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August 2013 Moms
BabyE143
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Updates and an AW post
BabyE143
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Well I got through it. I thought it was going to be one of the hardest days of my life but it wasn't. The day after her funeral was. The day of her showing/ funeral I didn't have much time to think. That Monday morning I had to go to a wig place to put on my mom because she had lost a lot of hair. Since we were having a showing (something we weren't sure we'd do, depending on how she would look) and my mom was always big on her hair it was something I had to do. She passed on a Saturday so the wig place was closed. So I got up early Monday morning and went with my mil to pick out a wig. Took it home and she cut it while it was on me (my mil is a hairdresser). When I got to the funeral home I had no time to think I had to get this wig on her (don't worry the funeral director did it). She looked good, better than when she passed but not quite like my "mom". The funeral was beautiful. So many people showed up, she was loved. I needed to say something during it and got emotional of course. I needed people to hear of what an amazing mom she was, my best friend.
The next day I was unprepared for. We started packing her things up in her apartment and I went through her old Facebook posts. The dam broke. I forgot how sick she was and just missed my beautiful mom.
But then I remembered that she wasn't suffering anymore and I collected myself. I know this is what the next year will look like.
On a positive note my husband is on his way home! I pick him up tonight. I can't wait to hug him and just have him hold me. I need it. He also passed all of his exams! Which is huge because he's dyslexic and has always struggled with school work/ tests and this was validation for him.
Fun story: He went to dinner with a couple friends he met while there, one of the guys' name was Caleb. Caleb was worried about the probation period for the railroad because he has to go to Hollywood for 4 days in December. My husband asked what for and Calen said because he was on Survivor!! He has to go to the finale! My husband and I watch the show every week. He said he knew Caleb looked familiar he just couldn't place where he saw him before. Caleb is Colton's boyfriend off of Blood vs Water haha! Crazy!!
My mil also wanted to do my hair as a surprise for my hubby for when he gets home. And also to help take my mind off of things but she didn't come right out and say it. They say some people cope with loss/ change by changing their hair, guess that applies to me. So here's a pic (there's no baby in my arms so I feel even more AWish). But I so appreciate the relationship I have with her. She's been a shoulder to cry on and an ear to listen. She also lost her mother to cancer so she's been with me every step of the way. I am so thankful for her.
You know what they say; Go big or go home.
***Disclaimer: My hair does not always look like this. I went all out for my hubby. I will have to post a pic when it's greasy with yesterday's curls still in it. That's what I look like on the reg. lol
The next day I was unprepared for. We started packing her things up in her apartment and I went through her old Facebook posts. The dam broke. I forgot how sick she was and just missed my beautiful mom.
But then I remembered that she wasn't suffering anymore and I collected myself. I know this is what the next year will look like.
On a positive note my husband is on his way home! I pick him up tonight. I can't wait to hug him and just have him hold me. I need it. He also passed all of his exams! Which is huge because he's dyslexic and has always struggled with school work/ tests and this was validation for him.
Fun story: He went to dinner with a couple friends he met while there, one of the guys' name was Caleb. Caleb was worried about the probation period for the railroad because he has to go to Hollywood for 4 days in December. My husband asked what for and Calen said because he was on Survivor!! He has to go to the finale! My husband and I watch the show every week. He said he knew Caleb looked familiar he just couldn't place where he saw him before. Caleb is Colton's boyfriend off of Blood vs Water haha! Crazy!!
My mil also wanted to do my hair as a surprise for my hubby for when he gets home. And also to help take my mind off of things but she didn't come right out and say it. They say some people cope with loss/ change by changing their hair, guess that applies to me. So here's a pic (there's no baby in my arms so I feel even more AWish). But I so appreciate the relationship I have with her. She's been a shoulder to cry on and an ear to listen. She also lost her mother to cancer so she's been with me every step of the way. I am so thankful for her.
You know what they say; Go big or go home.
***Disclaimer: My hair does not always look like this. I went all out for my hubby. I will have to post a pic when it's greasy with yesterday's curls still in it. That's what I look like on the reg. lol
Had our precious baby girl, Little Miss E, on August 14, 2013 ♥ 143 → I.love.you. ♥
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Re: Updates and an AW post
Layla 01.08.12
Chloe and Vivian 07.23.13
My Gang. Halloween 2013
Had our precious baby girl, Little Miss E, on August 14, 2013 ♥ 143 → I.love.you. ♥
@V&G thank you for the thoughts, I really do have amazing people surrounding me
Had our precious baby girl, Little Miss E, on August 14, 2013 ♥ 143 → I.love.you. ♥
I have a cookie butter jar with your name on it, too. Thinking of you.
You are one hot momma and that hair is amazing
I have to say, you look amazing having just had a baby and your hair looks fantastic! You're a gorgeous woman with a wonderful heart.
Your mom was an amazing woman. It shows through you even here on TB. I'm sure she is so proud of who you have become and will be watching over you.
I lost my dad 22 years ago. Tdmklm is right in that it doesn't get easier...but it does get better. Keep your chin up and remember the good times.
Had our precious baby girl, Little Miss E, on August 14, 2013 ♥ 143 → I.love.you. ♥
Sorry for your loss. I really never know what to say in these instances. Please know I'm praying for you and your family.
2. I am so so so sorry for what you've been through. You're a strong woman!
Your baby hit the momma lottery
DS born 9/3/13; DD born 7/22/15; LO due 5/28/18
FS (age 5) and FD (age 2) to become AS/AD very soon!
Nora Grace Due 12/26/2016
Two Angel Babies
07/03/2012
08/08/2015
"If you're still my small babe
or you're all the way grown,
my promise to you
is you're never alone.
You are my angel, my darling,
my star...and my love will find you,
wherever you are."
BTW, I'm usually mobile and just saw your siggy. Our girls have the same birthday. Yay! I'm sure yours is just as fabulous as my sweet Savannah.
Had our precious baby girl, Little Miss E, on August 14, 2013 ♥ 143 → I.love.you. ♥
And I think that's very cool about Caleb! I've been watching Survivor too