mamamusings

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Friday, 12 December 2003

moving forward

Many thanks to all of you who sent words of comfort—via comments posted here, email, postal mail, phone and even in-person visits. It was, and continues to be, a great source of comfort to me and to my family.

The shiva period ended yesterday morning, and now it’s time to start moving forward. There are legal issues, financial issues, emotional issues, and more. Life is complicated, and dealing with a sudden death doesn’t make it less so.

But in addition to helping my sister put her life back together, I need to remember to keep my life on track. As many people have reminded me, my kids and husband need me, too, and I can’t put work on hold forever (tempting though that might seem). So today I’m taking a day off from comforting others, and taking care of myself—spending time with my family, catching up on work, remembering to appreciate the most important things in my life. And yes, that includes blogging.

Posted at 11:50 AM in: family
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Comment from George on December 12, 2003 11:59 AM (Permalink to Comment)

You and your family are still in my thoughts, Liz. Take care.


Comment from Brandon on December 12, 2003 12:25 PM (Permalink to Comment)

All my best, Liz. I wish you and your family, especially your sister, strength in healing.


Comment from David Sifry on December 12, 2003 2:16 PM (Permalink to Comment)

My God, I'm so sorry. You and your sister are in my prayers.

Dave


Comment from Halley Suitt on December 12, 2003 8:23 PM (Permalink to Comment)

I know what a good caretaker you are, so please take the day to care for YOURSELF. We miss you and send our love and support to you and yours.


Comment from Joseph on December 13, 2003 6:36 PM (Permalink to Comment)

Just checking in today & discovered what had happened. What can we say about this poor, dark world? Sending you whatever light I can. Take care.


Liz sipping melange at Cafe Central in Vienna