I just had a wonderful visit with family over the Thanksgiving weekend and I am feeling so blessed. Our kids came home and our little granddaughter was here. She is just the sweetest little person!
My sister and brother-in-law were home, and my cousin and his family were in town as well. Thanksgiving Weekend has been a time of both gratitude and sadness in our family for 25 years. It was twenty five years ago that our Aunt Linda passed away of pancreatic cancer. A few years later, that same weekend, our Uncle Norm passed away at 63 years of age. The same age I am now.
We always think of both of them on Thanksgiving weekend, and of my Dad too, and Whitefish Lake. We spent so many Thanksgivings out there, having fun with our family, going for walks, playing with our kids. Our family is close, and our Aunts and Uncles, cousins would always try to get together over the holidays. We have so many memories of my Uncles Danny and Norm playing guitar, and singing, so many family dinners, and lots of times just hanging out, enjoying our time at the lake.
This year, because it’s been 25 years since Aunt Linda passed away, my cousins and their families all got together to honour her memory. I was so happy that we got to have a little visit with my cousin and his wife and their girls who came home for the weekend. My Aunt Linda would have been so proud of the man he has become, and the beautiful family that they have.
I still remember feeling so sad when my Aunt and my Uncle passed away and thinking that Thanksgiving weekend was cursed for our family. But now, with the passing of time, I can see that we have so much to be grateful for, and I cherish the memories that I have of my time with my Aunt and Uncle. I also have learned how fast time flies, and how fleeting life can be, and I think it’s made me appreciate my family even more, and the connections we share. I try to be more “in the moment” with people, and keep the pictures in my mind. I try to build good memories for my kids and my granddaughter.
Although the weekend never seems to be long enough, our little family was able to get out for a walk in the bush. Little Evee collected some rocks, and her Uncle Jake pointed out some moss for her and showed her how soft it was. Billy shared stories of his memories growing up around here and pointed out different areas where he played as a kid, as we walked along. It was so nice to be outside with our whole family, just enjoying our time together.
I am grateful for the wonderful people our kids have grown up to be, and I am so happy that they were able to come home and spend some time with us. This Thanksgiving Weekend was definitely a time of reflection, gratitude and love.
Cinnamon (2 drops)
Nutmeg (2 drops)
Orange (2 drops)
Vanilla (1 drop)
(Alternative - drop 6 drops of Thieves into a diffuser and enjoy!)
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