Author Archives: sweetmelissa1954

About sweetmelissa1954

Love family, life, Starbucks and change! Transition is the new norm....learning to go with the flow and embrace each day...I love politics, news and Bruce Springsteen! I write about life, Hawaii, coffee, sibling rivalry, politics, friends, care giving and just another day!

Dad

Posted on June 8, 2015 by sweetmelissa1954

my heart breaks every day as I miss your friendship, laughter, wisdom and soul.  I promise I’ll turn my sadness into smiles as I think of the goodness you brought to the world…the opportunities you gave me to flourish….the siblings … Continue reading →

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Dad’s Tree

Posted on May 31, 2015 by sweetmelissa1954

Thank you for your love and the memories of a lifetime.    

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Caregiver as in sweetmelissa

Posted on May 21, 2015 by sweetmelissa1954

i fall deeper into the world of caregiving.  I’m alone and struggling with pretend strength.  So disappointed in those around me who have disappeared.  Life goes on and yet it has stopped for me.  I’m blessed to have the opportunity … Continue reading →

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Sweetmelissa

Posted on May 4, 2015 by sweetmelissa1954

Help those around you — we are on earth a short time — be the best you can be… Continue reading →

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Ugly or Pretty Grief

Posted on April 30, 2015 by sweetmelissa1954

i am dealing with the ugliness of grief as my dad recently died.  The dark side of grief leaves you empty, alone, feeling as if you are crazy and suicidal.  The pretty side of grief allows you to talk with … Continue reading →

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Healing

Posted on April 8, 2015 by sweetmelissa1954

everyone tells me to be brave…..think happy thoughts… I’m just trying to get through the minutes of the day… It has been 2 months since dad died…..everyone wants plans for the future… I’m just happy to take a walk and … Continue reading →

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I Love You

Posted on March 25, 2015 by sweetmelissa1954

dad….give me the strength to be strong….. Dad…..give the strength to make you proud… I’ll see you again….I want you to smile… Dad…..I miss you…..I’m in pain, however, you would want me to be your heart and soul… I’ll figure … Continue reading →

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Dad….I miss you….

Posted on March 17, 2015 by sweetmelissa1954

Dad died 30 days ago….I miss him terribly…..I live minute to minute……I’m not sure what the new norm is for me…..I miss his voice, his laughter, his soothing support, his face and holding his hand.  He always made me feel … Continue reading →

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Kardashian Krazy

Posted on March 11, 2015 by sweetmelissa1954

my dad passed away recently….I’m still trying to find my way…. I turn on the tv and see $100 million contracts going to the kardashians…..football players securing $200  Million contracts……….the excess of “The Real Housewives of everywhere “……. I then … Continue reading →

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Sweet Punter – I Love you Dad!  

Posted on March 1, 2015 by sweetmelissa1954



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