you!!
Oh Faith, I'm so sorry to hear about your friend passing away. I wish I could give you a giant hug right now. I'm sending on through this message and lots of love. love you. xoxo
Thank you Julie! I tear up every time I think of her. I have a sympathy card that I am sending to her daughter tomorrow. I got teary eyed just writing the note. Thanks for the hug! Needed it ! <3
Her name was Linda Mack Bean. We were neighbors growing up (I was a little older). After high school we became better friends. She lived in NC with her daughter as she was not healthy.
Hi Julie! As I read just now, the juxtaposition of “sledding” with “library” delivered a jolt to my noggin. A well appreciated one of course. In the 13th century Rumi commented that we can hold two seemingly contradictory ideas or emotions in ourselves at once without being ill disposed. (Bats in the belfry...)
Or simply, you are juggling this dynamic with your best skill set possible. As a person, a wife, and a mother. And writer, runner, and ringleader!
Egads! Now I’m hearing part of the jingle for Looney Tunes productions, “On with the show this is it!” Fabuloso!
Hi Gary, Thank you so much for reading and your message. I did experience this so many times in this season...contradictory emotions. Looking back I'm glad I had tools and my faith to keep going.
Ahhh, Aunt Phoebe! She really needs to read the room, right, Julie?! Regardless of what she's telling you, you've absolutely got this. I'm really enjoying reading these excerpts from 'Ballbuster' - you have such a gift for exploring a really difficult subject with sensitivity and empathy and heart and love and eloquence. Thank you for sharing your family's story - I'm learning so much about life, health and humanity. Awesome job. 😊
Yes she does! :) Thank you so much for reading along and your encouragement, Rebecca. It means so much. You made my day...I'll keep going. Sending hugs to you.
Life can be messy
“Responsible”
Has many facets
The trick, as I see it, is to keep all the facets polished and that begins with self-care. It is not Jeff or the kids, it is “Jules And” Jeff and the kids and .....
Aunt Phoebe is binary. You are multifaceted. Thanks for sharing your story. Yes, your actions create hope for all those who you touch through your actions, your words, your love❗️
Good Morning, Clark! Thank you for your beautiful poem and response. I appreciate you reading along. Have a wonderful Wednesday. :)
You are writing what others also feel, but don't know how to say. That's precious.
Thank you for writing this Claudette. Thank you for reading along.
Thank you, Julie, for this writing this morning. It sure helps to get through the hard times. One of my very best friends died yesterday and my heart hurts. Been shedding a lot of tears. Love you!!
Oh Faith, I'm so sorry to read this. Sending love. xxx
Oh Faith, I'm so sorry to hear about your friend passing away. I wish I could give you a giant hug right now. I'm sending on through this message and lots of love. love you. xoxo
Thank you Julie! I tear up every time I think of her. I have a sympathy card that I am sending to her daughter tomorrow. I got teary eyed just writing the note. Thanks for the hug! Needed it ! <3
You're so welcome. Sending more hugs your way. She sounds like she was an amazing friend, what was her name?
Her name was Linda Mack Bean. We were neighbors growing up (I was a little older). After high school we became better friends. She lived in NC with her daughter as she was not healthy.
Good morning, Faith. I hope you were able to get some good sleep. Linda sounds like an amazing friend and mother. Sending you extra hugs today.
Reading your perspective as the spouse of a cancer patient fascinates me.
Thank you Julie for sharing so openly.
Thank you for reading, Gail. I appreciate you being here. I wonder if other spouses will relate.
I suspect some will!
Hi Julie! As I read just now, the juxtaposition of “sledding” with “library” delivered a jolt to my noggin. A well appreciated one of course. In the 13th century Rumi commented that we can hold two seemingly contradictory ideas or emotions in ourselves at once without being ill disposed. (Bats in the belfry...)
Or simply, you are juggling this dynamic with your best skill set possible. As a person, a wife, and a mother. And writer, runner, and ringleader!
Egads! Now I’m hearing part of the jingle for Looney Tunes productions, “On with the show this is it!” Fabuloso!
Hi Gary, Thank you so much for reading and your message. I did experience this so many times in this season...contradictory emotions. Looking back I'm glad I had tools and my faith to keep going.
Ahhh, Aunt Phoebe! She really needs to read the room, right, Julie?! Regardless of what she's telling you, you've absolutely got this. I'm really enjoying reading these excerpts from 'Ballbuster' - you have such a gift for exploring a really difficult subject with sensitivity and empathy and heart and love and eloquence. Thank you for sharing your family's story - I'm learning so much about life, health and humanity. Awesome job. 😊
Yes she does! :) Thank you so much for reading along and your encouragement, Rebecca. It means so much. You made my day...I'll keep going. Sending hugs to you.