I got as sad email last week telling me that one of the girls that I went to thailand with last Oct died suddenly. Although I only met her on the journey it really shook me up. It was the 2nd death of a younger person that I knew in a week. I remember Jackie talking constantly about her children and so full of life and the changes she was undertaking. After getting over the shock of the loss of this good soul it made me really look at my own life and lifestlye and the things we put off so often.
So mentally I made a list of things to improve especially with the kids. I have always talked about and tryed to be there for them in these early years as I often remind others that you can not buy back these years. Dropping down to 2 days a week and making an effort to be with the kids in class at least once a week. The smile on their faces when I make the effort to pick them up and come into their rooms at school. Jarryd(11) still gives hugs and kisses in front of his mates, which is so great when I hear others talking about having to drop the kids up the road so that they look grown up hope mine never grow out of it. Jumbo just wants me there every day so I can help with the reading.
Jackies 2 children are the same ages and just adds to committment to enjoy them and show them the joys of the world together. To all those friends out there keep safe I would like to enjoy all your company for many years to come.
Cheers
Sue