August 21, 2016 -

....you think you will miss them the most when you need a shoulder.....it's not ....it's when there's happiness to be shared and you can't....

August 20, 2016

In Fort Benton, Montana, there's a tribute to a dog who waited vigil for his master to return, by train, after he passed. .  My husband traveled a great deal for business, I realize I'm waiting to dash off to an airport and pick him up....with the moments sudden disbelief....that I never will again.

....like loyal Shep.....I'm never going to get over this.....

August 14, 2016 -- ...and Soft Surroundings sent me an Anniversary card.....

...after the gasp on opening the envelope......I pondered....I do want to visit the church we were married in on our Anniversary...first time without my love......maybe something new signifies something fresh; of honoring that wonderful day so long ago - alone, but with no less love ....it's interesting how something so simple as a $20 coupon can inspire you to see things in a different perspective - a new light ....a better light.....a more peaceful light...

August 13, 2016

.....wonder if the sudden moments of disbelief ever go away....

"Memories and reality often meet in strange places"
Nancy McDaniel

Well said Nance....very well said indeed.

August 5, 2016 ....understanding is the hardest part......

August 4, 2016

.....it's not the loneliness...
..it's the aloneness.....