Where I have been

[Donna McCreary]

Hi Everyone,
I have missed visiting the forum and hope to be much more faithful in participation. There have been major changes in my life recently. Last year, my husband, Jim, became ill, and I became his care giver. He passed away on May 4. Since then, I have been sorting through his belongings, settling estate matters, and doing some much needed remodeling and repairs to the home. These tasks are not completed, but I am settling into a life and schedule.
I look forward to engaging in conversations with each of you again.

[RJNorton]

Welcome back, Donna! I am sorry to hear of your husband's passing.

[Gene C]

We are sorry to hear of your loss Donna.
Hopefully your friends on the forum can provide some small measure of comfort to you and the forum will give you an enjoyable place to spend some time in.

[LincolnMan]

Yes, Donna. We are so sorry to hear about your loss. You have our support. Welcome back!

[Dave B]

Very sorry to hear of your loss.

[J. Beckert]

I'm very sorry for the loss of your husband, Donna. You're in my prayers.

[Anita]

Very sorry to learn of your husband's passing.
Welcome back..

[Eva Elisabeth]

I second the others, Donna, I hope for better times for you to return now, even if nothing might be as it was.

[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.

[Steve]

I'm sorry to hear of the loss of your husband, Donna.