11/17

11/17
It's been a while since I have written anything, but today, I think it may be therapeutic.  Cameron Ryder Pless passed away on Thursday.  I received a text to call Michael ASAP.  I did and was told that the baby was in an ambulance on his way to the hospital.  I called Bill and told him to be ready when I got there, I would have him ride with me.   Cameron was three months old.  Bill called and  I don't ever think I will forget the way I felt,at least I pray that I never will, when Bill said he didn't make it.  I had to pull over and get myself together and drive to the hospital.  Once we got there, it wasn't much better.  Cameron's dad was in Indianapolis working and had been notified that his son was going to the hospital, but didn't know he was gone, yet.  That is not something you tell someone over the phone, unless you have to.   Cory was working in Seymour, how was he going to be told?  Notifying people is never easy.  

I thought I had cried out all of my tears, yet when I sat down to write, they began flowing again.  Sometimes they flow and I don't even realize it.  It's like I have been cut to the core, a huge gash, where there is no mending.  No amount of thread could sew it up. Today probably won't be as bad, but dear God, be with us all tomorrow.  I am over 50 and have dealt with life and death as far back as I can remember, but I have never had to deal with the death of a child, and I hope I never will again.  I can't explain it.  It is like someone ripped out a huge piece of my heart and there is a gaping hole, a hole that will be there forever.  

In some ways, we now know that we are blessed.  Blessed to have family and friends that pull together during such horrific times. 

11/04/2014

Where do I start?  

I am so blessed! I have a husband who loves me, no matter what.  I believe our relationship is the strongest that it has ever been.   I have the craziest family in the world.  I am lucky, my parents are still here, they are the best!  I have children and grand children that I love unconditionally.  I have a good job, a home, food to eat and clothing to keep me warm.  I even have a dog and cats.  What more could I ask for?  I enjoy crocheting, flea markets, auctions, and so much more.  Yes, I am so blessed.  Life is good.

Dragon: Ten Tales of Fiery Beasts (ebook)

Dragon: Ten Tales of Fiery Beasts (ebook)


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Monday Sept 22nd...

Today was a little stressful, well, ok, it was a lot of "stuff".  I just can't believe how much it takes to make sure people have the items they need to do their job properly.  I just can't go into it here, it is something that will need to be corrected on a different level.  

But I have a great friend, Helen.  She reminded me that no matter what, I will always come home.  And no matter what,when I get home, it no longer matters.  

I called my daughter and asked if I could take her three girls out for a milk shake after school.  I wound up taking her AND the girls to mcdonalds.  We had tea and the girls had shakes. They can make me forget everything except what we are talking about.  Brandys meds are working for her. I am so glad that she can actually concentrate on her assignments.  She was so sweet!  Ana is growing up fast.  She acts like a mother hen, but so does Brandy.  And Gracie, well Gracie is beginning to talk in full sentences.  Bless her heart.  When I would go to their house, she would scream, mommy.  I kept correcting her and saying grandma, but now I am mammy to her and that is just fine with me. 

No matter how sucky my day is, those precious children can change my attitude.  Life wouldn't be the same without them.  

Bill, Moose and Reed are camping and fishing.  It's going to get a little cold tonight, I sure hope they stay warm tonight.  They took plenty of wood, blankets, and camper.  I am sure that by now Reed is safely tucked away in the bunk with Bill.  Well, bedtime at the homestead, another day tomorrow.  

Hopefully soon I will have either a new book or item to review.

Take care,

Beth

2014 Porter Reunion

Today was so great!   Today was the Porter Reunion.  Many family members were there and some I haven't seen in years!  I really don't have the words to express how it feels to see Great Aunts & Uncles, cousins by the dozens, and all of the children.  It was great!  Thank you to Aunt Maxine and her husband Joe for all of the years they have been putting this together.  Now, Debbie Erwin has volunteered to coordinate this.  That is a big job, but I am sure she is up to it. Great food,company and a great time had by all.  It's really a shame those that we lost last year.  I know its a part of life, but dang does it hurt.  Hopefully those that came this year will continue.  You never know when it will be the last, we all need to enjoy it.  Have a great night !

Tonight

I wanted to write for a while tonight, but I can't.  Since I've been home tonight I have learned of the little girl in Indianapolis who was shot and died, the plane that crashed today and the two men aboard who didn't make it.  Now they are talking about the man in Florida who shot his daughter and grandchildren.  Seriously, a three month old!  And then turned the gun on himself.  That really makes me angry that he would hurt children.  I just can't.  Maybe tomorrow night and I can talk about something uplifting.

Goodnight 

Take care

Beth