Where I have been

[Donna McCreary]

I appreciate everyone's comments. I am struggled with Jim's death and adjusting. But the other day, I had an epiphany. Even though we always assumed that I would go first, this is the way it was suppose to be. I am blessed to have family, friends, acquaintances, and even strangers who have come to my aid and helped with some daunting tasks. My son has been wonderful about coming home to help settle the estate and clean out the paperwork. Slowly, we are getting through the endless piles of papers and personal belongings. In our 38 years together, I don't think Jim every threw out anything . . . ever.

I strongly advice everyone to go through your belongings. Do not leave this task to your loved ones left behind. We just never realize how much stuff we accumulate until every item has to be removed from a room (painting and new floor). The amount of stuff that has been recycled, sold, donated, and tossed is staggering.