It’s been a year since Karen passed, today, and I’m not sure what to say in this blog post.
She would want us to remember the happy times with her. She would want us to be happy in general. She would not want us to concentrate on the bad times, and she would not want us to be sad.
Those are all hard for me. The best times of my life were with her, but I still have trouble remembering only on those times. I still feel sad. The pain and strife of her struggle with cancer still seems to monopolize my memories of her.
But today is a turning point. There will never again be a first day without her. My first birthday without her has come and gone. The first Christmas, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and others have all come and gone. No more firsts.
The world is a sadder place without her. I have troubles feeling happy when I remember her. I only feel sadness right now. But hopefully, someday we will all feel happiness when we think of her.
I’m having a gathering June 22 in her honor. I’t my intention to make this a happy occasion. I hope to see you there.
Charlie
♥️ No words.
A rainbow appeared in the sky last evening letting us know Karen is at peace.
Thank you for sharing Charlie. I feel blessed and grateful for having the opportunity of knowing Karen. She was a gift to all and makes me smile when I think of her.
My wild flowers came up this year and it is nice, yet sad, when I saw them. Adds such beauty to my yard. I will enjoy them throughout the days.