A Solemn Holiday

30 November 2010

We have so much to be thankful for. Yet, this holiday season has been a difficult one. L and I lost an important member of our family the day after Thanksgiving. It was sudden, unexpected, and extremely sad.

The past week has been a blur of the intensive care unit, tearful goodbyes, and family gatherings.

L's family didn't host their normal Thanksgiving dinner like they always do. This year, L and I had a quiet Thanksgiving lunch with my family and that was it. I am someone who complains every year that we have to "share" the holidays (split time with L's family and mine). I've been a spoiled idiot for complaining. Seriously.

Family is everything. Hug your family members, and be grateful for every holiday, every gathering, every chance to spend time with them. The next holiday season is not guaranteed.

We love you, Uncle.

16 thoughts:

Geek in Heels said...

I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers. (And thank you for the reminder to always cherish my family.)

Mo said...

I'm so sorry Carly, my heart goes out to you and your family.
:::hug:::

Chic 'n Cheap Living said...

My heart and thoughts are with you and your family dear!

stephanie michele said...

So sorry for your loss...thinking of you both.

The Less Than Domestic Goddess said...

@Geek in Heels, @Mo, @Chic n' Cheap Living, and @stephanie michele: Thank you so much for your kind words. It means a lot to me and L :)

Mrs. Hot Cocoa said...

My condolences to your family. Here's to happier times ahead.

Sugar said...

Oh Lady, thinking of you and your family. What a good thing to remember this time of year.

brooke @ claremont road said...

I'm so sorry for your loss, Carly.

Krista said...

So sorry for your loss, Carly

honey my heart said...

sending you positive thoughts and prayers. so sorry for your loss. hope you all are starting to feel better.

BigAppleNosh said...

I'm so sorry, Carly. ((Hugs))

Tailor Made Pet Sitting said...

I'm so sorry. (((HUGS)))

Ali @ His Birdie's Nest said...

I'm so sorry for your loss. (((HUGS)))

The Less Than Domestic Goddess said...

Thank you all so much!

Nellie said...

so sorry for your lost..

Chicken Wing said...

Awww, Carly! I'm so sorry for the loss you and L experienced! *HUGE HUGS* and I find that if you try to remember the good times, it helps a whole lot! This is our first holiday season without my Papa.

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