Today is the day that Naomi moves, and it is also her birthday.
I have enjoyed the last few evenings with her and her sister. We have laughed so much while going through Naomi's things trying to help her figure out what she wants to take with her, what she wants to put in a garage sale and what she wants to trash. And as you know the old saying...one man's trash is another man's treasure!
I couldn't hold back my tears several times yesterday when I would think about her moving. I made no apologies for my tears, just gave a brief explanation. I did good about not letting Naomi see my tears because I know she is nervous enough already and I didn't want to add to any anxiety she might be having. I know it is what is best for her and I will be okay, I am just a big ol sentimental fool sometimes. Heck I cry at that dang coffee commercial where the college kid makes a surprise visit home and his parents wake up to the smell of the coffee and go down and see him talking to his little brother!
Tonight is Stamp Club so my friend Linda, aka LGuild, will be coming down this afternoon and we will be doing some running around before we go a stampin. Maybe I will finally have something to post on here that is crafty!
You are such a great neighbor!!! Can I send my mom to be your next neighbor??? =)
ReplyDeleteYou made me cry!!! My son will leave in less than 2 years! BTW, I also cry at that commercial! :)
ReplyDeleteGood luck!!!
I to get emotional at that dang commerical.... some other ones as well...but don't tell anyone I said that! :o) You are a great friend/neighbor.... Heck I wish you were my neighbor! LOL She'll be alright and you should be happy for her to go to this assisted living place.... Sometimes it's best for older people to be were it is safer for them.... I have a few relatives in assisted living and they seem very happy there... Soooo think of it this way... YES.... you are losing a friend/neighbor... but she is gaining a whole lot more, by going to live were she is looked after and still have her independence.... Your a great friend Okie.... and she's very lucky to have you in her life! :o)
ReplyDeleteHave a great time at stamp club...such a good idea!
ReplyDeleteI think I want to move in next to you! You are kind hearted.
ReplyDeleteOkie, you have such a big heart and I think you and Naomi were very blessed to have each other. I'm another one that cries at that dang commercial! My son left for college but I was ok then. Well, he came back so those tears would have been wasted anyway, lol. But now that he's in his own place and just got engaged, I cry a lot now. I totally understand, Okie!
ReplyDeleteOkie-- you have such a tender heart, that's a wonderful thing (and just another reason we love you). Hang in there!
ReplyDeleteBig hugs for you! You so touched my heart...
ReplyDeleteYou are a wonderful neighbor. I think how you love your friend is such a nice statement of who you are. Once you start visiting her in her new home...It will be a bit easier. Have a good time tonight...God bless, Pamela
ReplyDeleteI would love to be your neighbor! I hope your stamp class cheered you a bit and gave you some creative inspiration, you are so talented and I love seeing your creations!
ReplyDeleteRemember friend: there are still good times to be had. It's not the end.
Girl Friend I feel your hurt!
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My mom went to an assisted living place a little over 2 years ago and really loved it after she adjusted. It's going to be harder on you:( Going through all of that stuff that meant so much and now is just "stuff" is really hard, too! Good luck. Make some introduction cards for Naomi to give people in her new home. Just a thought.
ReplyDeleteNaomi and I have the some birthday. My sister and I moved my mom and dad a few years ago and reading about you laughing brought found memories. I really miss them so much. My birthday and Christmas just aren't the same. I need to figure out something different to get past Dec. Oh well I am sure I will. Everything takes time and Naomi and you will have new ways to share.
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