Last week I spent a precious six days with My Dad in Atlanta taking him to doctors, getting his things together to sell his home, selling his car and preparing for his move to New England.
We are in transition mode ... looking to find a place for him to spend the next chapter of his life. We will hopefully have him settled in the next month or so ... but until then we are having a family shift. He has come to live with us. Rooms have taken over new ownership ... furniture has been moved to make everyone comfortable. Christopher just turned 16 and now has ownership of the basement. He is in heaven and we may never see him again! We even moved the microwave out of it's home in the island up to the countertop to make things easier for My Dad.
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We are in the Thick of Life ... It is an important time and as this Thanksgiving and Christmas approach I am blessed to have such a wonderful and supportive family. And a Father that trusts us to take care of him ... and although we have moved him from all that is familiar and comfortable ... he knows we are helping him make this next phase of his life positive and happy.
My kitchen has always been where the kids gather, pancakes are cooked up, and kids hover around and share the drama of their lives. We are spending even more time here now and I am valuing this like never before.
I hope as the holidays take over these next few weeks you all take a look at the wonderful families you have and appreciate every minute. Even if we don't live up to our own expectations of making everything PERFECT over the holidays ... it is our family that is number one. No matter what!
xo
kim
I think I may be having the same life experiences as you, in a few years. Sandwich generation...kids and elderly parents at the same time. My daughter wants to take over our basement...not yet. Have a great holiday. We will all miss these days when they are over.
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving Kim! I have been where you are and although it is not easy at times you are so correct it is the "thick of life"! Your Dad sounds like a lovely guy...
ReplyDeleteThis is so touching Kim, and as you know, Ive been through it. You are doing a wonderful thing for your family and you are such a lovely role model for your kids. Bless you and your family, and I pray your Dad is settled and happy in this transition, and that you all have a wonderful holiday! I love your kitchen btw!
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Nancy! I wish this was my kitchen!! Mine is similar ... but this one just says "home" to me!! xo
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ReplyDeleteLife is funny! One minute you are the "child" and the next you are taking care of generations! It's not easy. Your Dad is very lucky to have you! Very lucky! I know you will make his new "life" enjoyable and happy. Take it day by day and enjoy family!
Blessings to you as you navigate this road. We are travelling on a similar path as my dad just passed away. All the best to you.
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving Kim. I wish you and your family happiness and peace during this transition time. I know it will be challenging at times but it sounds like you have a great support system. - Brandy
ReplyDeleteOh Kim, your sweet post made the tears flow. You are so sweet to welcome your father into your home and accommodate his needs. Your open arms to this change is very inspirational. Bless you and your family!
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving to you and your family. Isn't all of it the "thick of life"? Enjoy this time.
ReplyDeleteKerry! You are so right ... sometimes it feels a little "thicker" ... but it is life after all!!
DeleteKim, I'm going through the same type of things....taking care of parents and still have one at home. It can be a challenge sometime...I try to find the humor in things so I don't get sad....It seems to work!
ReplyDeleteWow! What a wonderful post! I know you miss your mom and this will be the first series of holidays... It will be so special for your family and your dad to all be together. Will be thinking about all of you. And thanks for the reminder that we should treasure every minute w our loved ones. Happy turkey day!
ReplyDeleteLovely, timely post! Really makes you appreciate your family. I am sorry for your loss. I bet your Dad is enjoying this time with you. Happy Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteWell said, Kim! So easy to forget in our busy lives. Happy Thanksgiving to your family
ReplyDeleteAll the best Kim! I hope your family has a wonderful holiday! He's so blessed to have you guys.
ReplyDeleteGreetings! I can clearly see that you undoubtedly understand what you are writing about over here. Do you have a degree or an education which is somehow associated with the theme of this blog article? Can't wait to hear from you.
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