Monday, November 2, 2009

I Don't Like Being Sad

I have a list of things I want to talk about this month and I was all ready to pick something from the list this morning and then I got some sad news.  My Aunt Nancy passed away this morning.  I'm sad to say that I didn't know her very well...she was mentally challenged but always remembered who I was and who I belonged to.  Even though I lived so far away, I thought about her often and always enjoyed hearing about how she was doing.  She had been in poor health recently....and now she's in heaven with my Grandpa.

I prayed for my Grandma and talked to my cousin Rachel on the phone and then I felt better.  My only regret being that I live so far away and can't attend the services.  Calvin is out of town all week so even if I could afford the trip...I couldn't go anyway.

I don't like being sad and there is rarely a moment without laughter in my house, especially when Alex is running around the house in Bobbi's high-heeled boots that he calls his tap shoes.  I think he is destined to be in the GLEE CLUB.




Then, I finally saw something to brighten my day!  Jen Lancaster announced the title, book cover and release date for her next fabulous book!



Coming to a bookstore near you May 4, 2010!

Come hell or high water...I WILL attend a book signing this time. If I have to travel to the ends of the earth! AS God is my witness...I will finally meet Jen Lancaster!
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25 comments:

  1. Rachel/ParkerNovember 2, 2009 at 12:47 PM

    I felt better after I talked to you too, Connie.

    Love you and will keep you posted on details.

    Call me anytime.

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  2. shortmamaNovember 2, 2009 at 2:25 PM

    Im so sorry for you loss. My prayers are with your entire family.

    I keep hearing about Jen Lancaster but havent read any of her books....at least I dont think so.

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  3. Mrs. MNovember 2, 2009 at 2:30 PM

    So sorry to hear the news about your Aunt, and that you are feeling sad. I ADORE "Alex's" boots! Get him in a tap class! I am reading Such A Pretty Fat right now - it's my first Jen Lancaster book, but I will be checking out the rest too!

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  4. NicolasaNovember 2, 2009 at 2:49 PM

    I am sorry for your loss.

    I can definitely see how Alex's "tap shoes" would keep laughter floating in your house!

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  5. ~Kristen~November 2, 2009 at 3:11 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss, sweet friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. xoxo

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  6. McValNovember 2, 2009 at 3:33 PM

    I'm so sorry about your aunt! I've got a senile, deaf uncle that lives with my parents. He never remembers who I am, but always has a smile and nods when I tell him, as if he knew it all along.
    You and your family are in our prayers today.
    You've got a true blessing of a little boy who can turn your whole mood around! Lucky you!

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  7. UnknownNovember 2, 2009 at 3:39 PM

    I am sorry for your loss sweet friend. Just know that she is in a better place....

    ~Becca

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  8. UnknownNovember 2, 2009 at 3:39 PM

    I am sorry for your loss sweet friend. Just know that she is in a better place....

    ~Becca

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  9. UnknownNovember 2, 2009 at 3:46 PM

    Oh Connie, I am so sorry :( I hope you are happy again soon. Love you girl! And love your sons 'tap' shoes :)

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  10. Raising Z and Lil CNovember 2, 2009 at 5:32 PM

    I'm sorry to hear about your Aunt. I'm sending a big hug your way!

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  11. tracey.becker1@gmail.comNovember 2, 2009 at 6:46 PM

    I'm sorry about your aunt...

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  12. AnonymousNovember 2, 2009 at 7:02 PM

    So sorry to hear your bad news.

    And I love Jen's books, too. It sucks that she no longer has comments enabled on her blog. I loved the comments as much as her posts.

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  13. JenNovember 2, 2009 at 7:19 PM

    I am sorry for your loss. And I love Alex is Bobbi's shoes. I think that Hayden will be joining him in Glee Club.

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  14. knoxvillepixieNovember 2, 2009 at 7:20 PM

    So sorry to hear that...thinking of you...

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  15. Jen @ tatertotsandjello.comNovember 2, 2009 at 7:25 PM

    I'm so sorry to hear about your aunt Connie. That is very sad news.

    I love the pic of Alex in Bobbi's boots - very cute! I hope your week gets happier -- too bad GLEE isn't on this week to cheer you up a little.

    XOXO
    Jen

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  16. EatPlayLoveNovember 2, 2009 at 7:38 PM

    Big hugs, Connie. I'm sorry and so glad your little ones put a smile on your face today (and mine!) too cute.

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  17. MegNovember 2, 2009 at 7:53 PM

    I'm really sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you. xx

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  18. onegirliegirlNovember 2, 2009 at 8:06 PM

    I'm so sorry about your Aunt, Connie!

    As you know I love Jen Lancaster, and can't wait for this next book!!! I really want to go to a book signing, too. I wish we lived closer :)

    xoxo ~Lisa

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  19. Sarah AndrewsNovember 2, 2009 at 8:27 PM

    Hi C:

    I am really sorry to hear about the loss of your Aunt. Hugs.

    When do you possibly have time to read books? Please.....tell me your secret!

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  20. JenniferNovember 2, 2009 at 8:29 PM

    I'm sorry you feel sad. I'm sending you a big virtual hug. Sit with the babies and get lots of hugs. That is always my remedy for sadness.

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  21. JenniferNovember 2, 2009 at 9:19 PM

    sorry for your loss...sending big hugs your way. loving the Glee inspired footwear! xoxo

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  22. TracieNovember 2, 2009 at 9:27 PM

    What a Glee-club cutie in his boots!

    I'm sorry for your loss.

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  23. KenlieNovember 2, 2009 at 10:28 PM

    I'm sorry for your loss...even when you're far away it's hard...

    And I'm excited about Jen's new book! I was thinking about her books earlier tonight as I was reading a book by Jennifer Weiner.

    I'll have to get to a book signing too...shouldn't be too hard here, right?

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  24. HaBNovember 3, 2009 at 1:27 PM

    (((HUGS))))

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  25. LynnNovember 3, 2009 at 7:35 PM

    Sorry to hear about the loss of Aunt Nancy. Death is seldom pleasant. You know she is sitting on Grandpas lap having a great reunion!

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I love you. You are my best friend! Your hair looks fantastic today!

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