Yesterday I was trying to remember when the trees started blooming last year when I realized how much I depend on this blog to back up my memory. I completely got out of the habit last year. Perhaps, subconsiously I did not want to remember parts of last year.
My Dad lost his battle with colangiocarcinoma on December 10th after being diagnosed in April of 2008 with the cancer.
It was really a tough time and blogging during that time was not something that was high on my list. We all miss him a lot.
We had hospice here as he did not want to be in a hospital. They are truly Angels. I hope you never need them but if you do they will make your life bearable. We can't even begin to thank them for everything they did for us and my Dad.
During his chemo he very badly wanted a dog. Didn't seem like the best time to get a dog and my Mom being a cat person didn't really want a dog-especially a puppy. We were pretty busy taking care of other stuff. But he really wanted a dog so we brought Jackie into our lives.
When he saw him he pointed and said "I want that one" so it was love at first sight. A wonderful little pup named after my Dad with a lot of his same personality traits.
My Mom said "I don't want a dog, I never wanted a dog............I don't know what I ever did without this dog"
He is a joy with so much energy and unconditional love.
Meanwhile this year we have had the most snow and freezing weather we have ever had and another big flood, a new beaver family and beaver pond, new trees-so much to remember. We have actually made some progress on some projects. If I don't start keep track of these things again I won't be able to remember when anything happened.
So, out with the bad and in with the new-onward and upward and all that jazz. It's good to be back. Now? when did those Swallows arrive last year?
Sorry to hear about your Dad, Jane.
Posted by: Kirsty | March 19, 2009 at 03:43 PM
Jane,
I was sorry to hear about Jack's passing. I'm glad I got the chance to know him; he was one of a kind and will be missed.
Welcome back.
Bruce
Posted by: Bruce | March 20, 2009 at 06:44 AM
I am so glad that you're back :-)
Sometimes we all need a little space to deal with stuff and clear our minds but that doesn't mean you aren't missed.
I for one am dying to hear all about the beavers and any new birds/other strange weird creatures who may try and attack your veggie patch ;-)
I hope you soon reach the point where everytime you think of your dad a warm glow fills your heart.
Regards
Amy
Posted by: Villagepig | March 24, 2009 at 08:39 AM
That made me cry. I wish I had time to get to know him better.
Posted by: Chris | April 02, 2009 at 09:13 PM
Oh, Jane, I'm so sorry about the loss of your dad. (And OhMyGosh, how cool that he lives on in an adorable weenie dog!) So glad to see you back.
Posted by: Tonya | April 02, 2009 at 10:32 PM
That's was really sad. The puppies are very nice and lovely. They look innocent. I am sure the puppies will love your dad too. vacuum rating
Posted by: johnexist | June 22, 2009 at 03:50 AM
I have missed you, and then lost your address here. I found you again and am so glad.
I am sorry about your dad. I am glad he was able to have a dog. They are a bundle of love. My daughter has a dachsund and he is a wiggling love butt!
Posted by: Nancy Straka | September 09, 2009 at 11:08 PM