Brady and I spent the afternoon celebrating a life cut short much too quickly. One of my best friends lost her mom recently. Her sister lost her mom, and her dad lost his wife. I can’t imagine being in their shoes, and I’m thankful to not have to. The emotion in the room was raw, but it was not all sorrow. I had definite feelings of celebration and love. It was a beautiful service. And honestly, I miss my Jessica very much. It was nice to see her for a few moments and be able to hug and kiss her. I know I can’t bring comfort, but she has God and He is the ultimate comfort. Their family will go on living, just as Pam is still living with our Heavenly Father. We all have lots to be thankful for.
While we were at the church catching up with friends from work, Dekker spent the afternoon playing with Auntie Caity and Uncle Stefan in a blanket fort. Apparently he didn’t cry or fuss at all, which is a huge relief. But I felt confident leaving him alone with two completely loving and totally capable family members. Plus, he saw us leave and didn’t eve seem to care, which was awesome!
Deks went down for a nap around 5pm and we arrived home at 6. We let him sleep until 7:30 with the intention to put him to bed around 8:30. I know, it seems short but theres usually only about an hour in there. However, he was out cold and waking him didn’t go over well. He ate pretty well but was completely pissed right when he was done. We made a valiant effort to keep him happy until about 8:15 when we finally bit the bullet and put him back to bed. He proceeded to chat and sing for probably an hour before he actually fell asleep. Funny boy. Whatever makes him happy!
As Dekker slept, the four of us headed outside for a fire. I think most of us were feeling pretty wiped so it was a relatively quiet event, but so nice to be outside getting some air. Caity also surprised me by making a birthday cake. No, its not my birthday but its coming up, and since we were all together, she made a super delicious pumpkin bundt cake with a cream cheese icing drizzled overtop. Cake and coffee was served outside, which was wonderful.
We packed it in at 11pm and as I can no longer seem to find the right position that allows me to breathe, I’m going to call this good enough for tonights post so I can finally lay on my side with a pillow between my knees.
Sleep deep.