Dec

21

Taking a breath




I wanted to post an update on my brother, after the scare we had on Thursday. He had a mild heart attack, and there are some other health issues going on that complicate things.  He got to come home today, but will most likely have to go back for more tests and possibly surgery (not heart related) after the holidays.  Nothing life threatening, thankfully, but definitely a wake up call.

Getting the phone call Thursday and rushing over there while the paramedics were there was so scary for me.  About 3 years ago, paramedics were called to my next door neighbors house, he had a heart attack at the age of 40.  But my neighbor didn’t make it.  When my husband was driving to my brothers house Thursday, that’s all I could think about. 

When my neighbor died so young, I remember thinking, that’s it, I need to get my priorities straight and concentrate on the most important things.  I had good intentions, but life gets in the way of those.  I’m determined now to set some realistic, yet hopeful goals for myself,  steps I need to take in my life to get my priorities straight.  I know it’s a cliche, when something like this happens we all think, I need to do better, and then continue down the path we’re on.  But I really want to get off this path, and find the right path for me.  And I’ve been reminded that we don’t have all the time in the world to do that.

I really appreciate and am so touched by the comments left after I posted about my brother.  The kind words and thoughts mean so much to me

 

I was already not really feeling the holiday spirit this year, and now I’m having an even harder time getting into it.  I feel thankful and blessed, but not at all into the hustle and bustle.

I finally gave up on the silly notion that I would ever get Christmas cards sent.  I will mail 1 card tomorrow, to my grandma, because it’s unheard of to not send a card to her.  But that’s it.  No cards, no family picture.  And I really don’t care right now.

I’m done shopping, except for groceries.  We do a small meal on Christmas, since it’s just the 4 of us and we’ll be heading out of town the next day.  Shopping, cooking and cleaning are about all I have left to do.  Which isn’t bad, except that I just want to hibernate right now.

Unless I have a huge burst of motivation or energy, next week will be a slow posting week for me.  The boys are out of school, so we’re going to make some gingerbread houses and do lots of yummy baking, and just enjoy each other.  Well, my sons probably won’t enjoy each other, but I can enjoy them.

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    Filed Under Family, Me, confessions | 4 Comments 

    4 Responses to “Taking a breath”

      1
        Melisa on December 21st, 2008 11:59 pm

        I am sorry you’re not “feeling it”, but at the same time, focusing on what’s *really* important (not cards, this year!) is good, right?

      2
        Sheri on December 22nd, 2008 8:24 am

        Yes, it is good Melisa, especially this year, to just focus on what’s important. Letting go of some of the pressure to get everything done feels pretty good, too.

      3
        Michelle on December 22nd, 2008 11:24 am

        I think your idea of just focusing on the kids and taking it easy is a good one. I’m glad to hear your brother is okay. My Mom had a heart scare in November and it was definitely a wake up call. Take care.

      4
        karissa on December 23rd, 2008 2:24 am

        thinking and praying.