After the big race yesterday, I took a big nap. We then had Jeff and Sue Clark, and Pookie over for Thanksgiving dinner. Tom, as usual, made a delicious smoked turkey. It was truly yummy. It was a very quiet day and I will definitely do the "trot" again.
This morning we were awakened by a phone call from Jan. She called to let us know that our nephew, Joe, had committed suicide. We are all so saddened and wondering what we could have done better or differently. When something like this happens, you don't know what to say or do, so please just pray for us and our family.
I also want to say that if you have a relative who is struggling with alcohol or drugs, plead with them to get help. I do and I have. Be proactive. Empower them. Don't worry about being too harsh. Practice tough love and get them help. Once they are gone, it is too late to do anything.
We will be thinking of Joe this holiday and we will all be saddened by the loss. I would hope that through this tragedy, others may seek help. I hope that some of the family dynamics will be repaired. Maybe this loss will not be in vain, if healing can occur.
I want to end this blog with some profound quote, but none comes to mind. We are just numb and shocked. Please pray for Joe's family and friends. All of us.
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Shari Here is your quote God grant my the serenity to accept the things I cannot change courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference. This is what they say in all the meetings that Jim goes to and the Alanon meetings
Wow Shari, I just now sat down to catch up and what terrible news. We'll certainly pray especially hard about this tonight, and for Tom's family. You can be at peace with staying in Colorado; you can pray peace over the folks in Texas. If you do a service in the Springs, I almost think it'd be most special in someone's home -- kept small, dimly lit and prayerful. Though Joe was not a Christian you can find some songs and readings I bet. If I think of something I will let you know. Love you guys.
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