Two recent events have caused me to think about my little family and I wanted to write my thoughts down. About a month ago one of my Dad's best friends from high school committed suicide. He had lived a very affluent life in Park City and was surrounded by friends with the same lifestyle. After retiring and draining his retirement, he couldn't face life or his friends and family without his money. This just broke my heart and made me think that I never wanted to be so concerned about money or "things" that they defined me or were the main purpose in my life. I have to say that at this point in life when Mike and I are living on student
loans and on a very tight budget I have never been so greatful and content with our life and I feel truly blessed and happy just how we are. I think it is easy for us all to say "things will be great when we have..." or to look to the future when life will be a little easier financially but when that time comes there will always be something else to look forward to. My uncle John Loosli also passed away this past week, after complications with a surgery. We have had a lot of loss either in our family or in families of those that are close to us. It just reminds me that life is unpredictable and to be greatful for each day we have with those we love. I am greatful for my two crazy little redheaded girls and my wonderful husband. We are so blessed!
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I'm sorry for you loss(es) as of late. But the revelations and the things it makes us stop and think about truly are eye opening. We KNOW it all the time but often need reminding.
(((HUGS)))
So sorry to hear about that. Your right...life is soooo unpredictable. I have learned to just take it one day at a time and be thankful for that day. I am so glad that you have a good perspective on life and that these sad things make you greatful rather than depressed. I'm so happy for your happiness in life with your darling little family. Love ya
Wonderful Post. Thanks! I appreciate your very sweet blog it is always thoughtful and well written. We are all truly blessed I am almost nervous for the day we will someday have money because these times have been incredible. I would not mind a little more traveling and some toys though. =)
Also, thanks for the cute announcement and congratulations you have two beautiful girls. I wish I knew them better.
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