I am new to blogging. I just finished reading all of my husband's posts, many of which brought tears to my eyes, and at the same time, joy to my heart. Reading his thoughts tells the story of our life, especially these last few years. But, it also tells the story of the love we have, and the love of our family. Thank you for your caring support of Ed.
Without going into too much detail at this time, we have lost 4 close family members since September 2005. September 2005 - My dad, Edward at age 72 from lung cancer that moved to spinal cancer died at home; June 2006 - My sister, Darcy at age 43 was diagnosed with lung cancer; February 2007 - Darcy's treatments are not successful, and she decided to stop her treatments for a better quality of life; April 2007 - My mom, Peggy at age 71 is having more and more medical concerns, and after a fall in a parking lot, where she hit her head because she blacked out, we continue with more regular hospital and doctor's visits (without getting any answers - all tests turn out fine); August 2007 - Peggy at age 72 passes away due to complications from diverticulitis because of her kidney disease; September 2007 - Darcy passes away at home after her battle with lung cancer; November 2007 - My mother-in-law. Nancy at the age of 63 passes away after being hospitalized with pneumonia. Her doctors did not expect her to pass away, and we chose not to have an autopsy. Her cause of death remains unknown, but was speculated by her doctors to be a blood clot, or heart attack.
As Ed expressed in one of his blogs, it is as if all color in life is gone. These past few years have been, and continue to be extremely difficult. Without the love and support of many, we would not be doing as well as we are. We have grieved and continue to grieve our losses. But the love and support of our family and friends makes it somewhat more bearable. Thank you!
On a more positive note, Ed has recently been employed. I have renewed my teaching certificate after taking two graduate classes this summer, and am looking forward to a new school year (I teach 5th graders.). This last month of summer, we have been able to enjoy our summer a little more. Chloe's playset was completed, Chloe has learned how to write her name, ride her bike with training wheels, and swim without her water wings. I can't believe how much she is learning, growing, and changing. She is getting bigger whether we want her to or not! Chloe turned 4 in June. :)
Again, thank you to everyone that has shared their care and concern. More posts will follow.
Remember, to take time to take care of each other!
