Pray for his peace

Sending out a prayer request for my Grandfather who is back in the hospital again. We need prayers for his peace and comfort.
May God Speed!

Prayers and strength

Not much new to report.
Staying busy with the boys and family.
I am praying daily for my Grandpa Sheahen. I pray that he gains strength and he gets well soon.

On the flip side, I am enjoying the conversations with relatives. Hopefully, a visit will be in order soon!

A lot of reminders

Lots of reminders of Dad lately....
Talks with his sister in AZ.
Superbowl
Grandpa Sheahen news
and some local basketball.

A lot of little things this past week have triggered memories.
When I talk with my relatives, on my Dad's side of the family I can't help but to be reminded of him. I am ok with that. I like that.

Sports always remind me of him. Wondering who he would have rooted for in the Superbowl. Not really sure, but probably the Saints, as they were the underdog.

Some positive news for the week is that my husband is going to coach Alex's softball team again this year. Again, something I know my Dad would have loved to have seen.

We are excited about the season to begin and have recruited a team of 14 kindergartners. Fun stuff.

That's about it for now.

Folding laundry thoughts

Tonight, folding laundry, I thought of my Dad.
A pair of Steve's windpants (like the ones you used to wear) and that was all it took to get me thinking. Dad, I miss you. Others miss you too. I often wonder how you are...what you are doing...and if you are ok. My faith helps somewhat, but I still have these questions running though my head. I can't think of the last day I haven't had a thought of you. In fact, I don't think there has been a single day since you have passed away, that I have not had something pop into my head that reminded me of you. I like that. I never want to lose this sense of remembrance of you. I like remembering good times, and sometimes I think about the not so good times. Either way, I think of you often.
I love you Dad!

Chicago Trip down memory lane

The rush of the holidays are over. I am finding that time doesn't sit still these days. Between my family and work. I have been a busy lady.

We recently took a trip to Chicago to recharge as a family. This was a well deserved and well needed vacay for us all.

Of course, going back there brought back memories of Dad.

Cub Fans everywhere, seeing the L Train which we took to Wrigley, driving though downtown, sightseeing, Solider Field, museums, and so much more.

We even made a trip to the HARPO Studios so I could have my pic taken by the OPRAH sign. :)

I thought of my Dad and our trips to visit relatives in IL. Paying tollways, shopping at G Mills. The drive provided me with lots of time to think and remember of those times.

It saddens me to think that those times are long gone and that I will not get to do those things with my Dad again, but on the other hand...I feel happy to be able to provide my children with some of the same adventures.

Dad, you would have been proud of us, and I know you were smiling down on us when we thought of you. I prayed silently at each spot that reminded me of my Dad. I couldn't help, but to smile when memories flooded my head.

We hope to travel back in the spring, and catch a CUBS game with the boys.

Dad, you are thought about and missed, everyday.

Christmas is almost here

Well, Dad
Christmas is almost here....
My kids are overjoyed and have been counting down the days for almost a month. It's fun to see their excitement.
I am doing well. Just can't help, but to think of those Christmas' when we were all together, wacky gift exchanges, good food, and laughs. Ah, the good old days for sure.
I miss all that, but look forward to making memories my children can share.

Just wanted to send a little note. I am thinking of Dad often.

Happy Birthday to my brother, Sam!

I would like to wish my brother Sam, a Happy 23rd Birthday. I remember a lot about that day-even though I was only a kindergartner. I got on the bus and left for school that day, and the bus driver asked me the same question she had for a week now. "Did your Mom hav that baby yet?' Katy and I always laughed and said, "not yet". After school, I remember seeing my Grandma Sheahen's car in our driveway. That's when I knew the baby was here!

Sam was a chubby little man, and my sister and I were proud. Hard to believe that was so many years ago!

Today, is a little emotional for all of us, especially Sam, who misses Dad probably more than anyone will ever know.

Thankfully, he spent some time at Mom's today-and I spoke with him earlier today on the phone.

Dad, you are in our thoughts today, like always, but I have a special request for you today-keep Sam in your thoughts and prayers on his birthday.
Thank you. and Love you too!