Why the blog: Jerry died yesterday. Not even 24 hours ago. I had always assumed that the day that happened would mark the end of the world, but here we are coming on the 24-hour mark since the love of my life took his last breath, and I seem still to be here. I've spent the past four months or so engaging in blogging on CaringBridge, keeping people up to date on what was happening with Jerry, finding all that writing to be therapeutic, to a small degree. But that story is over. Now begins the indescribably difficult task of keeping going without my best friend, my soulmate, the man of my dreams, for the rest of my life. I'm thinking blogging on might be a good thing to do. Still to be seen if I continue to think it's a good thing... but this is a start.
In the photo above: Bud Oliver and Jerry in August 2009. Not even a year ago. Before the nightmare began. Photo by Robert Chambless.
Karen -
ReplyDeleteI am so very glad that you have started this space. I hope you feel open to talk about whatever you want to talk about whenever you want to talk about it. I'm sure so many have told you that talking will help - here you get to decide on the conversation. I'm sure the blog will evolve with you as you start your journey....I look forward to reading despite the reason for you starting this blog.
I think of you & Jerry everyday and will continue to do so.
Much Love -
Sara
I am thinking of you so much, Karen, as you pass through the heavy gates into this new part of your life's journey. I hope this blog helps. It will be lovely to hear how you are doing and cheer you onward.
ReplyDeleteLove.
One day at a time, or even one moment at a time--hang in there!
ReplyDeleteSending good thoughts your way.