A beautiful writer who’s been my Blogger Sister for SO LONG. This beautiful (as usual) tale is a gift-and-a-half to anyone who’s loved (or wished they had) their dad.
I miss my parents. Sigh…we never know the when or the how or the why but it will happen and we won’t be ready. Say it now. Give those hugs. Be present.🥰
I’m glad your dad is okay and I’m happy for you that you got to have and still get to have time with him. Especially since you appreciate it and realize what a gift it is. Thanks for sharing- your words are always relatable and give me comfort.
With you, day by day. Hoping your dad recovers quickly. I am recovering from a dental implant surgery and feeling a bit banged up myself. The political news does not make it easier. However, this story does. We are in it together. Keep the faith!
I feel your pain, Liz. My ex-wife and I have spent a fair amount of ER and ICU time this year with our son. He's 39 and autistic, and has Crohn's Disease. This has been a horrible year for him, but fortunately things are starting to look up. I can't wait for 2024 to end (at least to put this year behind us, NOT politically...)
I am so sorry Mark, that is so difficult. I'm glad you're encouraged for the new year! We all need good things to look forward to -- even if they're someone else's, technically :)
Damn, Liz. That's tough. But aren't you lucky you can laugh together??? You and your sweet Dad? (I didn't know he had been in the business! Cool!) Enjoy every minute with him. And thanks for worrying about all of us out here. We are all in this together, right?!?!?
"Knowing my dad was going to be okay, giving me one non-life-threatening, non-world-changing crisis to focus on was…I don’t know. It was kind of…good?"
I know exactly the kind of "good" you mean, Liz. It's the kind of crisis that's actually comforting...which makes no sense...except that it totally does. I'm so glad your dad is OK!
That was a lovely story, Liz. Thank you for sharing it. It can be so healing to spend focussed time on someone we love. Speaking of, I’m off to visit my mom at home today.💕
I’m thankful for you, Liz, and I’m thankful your dad is okay. Your words and personality bring some levity to the hard times.
Thank you Amy. I appreciate this so much. 🙏
Giving yourself the space to be present is so critical. Hugs to you and your Dad
I hope your dad is feeling better, and you as well. Sending positive healing vibes your way. 🪄 ✨
A beautiful writer who’s been my Blogger Sister for SO LONG. This beautiful (as usual) tale is a gift-and-a-half to anyone who’s loved (or wished they had) their dad.
I miss my parents. Sigh…we never know the when or the how or the why but it will happen and we won’t be ready. Say it now. Give those hugs. Be present.🥰
I’m glad your dad is okay and I’m happy for you that you got to have and still get to have time with him. Especially since you appreciate it and realize what a gift it is. Thanks for sharing- your words are always relatable and give me comfort.
I'm hoping your dad finds another place to visit more often than the ER--the library? the deli? the tattoo parlor? Anything would be preferable.
With you, day by day. Hoping your dad recovers quickly. I am recovering from a dental implant surgery and feeling a bit banged up myself. The political news does not make it easier. However, this story does. We are in it together. Keep the faith!
I'm sorry Marilyn! Hope some Netflix time and good soup can help!
What a lucky man to have such a splendid daughter 🥰
I feel your pain, Liz. My ex-wife and I have spent a fair amount of ER and ICU time this year with our son. He's 39 and autistic, and has Crohn's Disease. This has been a horrible year for him, but fortunately things are starting to look up. I can't wait for 2024 to end (at least to put this year behind us, NOT politically...)
I am so sorry Mark, that is so difficult. I'm glad you're encouraged for the new year! We all need good things to look forward to -- even if they're someone else's, technically :)
So glad you both got some first aid! Thank you for putting things in perspective.
Thanks for sharing this, Liz!
Damn, Liz. That's tough. But aren't you lucky you can laugh together??? You and your sweet Dad? (I didn't know he had been in the business! Cool!) Enjoy every minute with him. And thanks for worrying about all of us out here. We are all in this together, right?!?!?
I am 3rd gen Madmen! I have stories... And yes. We are all in this together, whether people want to see it or not.
"Knowing my dad was going to be okay, giving me one non-life-threatening, non-world-changing crisis to focus on was…I don’t know. It was kind of…good?"
I know exactly the kind of "good" you mean, Liz. It's the kind of crisis that's actually comforting...which makes no sense...except that it totally does. I'm so glad your dad is OK!
You get it. Thanks Megan.
That was a lovely story, Liz. Thank you for sharing it. It can be so healing to spend focussed time on someone we love. Speaking of, I’m off to visit my mom at home today.💕
I'm sure she will be thrilled to have you there. xo
I’m glad your dad is all right, Liz
Thank you Chris 🙏