Hey, remember when I updated this blog like three times a week? Yeah, me too. I certainly didn't plan on taking a two-month hiatus from blogging, but 2017 hasn't exactly been kind to my family. If you follow me on Instagram, you might have some idea of what I'm talking about. Some of it isn't my story to tell, and truth be told, I'm not ready to get into the details that are mine to share. Suffice it to say that since my last post, I've either been sad, worried, or sick (or sometimes all three!), and just haven't felt up to photoshoots and upbeat posts.
Last weekend, my mother's family lost its matriarch, my grandma, and its hard to imagine our world without her. None of the words that come to mind quite seem to capture my feelings, so I'll wait to write about her until I feel I can do her justice.
Till then, though, I'll share the two most important things I learned from her. First, everything she did taught me to value the people I love, rather than status or money, and to take joy and pride in caring for the people I love. I've spent my life surrounded by the children she raised and I wouldn't trade that for anything in this world.
Second, she didn't wait for the right time in life to do the things she always wanted to do, which meant that she'd already packed a lifetime of adventures into the 49 years she'd lived before I was born, and had time for even more as her family grew. I hope I can remember, as adulting gets more challenging, to go out and do the things I dream of doing, rather than waiting till what looks like 'the right time' and missing out on creating a lifetime of memories.
Last weekend, my mother's family lost its matriarch, my grandma, and its hard to imagine our world without her. None of the words that come to mind quite seem to capture my feelings, so I'll wait to write about her until I feel I can do her justice.
Till then, though, I'll share the two most important things I learned from her. First, everything she did taught me to value the people I love, rather than status or money, and to take joy and pride in caring for the people I love. I've spent my life surrounded by the children she raised and I wouldn't trade that for anything in this world.
Second, she didn't wait for the right time in life to do the things she always wanted to do, which meant that she'd already packed a lifetime of adventures into the 49 years she'd lived before I was born, and had time for even more as her family grew. I hope I can remember, as adulting gets more challenging, to go out and do the things I dream of doing, rather than waiting till what looks like 'the right time' and missing out on creating a lifetime of memories.
Family Mets game, August 2013.
My family has been so touched and honored by all of the support that we've gotten from friends, coworkers, and neighbors. For me, though, I'd ask everyone to take the prayers they might say for my grandma and instead pray that this year, her beloved NY Mets finally win another World Series. I can't think of anything she'd like more.
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I'm so sorry for you loss, losing someone unexpectedly is always horrible. Take all the time you need until you're ready to blog again, and I can't wait to see the content you make then x
ReplyDeleteOh Emily, I'm so so sorry for your loss! It sounds like your grandma taught you some really valuable life lessons, especially the thing about just going for it and not waiting for "the right time!" She sounds like a down right inspirational kinda lady! Sending all of the love your way, take all the time you need away from the blogging world to be with your family!
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I think that we can all relate to this post.
ReplyDeleteFirst, welcome back, lovely! ( ´ ▽ ` )b
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry 2017 has been such a hard year for you so far and that things have been a bit down. I’m also sorry that you lost someone incredibly close to you (I definitely understand that feel) and I’m glad that you’re allowing yourself the to grieve and come to terms with everything before sharing some so private it with us.
I have all of the faith that things'll get better for you and 2017 will be an overall great year for you. (￣∇￣人￣∇￣)
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I'm so sorry for your loss... I can't imagine what you've been through, but I'm always here to lend a helping hand if you need it! I'm glad that you decided to take time off to focus on yourself, and that you came back when the timing was right (don't want you to blog when you're feeling low, do we?)
ReplyDeleteLizzie Bee // Hello Lizzie Bee
I'm sorry for your loss. I hope 2017 will stop being an ass to your family. I already started to miss you on Twitter and Instagram. Hope things will get better real soon now!
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Oh, em. I've honestly missed you so much during your break, but I completely respect why you've had to step away. It's wonderful to see you're up to blogging again. These are sweet lessons to take from a loved one. I'm sorry for your loss. This has been a hard year for you, but you'll be so strong when you make it through it all xx
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Welcome back to blogging! I'm so sorry for your loss, that must be so hard to deal with. Your mum sounds incredible. Big hugs
ReplyDeletePaleGirlRambling xo
Losing someone we love is the toughest moment in our lives . when my grandmother pass away it was the most hardest thing in the world to get through and till this day is still hard but, you're a strong woman and you'll get through it. I'm sorry about your loss, my condolences to you and your family...
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Stacey
Girl, if anyone knows that its tough to start up your blogging again after life altering things happen....it's me! With that in mind, I'm happy to see you are back....blogging is cathartic for sure! However, I'm sad to read the news this blog entry brings. You and your family in my prayers...as are the Mets <3
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry for your loss, Emily. I'm keeping your family in my thoughts.
ReplyDeleteShe sounds like she was an amazing woman.