Holidays

Well, we are done with our Spaulding class on Tuesday and that means that we are done the final training leg of being parents right before the holiday season sets in. The holidays are hard for me not having my dad around.  The holidays were hard for Dad too.  His mom passed away from colon cancer when he was 14.  So like father like daughter I guess. I know that Dad would have been a great resource, support, and person to talk to about parenting issues.  He would have been a great listener and I know he would understand the hardships of being a parent (I wasn't always this easy to get a long with :-))It makes me sad to think that he won't be able to be a part of our new chapter with our kiddo.  But also, on the other hand, I have an amazing step mom and mom mom that are both kind, caring and have their own stories of raising what some might call difficult children. I know that my kid will be loved, treasured, and spoiled by all of his grandparents.  I just wish Dad could be one of them. I feel blessed that my family is so great.  Dad left behind a treasure trove of people.  Miss you dad like crazy.   Remember to make the most of the time you have with the people you love.  They are here one day and gone the next.  Love you all
~laura