For all I have lost in losing my wonderful parents, I'm amazed at what wonderful family and friends I really do still have here on Earth. It doesn't take away the sadness, the nightmares and the constant wishing they were still here but having amazing relationships with everyone else has helped me tremendously throughout this grieving process.
This weekend one of our best friends Josh came down for a visit and brought with him one of my best girl pals, Reagan. I had my first post pregnancy full glass of wine, Josh cooked us gourmet Pizza's AND cleaned my entire kitchen! We just relaxed all weekend, they held the baby, Ray and I made a trip to Target for more diapers and wipes. Definitely not the weekend filled with nice restaurants and drinking like they have been in the past, but that is when you know you have true friends. They come down just to sit around with you and hold the baby.
After my parents passed, my family and friends took generosity to whole new level...sending cards, flowers, gifts, notes....calling more frequently...it was really appreciated. Now with the baby, I have once again been blown away by all of the love and support we have received. For the first two weeks of her life, Elle has received something almost daily! A beautiful card, a cuddly blanket, a good book, a cute dress, beautiful flowers.......it's really so wonderful to know people are thinking of us and are just as excited about the arrival as Elle as we are.
There is not a day that goes by or even a few hours that I'm not thinking of you. I hope you continue to give us guidance and strength and are still coming along on our new journey of life....
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