So - I have taken a moment this last week. I had to travel to Arlington. It is always a tough time for me to be back in Arlington in December. The weather was rainy and my days were filled with meetings at work. After my first day there I retired to the hotel and was about to head down to the gym when I had a knock on my hotel door. I looked through the peephole and saw Samantha hiding off to the side of the door. I opened the door and was just beside myself. I was speechless. I was so very thankful and shocked that she followed me to Arlington. She arranged for childcare and purchased a ticket a month prior. It was a complete secret and I have no idea how I didn't get a hint of it or anything. Anyway, we were able to spend a few days there after my work as a "vacation". It was nice.
One of Jan and my friends from long ago posted on my Facebook a video about grief. For those that have never lost someone all I can say is it was very touching. It was very real. I both love and hate December. I relive that hellish moment every year and I strive to put on my happy face but for me it has just been a few tears.
So - I'm back and will write again tomorrow.
