I agree...

We must keep our words going. If only a bit at a time. Seems earlier today I had thought about our blog and in my head formulated some thoughts, but now they are not there. I feel sure Diane would want us to continue talking as if she were a part of it. Perhaps that is how we should write - just as if she was going to read them and chime in with words of wisdom. How we all miss her words.

You know, the words by emails, blogs and occasional phone calls were what she gave us and maybe she couldn't give us anymore than that - like attending get togethers, joining us on our overnight, etc. It just didn't seem to be in her makeup to be able to do those things. It was almost like there was a huge tether that kept her near her family. I know she loved and loves us, but sometimes we expected too much of her. I miss you so much Diane.

So what have you been doing girls? I know you are busy keeping your house neat and tidy for prospective buyers, Liz and you have probably been busy decorating your new abode Susie, but that can only take so many hours a day. I have been doing some of the same ole same ole - visiting the nursing home, bowling, playing Mah Jongg and actually working in the yard. That is my least favorite thing to do. In fact I just came in and am cooling down before I take my shower.

I did go on the New Bern Historical Homes Tour a few weeks ago. My goodness there were some beautiful homes that people allowed us to glimpse. I hope my drool didn't damage any of that fine furniture.

It was wonderful having Troy home for a week. The circumstances were not the best but we enjoyed having him with us for the time. He will be meeting us in Columbus for the Race for the Cure Walk. He said if he could get a flight into New Bern he might come here and ride to Ohio with us. I think he is going to have a rocky time getting things settled in Denver. He and Bobbie seem to have agreed on a settlement, but the papers have to be drawn up and signed. It is certainly generous on his part.

I have been writing thank you notes for the many condolence cards I have received and some of the ones I agreed to write from the visitation. I just get so sad when I start thinking of everything and end up boo hooing. I think I am getting better then it starts again.

You had some good ideas, Liz. I am going to contact the Hope Lodge in Greenville and see what needs they might have. I think I am going to contact Hospice too.

That is about all I can report of my exciting life. Now let me hear about yours. I love you two so much.

Lori