Long overdue update

Hello all,
I have stopped and started numerous blog entries over the past months, but have been unable to complete one for various reasons. So, I will post this one, even if it is incomplete.

Life for the family has been hard at times, other times we have never felt closer. The holidays were especially challenging, with each of us hitting a wall at various times. Like with Thanksgiving, the events and preparation leading up to Christmas were the most difficult. Decorating the tree, and taking it down, buying presents, meal prep were not the same. The day of each holiday was itself Ok, if not very good. The children continue to be an inspiration to me, with their resilience and positive attitude.

I never realized how empty I could feel without Jeanne.

Thank you to all that try to encourage us, or pray for us. I know I especially do not always ask or accept help well. So, thank you for trying anyway.

Pat Hazleton