Gabzmom

I think I am in town.  Let me know!  I can bring G with me.

Missed you - I am a late person here - just because it's about the only time I can go in...

Excited for you.  BUT you MUST eat lunch - even if you just step away for 15 minutes!  Pack your lunch and eat in the lunchroom!  I have been bringing lunch to work because I just can't seem to break away.  And when I do, I go for the fast, easy, bad stuff.  Trying to stay healthy! 

Congratulations!  So nice to hear that! 

No.  You are not a dud.  You are learning to navigate the new dating age (electronic/online media).  It's interesting to say the least.  I recommend considering "meet-ups" - there is a website/app for meet-ups in local areas for virtually any interest that is out there.  I think my desire was to find people with common interests.  If a friendship develops great.  I decided online dating had hit its expiration date.  I have way too much on my plate: a child; board meetings; and my business.  And sometimes, all I really want is a darn PLUS ONE for events I have to go to. 

Cut yourself some slack and do what feels right.  Totally agree with Rob - if the person doesn't want to meet face to face then, maybe move on?

Sending a cyber hug and good thoughts your way.

I agree with Shawn823.  I am inspired and have learned to appreciate the time Rob had with both me and our daughter.  He was such an influence in how view the world.  There is no other like him.  Thank you and blessings to you. 

I would go up in the fall.  September - October also work for me.  In the Summer, I would go to a mini-bago as well, Rob. 

I don't know why but this song describes my melancholy mood. 

I have been feeling a little anxious, scared, and frightened - by what?  And I am letting someone's words make me feel about two inches tall.  I know they are just words and that I am so much better than how this person makes me feel.  I used to have so much vim and vigor and I don't know that I have it in me to "prove" them wrong. 

What's so strange, is I ran across this tonight and it's a good reminder.  We are priceless.  We are loved. 

A well known speaker started off his seminar by holding up a $20 bill. In the room of 200, he asked. "Who would like this $20 bill?"

Hands started going up. He said, "I am going to give this $20 to one of you - but first, let me do this."

He proceeded to crumple the 20 dollar note up. He then asked. "Who still wants it?" Still the hands were up in the air.

"Well," he replied, "what if I do this?" He dropped it on the ground and started to grind it into the floor with his shoe. He picked it up, now crumpled and dirty. "Now, who still wants it?"

Still the hands went into the air.

"My friends, you have all learned a very valuable lesson. No matter what I did to the money, you still wanted it because it did not decrease in value. It was still worth $20.

Many times in our lives, we are dropped, crumpled, and ground into the dirt by the decisions we make and the circumstances that come our way. We feel as though we are worthless; but no matter what happened or what will happen, you will never lose your value.

Dirty or clean, crumpled or finely creased, you are still priceless to those who love you. The worth of our lives comes, not in what we do or who we know, but by ...WHO WE ARE.

You are special - don't ever forget it...!!

Mr. C - we are going to go to the show - both my daughter and I want to see If/Then!

Oh, my dear, I wish I could reach out to hug and comfort you.  I am glad you are safe.  Please know you were and ARE loved.  You have a beautiful son. 

That is so awesome.  I got a lump in my throat reading your post. 

Ewww, Rob.  That actually sounds gross.  8)

Congrats to your daughters and you! 

Cheers on your tequilamosa!  I have never had fermented orange juice - I am still trying to figure out how one ferments orange juice.  Wouldn't it become some sort of alcoholic beverage once it's fermented?

Sending love your way.  So glad you were able to share her special moment with her.  That's really all that matters is that you are both together during this milestone.  Peace to you.

Glad you sought help to process this.  Time will help you, I think.  Sending big hugs. 

Just now read this!  I am glad you are well enough to be home.  Keeping you in prayer! 

I have never felt clearer.  I can actually focus.  I am not so overwhelmed.  I am meeting people and going out and finding moments of joy and laughter.  However, I have had a shaky feeling the last couple of weeks.  Rob's 56th birthday was on the 20th and what would have been our 24th anniversary was yesterday. 

The week before I felt a little batshit crazy and I made it through the week.  Yesterday, on the way to the cemetery, I had the heaviest feeling in my heart and tears simply flowed.  I usually fight the sadness but last night, I just let it be.  I had this wave of sadness wrapping itself around my heart and I couldn't shake it. 

I finally slept and my day today was typical as it normally is.  However, again, tonight, it feels like my heart is floating in a cloud and at the same time weighing awfully heavy.  I am just want to get through this month as next month brings the sad anniversary.  It will be 3 years on June 30th. 

Thanks for letting me just ramble. 

Your words are so touching and bring tears to my eyes.  Peace.

Hugs to you, Maureen.  And hugs to that young woman! 

I am sorry you are facing this day. And I am sorry for everyone having to face this day.  Hugs to you.  I don't have a whole lot of answers.  I think one day, though - maybe on his birthday, maybe on some other day, I'd like to have a big BBQ with an old school rock band.  He loved classic rock and it would be nice to celebrate his life with a rousing good time. 

Wishing you peace.  Our anniversary is in a couple of days and his birthday was the 20th.  I hope you are able to think about the good times/memories.  Be gentle with yourself.

Big hugs.  I'm glad you have good memories. <3

Great playlist, Mac. 

Thank you for sharing.  It is a very comforting song.