I've found during this time of sorrow, that I'm turning to my sewing and crafting to lift my spirits. I'm grateful that I have such a positive outlet. There is something very soothing about creating. Using my hands for a positive purpose. C and D have already benefited from my increased studio time. Cam has a new bag to carry his piano music (he just started lessons on Tuesday and loves them) and Dani has a new pair of pajama pants. I'm also beginning work on dresses for my brother's wedding in September. Since I have so many (3 dresses for the girls, 1 dress for myself, 2 little guy ties and 1 big guy tie) I'm working on cutting and purchasing all the fabric right now. I've never undertaken such a large sewing project and I'm cautiously excited for this challenge. I'm sure I'll be writing on this topic many times over the next few months as I overcome hurdles and experience successes.
In the meantime, I'm feeling very grateful for my sweet family. For my supportive husband whom I love dearly and for my own babies that are so energetic, funny and happy. This experience has caused me to re-dedicate myself to them. To try a little harder. To be a little better. And to do a little more.
I'm also grateful for my beliefs in an afterlife where families are together forever. I know that my friend will see her baby again and that brings me great hope and comfort.
xoxo
Bethany
7 comments:
I am so sorry for your friend's loss. A few years back our dear friend and neighbor's daughter died suddenly. The grief was immense. We all felt the sadness, but of course, nothing compared to the immediate family. I wish you the strength to stay strong and with the help of your family, your art and your spirit you will get through this time and be able to comfort the family to your best ability. Take care!
I am so very sorry for the horrible loss...I cannot even begin to imagine the pain the family must be going through!!!
I agree to take that time with your family and make every minute count...sometimes we take time for granted!!!
I will be holding you and your friends family close in thought and prayer!!!
Ohhhhhhhhhh I am so so so sorry for your friends loss.....hugs and prayers for them.....
Hugs...and so many heartfelt prayers.
Bethany, I am sorry for this sadness. How heartbreaking. I can't even begin to put myself in your friend's shoes. But I can empathize with your grief. Have blessed day!
This are sad times, so sorry to hear about your friends loss... it's a good thing you find comfort in creating. It can be very therapeuthic indeed. My english isn't well enough to find all the right words but I'm thinking of you right now!
Oh, Bethany! This breaks my heart. I'm so sorry for your friend's loss.
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