The Past Two Months

by Meredith

I hope my readers have stuck with me over the past two months.  I apologize for not being present, but a lot has gone on.  First, my wonderful boyfriend proposed February 9th, 2013.  We are planning a wedding celebration for July 20th of this year.  Secondly, my beautiful mom and best friend passed away March 20, 2013 after a courageous 26-month battle with brain cancer - a glioblastoma multiforme.  It was the hardest time of my life and I hope the only.  Since early February I've checked out of my normal routine and spent all of my time and energy living in the present and with loved ones.

Now, I'm trying to get back into the swing of things... slowly but surely my blog too will be up and running.

Sending wishes your way for happiness, love, success and health.

Meredith

 "Life is all memory, except for the present moment that goes by you so quick you hardly catch it going." ~ Tennessee Williams

Mom's Garden

by Meredith

Many joys took place over my weekend.  Dani and Mike got married and my mom came home from the hospital - hopefully for the final time. Even though her speech is still struggling, the rest of her is not.  On the road to recovery I keep reminding her of how much she has improved already and that there are other ways one can communicate.  I know she'll get back to old-self in just a matter of time.  Both her and I lack patience at times, but we encourage one another to get through it when the other one of us need it most.  Recently one way she has found peace, and I think a way to communicate, is by spending time in her garden.  I love this sight.