Life Is (Still) An Attitude

So the attitude now is to not mourn the loss, but be grateful for what I have.  Oh, the loss is still there.  I miss my Walt and I'm sure that will get even worse as all of the commotion dies down, but I refuse to let it consume me.  Because of the love and caring that has surrounded me lately it would be impossible to deny how much I have to be grateful for.
Friends and family who traveled from afar, those who sent their love and support by mail, email, phone, etc. This has all been so special and I can't wait to tell Walt all about it because he would have loved it.  The memorial service was just what I envisioned.  The words were perfect, the emotion behind it all was heartfelt and kind.  I was so pleased.  The gathering after was amazing.  So many friends pulled together to set out a spread that was not only attractive and inviting, but soooooo tasty.  How can I ever thank all involved enough? I guess I just can't.  Please just know how much I appreciate you all.
Austin and Madison are staying with me for a couple of days.  At ages 14 and 12 they pick on each other constantly so I know they are normal kids.  They bring me a lot of joy.  Yesterday Austin cleaned out the chicken coop and Maddy mopped the floors.  I hung some new drapes on the big windows looking out on the backyard.  Never felt a need to have drapes there before, but somehow being alone makes you a little less secure so now I have more privacy.
And life goes on.

Love that Smiling Face

Just some of the goodies

Enjoying life