Sunday, August 23, 2009

Trivial

I've written a dozen blog posts in my head today, but when I actually sit down with my computer to post one of them I just can't do it.

All the things in my head end up sounding so trivial on the heels of the not-so-trivial "thing" that happened a mere two weeks ago.

And I'm just not ready to blog about all of that quite yet. I may not be ready for a long time. I may never be ready. I don't know.

Lots of you have emailed to ask how I'm doing. For now...

I'm giving myself lots of space and lots of grace.

I'm letting each new day and each new emotion unfold.

I'm saying no to lots of things. To lots of good things. I'm taking naps (I took TWO yesterday and one today!) and learning that it's okay to let some things slide. I'm thankful for a husband who understands and encourages self-care. 

I'm hanging in there.

21 comments:

Nina Diane said...

sending good thoughts and good vibes to you...

Melissa said...

Mer,

I'm glad you're taking good care of yourself. Don't let anyone tell you how to grieve, and don't feel pressured to say yes to anything. Just let Jesus, your friends & family love on you!

lisa@littlesliceoflife said...

It sounds like you're doing exactly what you need to do. That's good, Mer. Real good. I think about you often.

Teri H said...

You are in my prayers! {{{hugs}}}

Gina said...

Mer,
I am just getting caught up. I am so sorry for your loss.
Sometimes, trivial is ok. It helps us hang onto "normal". I understand that things will never be the same, but these are the things that shape us into who we are.
Curl up into Abba's arms as often as you need. He'll be waiting.

Gretchen said...

Thank you for the update, Mer. I'll continue to pray those grace and space prayers over you, too. love, gretchen

Jackie said...

Space and grace - yes, girl. Give yourself as much of that as you need. No pressures, from us or anyone else. Lifting you up in prayer!

Kecia said...

You keep hanging in -- we'll keep praying.

Tiffani said...

yay for you, for knowing that it's ok to do those things...enjoy them, girl, every second...

Unknown said...

I am so glad to hear that you are taking care of yourself. You take as much time as you need...we'll be hear when you need us!

Love you.

Kendra said...

You are walking a road the we all will have to walk one day, and we all dread it. You hang in there and keep giving yourself time and space to process it all. I'm so glad you have a wonderful hubby and kids to hang on to.

Kelly @ Love Well said...

I totally get this, Mer. It's where you should be. Grief is incredibly good at blowing away the chaff in our lives.

Rest. We'll be here when you're ready.

Carpool Queen said...

Sounds just like what you need. I like that...space and grace....I need to give myself a little as well.

Becca~CapturingSimpleJoys said...

My prayers have been with you and are with you. Take your time, be with your husband and kids. Hold them close and do what you have to do. We'll all be here for you!

Moriah @ Please Pass the Salt said...

Very important, that self-care. If I were you I'd probably be hibernating.

The Bowden's said...

Continue to take good care of your and your hubby and kiddos. That's most important right now. Thinking of you!

Lauren said...

Meredith, that's all you can do, take one day at a time, but the most important thing is taking care of yourself. Love ya and thinking of you!!

Amber said...

Space and Grace.

I love that.

You are doing exactly what you need to be doing. Enjoy the peacefulness.

Deidre said...

Yes, thank God for a husband who understands. Praying for you...

Lindsay said...

Mer... Good to hear from you. Grief is different for all of us. Grateful that you're using grace and space as you walk this road. So thankful for your understanding hubby and family.

Anonymous said...

I'm hanging with you. Talking, not talking, whatever. But I'm with you.