When you suffer a loss, you have choices. If we're not careful, we let others or circumstances determine our paths. But I've been fortunate to have the strength and support of so many that the decisions I made came more easily.
Mississippi Kite
The first hike I made after my husband died was one week after he passed. I took this hike with two of my sons and my daughter in law. A week later, I took another hike with my son, D as a remembrance to my husband. Then when everyone left I hiked alone. I didn't want to do it but I needed to spend time in nature. And as they say....the rest is history.
God lifted me up, my family held me close and friends and neighbors supported me.
Spending time in nature has allowed me to heal.
It has given me joy.
I have hope and now I am looking forward to a brighter future.
Life is hard for us all. We have that in common....we all suffer.
Don't give up. Find joy in the beauty that surrounds you and be thankful.
Words are not enough to thank you for your outpouring of love last week.
All of my blog buddies mean the world to me. We love and support each other....through thick and through thin. It's a good thing. I don't take it for granted.
And of course a special thanks to J. for hiking in the summer heat in Florida. I think he likes me, what do you think?
My hiking buddy J.A. joined us on this hike and that was super special! Thanks J.A. for being there for me for this most difficult year.
God bless you, each and every one of you.
With love, Diane 💜
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