Happenings and a Little Break
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Lots of things happening lately that have dragged me away from my beloved blogging world…
A loss
DH and I spent last weekend in a town a few hours away visiting my father-in-law who was in hospital. He has had many health issues over the years, so we were kind of used to him going in and out of hospital.
On Monday he went back to the care facility in his home town, and we were preparing to head up there for the weekend to spend some more time with him.
This morning we got a message that he had passed away. He was going to turn 89 later this month.
So it will be off to another funeral soon… and that will be both of DH’s parents gone.
It’s an interesting thing when you get to the age where your parents are passing away. We lost DH’s mother and my foster mother last year. It does make you think about your own mortality – at least it has had me thinking 🙂
It was one of the main catalysts of starting the Organize Your Home Challenge at the beginning of this year. I don’t want to leave a huge mess for my kids to have to sort out.
But in all of this, it also has made me thankful for the time we had with our loved ones now gone.
I’m thankful that we were able to spend the weekend with my DFIL, and have a few chuckles with him… he is now without pain.
A funny kitty
And now for some light heartedness… we lit the wood heater this week for the first time this year… our new windows have really made a difference with keeping the cold out, it’s been great!
Loki loves the heater… while I have been crocheting, he comes and sits close by…
This morning I woke up to find him sitting on the little mat from his tent:
I thought someone had moved it there for him, but turns out he did it all by himself… what a clever little boy he is!
Just don’t want him to drag it any closer in case it catches on fire!!!
A Little Break
I am going to be absent from blogland for a little while, other than our regular SAL posts and next Wednesday I will put up the One Gift A Month challenge.
Monday This and That will be on hold for a while since I don’t even have time at the moment to visit the lovely bloggers who share their links, and that’s not good…
Hope you are all well… hold your loved ones tight…
I am so sorry for your loss. I am also in the process of getting my things ready for my son to deal with. This year, I decided to take one room at a time. I will check back with you about mid-way and we will see how we’re doing. Your cat is too cute. He seems to be mesmerized by that fire.
I’m sorry for your loss and pray that the pain dulls soon though from experience I know that you’ll never completely stop missing him. I, too, have been working at thinning out the stuff my kids will have to deal with, even to the point of getting rid of some books (gasp!). I hope your break from blogging is refreshing. I’m kinda doing that too.
So sorry for your loss.
My deepest sympathies on the loss of your father-in-law. My prayers are with you and your family. Take all the time you need; we will still be here.
Aren’t you glad you got to visit your FIL first!? My condolences on your lost. Yes, it is a thin thread that separates us from death–we so often forget this. I hope the funeral that goes well!
I’m so sorry for your family’s loss, Joy. Take care of you and all you need to do. Your followers will be here when you return. Sending warm hugs.
So sorry for your loss. My Dad also passed at 89. Right after his birthday and mine. It’s the happy fun memories that I think of often. God be with you and your husband at this time.
I am sorry for your loss. It is another world when your parents are gone. For me, it is like the North Star missing from the sky. I wish you and your husband peace as you traverse this time, enjoying the memories and grateful for the time you had. We will be here when you are back.
I’m so sorry. No matter what the age might be, it’s still a big loss to your family. Take all the time you need and be with your family.
My condolences for your loss!
Don’t worry about your blogging world … we will survive! Take the time you need!
My condolences and love for your loss…. it’s never easy whatever the age and circumstance…..
Hugz
My condolences on your loss and your husband’s. What a blessing to have taken the time to visit your FIL. Yes, I reflect on mortality a lot. Two of my older siblings passed away younger than I am now. my mother was 45 when she died. My other older sibling passed in mid-80s in 2021, and I still have a younger sister. I am now the oldest in my generation, and it gives me pause with the cancer issues. I’m not afraid, or worried about it, but I think about it.
That is one smart cat, as most cats are. I suspect that getting any closer would be too warm for that little fur ball!
You are wise to slow your posting and life down for the moment. I, personally, hope to leave a HUGE mess for the boys. LOL I did get a closet sorted this last weekend with Reece’s help. I have misplaced my wallet since the day I came home from Ohio, almost two weeks, and was looking for it … figured I might as well sort and donate while I was at it. The other half of the room this coming week, hopefully … and the wallet would be nice!
How sad about your FIL, and my sympathies to your husband and you. I am with you on leaving less clutter, but I have a hubby who likes to keep things because “we might need them”. 😉 Take care of yourself on your time off blogging – breaks are good. Loki is adorable and so sweet. I would love to have seen him carrying that mat.
So sorry to hear about your recent losses. Keep the happy memories close as you deal with their passing.
Oh dear, I am so sorry! I’ve not been in touch, but can’t always get some blogs to come up lately. so I’ll give you a ring shortly. Take care and hugs.
Joy I am so sorry to read of your FIL’s passing. What a comfort for you and your husband to have been able to spend as much time with him as you have since you moved back home. Take the time you need to take care of yourselves. Hugs
I’m sorry to hear about your loss. Take good care of yourselves at this sad time.
So sorry to read about your loss, but nice you had a visit with your FIL before he slipped away. My DH & I have lost 3 of our 4 parents now, and yes, it is sobering. It’s a strange feeling to become the oldest generation. We miss them each so much. Quilted hugs.
So sorry for your loss. Yes we are of that age when we think twice about what we are keeping in our home, especially after we clean out our parent’s home.
Hey Joe I’m way behind but sorry to hear about your father in law…….I often wonder how much things have changed in there life time……a grand age…….
So sorry to hear about your loss. It is always hard no matter what. Take care of yourselves and we will be here whenever you come back. Hugs 🫂