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morning madness

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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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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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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Dad

Posted on February 10, 2015 by sweetmelissa1954

Dad, thank you for being my hero… Dad, thank you for being my strength… Dad, thank you for giving me the opportunity to travel the world… Dad, thank you for teaching me the future is our strength, never look back… … Continue reading →

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Sad…help

Posted on February 7, 2015 by sweetmelissa1954

Dad is with hospice now…..so sad……didn’t think it would happen to is or him…. I love u dad….

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Paris Fashion Week

Posted on January 29, 2015 by sweetmelissa1954

My dad is now in hospice and the world is focusing on Bruce Jennner’s gender. One has nothing to do with the other, yet, nothing makes sense anymore. I love my amazing dad and the world continues to spin. Happy … Continue reading →

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Paris and Pain

Posted on January 8, 2015 by sweetmelissa1954

Haven’t written in a bit…. The holidays got in the way of reality… My challenges are the same… I’m getting a gratitude jar that will remind me of the good in my life… Paris asks me if I have the … Continue reading →

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