The first two weeks have gone by smoothly. I'd say we've adjusted pretty well. I found that my patience runs out with the kids generally around 7pm, so I make sure to have them in bed by 7:30, by threat of no movies the next day (they love their Netflix, and we don't have cable). The first two days were the hardest, but I know a lot of people were praying for me, and I definitely felt their prayers. Those first hours were the most painful I've ever experienced, and I'm grateful I don't have to feel that pain every day. . . it would be debilitating.
We've found comfort in a lot of things:
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| The Daddy Dolls I made for them, and the stories and songs Dad recorded before he left. |
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| One another. |
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| ...and good company. |
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| Daddy Shrines and making sure Daddy Doll has good food... |
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| Glue and pouf balls... |
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| Patriotic stickers... |
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| And scissors and love notes for Daddy. |
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Laughter.
(It turns out, big sister's underwear is easy to put on.) |
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| Chores... ("Look Mom, we're witches!") |
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And more laughter.
(He's a born tease. I love that he's copying his sisters here.) |
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| But we still miss Daddy. |
I'm glad you guys are finding ways to cope with the pain. You are such an amazing woman, and mother, I know your family will have the strength you need at this trying time. I loved all the pictures of your kiddies... I especially love the underwear picture. :) Sending more prayers your way.
ReplyDeleteYou are so sweet JeriLynn. You amaze me lady!!
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