Over the past eight weeks I have been trying to stay as busy as I possibly can - it's my Grandma Arnold's advice. As it is I will do just about anything to keep my mind occupied, because I still get really sad when I think about my boys and I'm trying my best to move on. I'm not sure if this method of avoidance is the best way to handle things, but it seems to be helping.
Some of the things that I been doing to keep busy are:
1- Reading. This has been a lifesaver over the last eight weeks. I have read SO many books. I will read anything I can get my hands on. Here is a list of the books I have read:
- For They Too Shall Be Comforted
- Gone Too Soon - The Life and Loss of Infants and Unborn Children
- Angel Children
- For They Shall Be Comforted: Grieving the Loss of a Child
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
- The Kingdom and the Crown - Fishers Of Men
- The Kingdom and the Crown - Come Unto Me
- The Kingdom and the Crown - Behold The Man
- New Moon
- Our Search for Happiness
- Faith of our Fathers - A House Divided
- The Last 3 months worth of Ensigns
- The Host
(For those wondering, that's a total of 5,046 pages)
2- Baking. I mostly bake cookies with Lilly. We average about two batches a week. I've also made bread a few times.
3- Hanging out with Lilly. I really don't know what I would do without her all day. Lilly is such a fun little girl and she's ALWAYS saying the funniest things. Here are some of her top moments:
- I gave Lilly a cookie and she laid down on the couch and said,
" Ahh.. now this is the life!"
- Gus gave Lilly something (I can't remember what) that she really wanted and Lilly smiled and said, "Daddy your my hero!"
-Whenever Lilly doesn't like something or doesn't want to do something she says, "That is definitely NOT my size!"
- We were driving home from the park one night and Lilly noticed the beautiful sunset and panicked, "Oh no, the sun is melting!"
- One afternoon we went to the botanical gardens in Vienna and decided to eat lunch in the back of the Highlander. While we were eating Gus said "I am having such a fun time eating here with you guys." Lilly quickly responded, "Daddy, it's my pleasure."
- While I was putting Lilly into her car seat, I grabbed Kat and moved her out of the way so I could buckle Lilly in. Lilly freaked out and said, "Mom be careful with Kat, she is my responsibility!"
Monday, September 7, 2009
Keeping Busy
Posted by Jenny at 9:37 AM
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I need reviews of the books you read. I'm so impressed. That is a lot of reading.
Lilly is too too funny. Steve actually laughed out loud reading "Now, this is the life."
You read a LOT! I also really enjoy reading to escape.
I found New Moon kinda depressing though the end was good. But, sometimes I like reading sad things when I feel sad. Hopefully it was helpful.
Honey, you escape like your mother! I'm so glad you have books to help you through this time in life! I have been doing the same thing,although not as many pages! Lilly is such a little wit,and so smart! I'm glad you have her also to keep you busy,and laughing on occasion! I'm so proud of you and Gus, and the way you are getting through this sad trial! Love you both.You are always in our prayers!
Your list is A LOT cooler than mine.
Mine is. . . sleep, cry, sort-of take care of my children, sleep, cry, cry. Totally not blog-able.
You are my hero! I am in awe of how you are surviving.
Good thing Lilly knows that Kat is HER responsibility! Where does she come up with this stuff? I am an adult, and I can't be that witty even when I am trying!!! Made me laugh soooooo hard!
I'm impressed with all the reading! You didn't ask for suggestions, but a really fun author is Shannon Hale--they are all fluff books, but really fun. I like them because they are quick reads too. And your little Lilly is really cute, I love the things kids say.
Jen SO cute! lilly is the cutest thing ever. i cant wait til i see you guys again. I love the pictures you put up. those quotes were making me laugh so hard as well. I love you!
Jen-
You are so strong and I just can't imagine how your strength and testimony has grown that last month or so. It sounds like Lilly is just loving life with mom. I'm glad things are getting easier. I love you, call me anytime you get a chance!
I am proud of you for reading. I watched ABC family chick flicks for weeks after I lost my little boy. Time does heal, I promise. I understand completely about the anger towards pregnant ladies. Keep going. You truly are amazing. We are thinking of you.
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