As we said "good-bye" to 2010 it was bitter sweet. While the year was filled with much sorrow... it was the last year I saw my Dad alive. It was the last time I felt his arms around me... the last time I brought the new year in with him... like I said bitter sweet! In 2010, we said good-bye to a wonderful man, my hero. We spent most the year trying to make heads or tails of life and making due anyway we could. My hubby and I have grown closer as he has been my rock and support through my roller coaster. I haven't been the most fun to be around this year... I still struggle to find a way to deal with the loss.
As I said good-bye to 2009... I vowed to be a better wife, daughter, sister and friend... I am not sure I have succeed at all in any category. But I do know I feel closer to those around me who have patiently tolerated my moodiness and loved me despite my faults!
Yesterday my neice's baby boy was blessed. My Dad's best friend blessed him... as the words "I stand in proxy for this baby's great grandfather who is here in spirit" was uttered the tears began to flow. I feel so lucky that my Dad had such a great friend... a man who has been a huge part of our lives and has been there to step in at occasions when needed after my Dad left this world behind.
So here's to 2011... may I continue to grow and appreciate those around me. May I strive to appreciate each day for life is a gift and should be treated as such! (good or bad)
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