Thanks for your courage and honesty. I know of no one that was born with the instruction manual to have such conversations. Rather, the development of emotional intelligence allows one to “hear” with an open heart, to be open to growing more trusting (of others and ourselves), and the ability to live more in the here and now and respond to present moment challenges. Wishing you and all your family the very best!
Thank you Gary for reading and your generous reply. The conversations with the children was really the toughest part for me, I would rehearse and rehearse, ruminate of what to share and what not to share. I didn't want them to carry more than they needed for their age. Looking back it went exactly how it was meant to and I do hope it affects them in a positive way moving forward...(post-traumatic growth.)
yes...it seems to be our place now to talk about everything...the hard and easy things of life. Thank you Amie for reading and I received your letter in the mail yesterday! OH! I can't wait to make those pancakes this weekend. :)
What a moving piece Julie. Thank you for sharing your story. I am so glad I am running the Boston Half Marathon for the Dana Farber Cancer Center, not only for my friend Teresa who passed away last year, but also for anyone in my circle of friends that has to deal with the "C" word. XO Tracy
Thank you so much Tracy and I'm thrilled to know you're running The Boston Half Marathon for the Dana Farber Cancer Center! How are your funding raising efforts going? Thank you. What a wonderful friend you are to run in memory of Teresa.xox sending you hugs.
Julie -- This is my first taste of prose from your fingertips. Your are a very engaging writer/storyteller. Thank you for inviting us into your family's experience so that we might learn and grow. ❤️
You are doing a great job as a mom and I am sure Jeff is a great dad too! Lucky kids! Not everyone has this blessing. Can't wait to read your book! Love you all and keeping you all in prayers!!
Thanks for your courage and honesty. I know of no one that was born with the instruction manual to have such conversations. Rather, the development of emotional intelligence allows one to “hear” with an open heart, to be open to growing more trusting (of others and ourselves), and the ability to live more in the here and now and respond to present moment challenges. Wishing you and all your family the very best!
Thank you Gary for reading and your generous reply. The conversations with the children was really the toughest part for me, I would rehearse and rehearse, ruminate of what to share and what not to share. I didn't want them to carry more than they needed for their age. Looking back it went exactly how it was meant to and I do hope it affects them in a positive way moving forward...(post-traumatic growth.)
Wise beyond your years
Jules your E.Q. is quite high
Leading with Mom’s love...
You made my day, Clark! What a wonderful thing to say. I'm grateful for your kindness.
Also love your Haiku...❗️
Thank you :) I was happy to add that one in.
Oh, Julie. I'm gripped, gripped, gripped by this story. Thank you so much for sharing it with us. 🍎
Thank you so much for reading Rebecca. It's been healing writing it out.
That's wonderful to hear! 😊
Kitchen table conversations...
yes...it seems to be our place now to talk about everything...the hard and easy things of life. Thank you Amie for reading and I received your letter in the mail yesterday! OH! I can't wait to make those pancakes this weekend. :)
Julie, tears swelled up in my eyes reading this. I am so proud to be connected to you through your blogs. An epitome of courage indeed!
Oh Khushi, you're so kind and I too am so happy we are connected with our writing. Thank you.
What a moving piece Julie. Thank you for sharing your story. I am so glad I am running the Boston Half Marathon for the Dana Farber Cancer Center, not only for my friend Teresa who passed away last year, but also for anyone in my circle of friends that has to deal with the "C" word. XO Tracy
Thank you so much Tracy and I'm thrilled to know you're running The Boston Half Marathon for the Dana Farber Cancer Center! How are your funding raising efforts going? Thank you. What a wonderful friend you are to run in memory of Teresa.xox sending you hugs.
Julie -- This is my first taste of prose from your fingertips. Your are a very engaging writer/storyteller. Thank you for inviting us into your family's experience so that we might learn and grow. ❤️
Thank you so much for this encouragement and kindness, Gail. It means a lot.
You are doing a great job as a mom and I am sure Jeff is a great dad too! Lucky kids! Not everyone has this blessing. Can't wait to read your book! Love you all and keeping you all in prayers!!
Love you Faith! Yes Jeff is a wonderful, fun, and caring Dad. Thank you so much. Love you and I will continue to keep you in my prayers.
Being honest with your children is the right choice! They are so blessed with great parents.
Thank you Claudette. xox