As many of you know, my mother has been in the hospital CVNICU for over a week now. It has been an emotional roller coaster for the entire family, and we are learning to take things one step at a time. Some days are full of little miracles, while others are heartbreaking and difficult to get through. For this reason, I haven't had much time to write or visit the blogs of my fellow writers. Our family is completely focused on my mother's health at this time and praying for her recovery.
The month before Mom became ill, we were invited to do some fun social activities with our adult children. They treated us to some crazy and interesting experiences, and of course, we had to drag them along with us to the annual Renaissance Festival as well (a family tradition). Below are photos of some of the events that we shared: a night at the Miami Ice Bar, bottomless mimosas at YOLO in downtown Ft. Lauderdale, "Whiskey Wednesday" at Mellow Mushroom, walking the nature trail at Morikami Japanese Gardens, and a fun night at home with the family after a great dinner around the fire pit. Nothing beats making lasting memories with the family! The only thing missing is the fly----who knew he was camera shy??
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I was wondering how you were doing and if you would be posting today. Thanks for the update and hoping for a good report soon.
ReplyDeleteHanging in there---but very little time to write and I miss it so much. Mostly just sending out syndicated material to other sites to keep things flowing, but unable to do any heavy duty writing on my own blog. One day at a time....
DeleteThinking of you and your Mom. And I SO agree. There's nothing more important than FAMILY!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Diane! XO
DeletePrayers for you and your mom!! xxoo
ReplyDeleteThanks! Pug hugs to you too, my friend! <3
DeleteSending positive vibes and prayers to you, your mom, and family.
ReplyDeleteLove the picture from ice bar! I went to one in London years ago, and it was a lot of fun. Take care!
They really are a blast! I went to one in Orlando a few years ago and had so much fun----was thrilled to see one open near my town!
DeleteI love the way you told the story of the month through pictures. Every bit as fun and entertaining as words.
ReplyDeleteI'm thinking of your mom and you're whole family. I hope each day is better than the one before and that she recovers quickly.
Thank you for the kind words, Karen. I appreciate it. xo
DeleteWhat a beautiful family you have!
ReplyDeleteThank you!
DeleteYou guys always seem to have such a great time (my life is incredibly beige in comparison!) I really hope your mum is on the up and up and you'll be blogging good news soon xx
ReplyDeleteI hope so too, Launna. Thank you!
DeleteYou're such a fun, happy bunch. Society needs that. :)
ReplyDeleteHappy weekend!
We do like to have fun.....
DeleteMarsha... I really hope your mom feels better soon... I am sending good thoughts and wishes out... remember to take a little time for yourself to take care of you... that is important... much love and hugs (((HUGS)))
ReplyDeleteThank you, Launna. She seems to be doing better each day!
DeleteGreat pictures of a beautiful family, and I hope your mother is better soon. Take care.
ReplyDeleteWe have a saying in my language that translates to something like "in life, joy and sorrow are tightly intertwined".
ReplyDeleteLove the pictures of the Ice Bar!
I hope your Mom is getting better. I keep thinking of you and your family!
I love that saying-----thank you for sharing it!
DeletePictures sure do tell a story, I love how much fun and joy you are all having. Your mom is in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Karen!
DeleteSending best wishes and prayers for your mom. The blogging can wait. It's not as important as family.
ReplyDeleteThank you for understanding, Phil. I feel bad because I have neglected all my readers and need to get back into reading and commenting on other blogs. Hopefully I will soon....
DeleteSorry to hear about your mama. Looks like you and the family had fun before your focus was shifted to her. Prayers for you all, my adopted family!
ReplyDeleteThank you---love you, Sarah!
DeleteSorry to hear about your Mama. Hugs and good thoughts.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Minette.
DeleteI'm so sorry about your momma. My thoughts are with her, you, and your family.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Robin.
DeleteGreat pictures! Looks like you're all enjoying yourselves. I hope your mom is feeling better and is discharged from the hospital soon. Take care.
ReplyDeleteShe's getting better every day!
DeleteI'm sorry to hear about your mom. I'll join you in sending up a prayer, for her, you and your family.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much!
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