So, It's Been A Year...

Mom died a year ago this morning. There are constant reminders. When I first entered the kitchen this morning a photo of her and Lynnleigh greeted me on our electronic frame. That gave me pause, I drew a deep breath and then smiled. Then there are the cardinals... I saw two yesterday. There are constant God-winks. I miss you, Mom. 

It's all good, the reminders are comforting to me. Life goes on; one day at a time. 

We made another trip up to New England to check on Dad, this one was more challenging, weather wise. He's doing okay, it's a day at a time. He enjoys talking on the phone and visits from old friends. This past year has been hard on him, he's lonely and his health issues have taken a toll. While we were away I needed to keep my hands busy in the evenings. 

This little Primitive Santa slowly took shape.

Once the roads up north were finally cleared a beautiful landscape was revealed. 

This is my favorite building in Laconia, NH; the public library. Isn't it beautiful?

Once back home again, the trees went up...

The house was decorated. (Note: newly cross-stitched pieces were finished and framed~ nothing fancy, DIY, Amazon frames).

...and Christmas sewing is underway. Whatever gets done, gets done. 

There's always next year, right?

So, it's been a year. 

I'm still here and it's Christmastime once again.

Life is Good!