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Turning 35

Posted on September 5, 2010 by Mary K. Smith

On Monday, I turned 35. To some it’s the beginning of the backside of 30. To me it holds a different meaning. You know how you always think of your age to your relation of your significant other. John was … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday, Ann!!!

Posted on April 14, 2010 by Mary K. Smith

Today is Ann’s birthday. But, she’s not here to celebrate. Sadly, Ann passed away from cancer in 2004… She never got to see us build our dream home… She never got to see us get married… She never got to … Continue reading →

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“No Balls”

Posted on November 13, 2009 by Mary K. Smith

Today, a friend and her daughter came over and we hung out and worked on some organizing around the house. I decided to tackle the trash bags sitting in the computer room that had been brought from AFD– John’s personal … Continue reading →

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Forever 35

Posted on November 9, 2009 by Mary K. Smith

Today, would have been John’s 36th birthday, but instead he’ll forever remain 35. I don’t quite know what I have planned for the day. I plan to get some yellow roses to take to the cemetery. It may seem silly, … Continue reading →

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First birthday without John…

Posted on August 31, 2009 by Mary K. Smith

Everybody, says that birthdays and holidays are difficult after you lose a spouse. I knew it would be difficult, but I didn’t know how hard it would be. I’ve found that if I’m prepared for things then I handle them … Continue reading →

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Hello world!

Posted on August 12, 2009 by Mary K. Smith

I’ve decided to start a blog. Mainly as a way of healing… a way of coping with my husband’s death. John passed away 3 weeks ago, yesterday from melanoma. John was the love of my life and the two of us … Continue reading →

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