"ITS TIME TO CREATE NEW MEMORIES"  MY DAUGHTER TOLD ME ONE DAY...  This was her astute advice because she knew that not only were we sharing the grief of losing her sister, but that I was also struggling with the coupled grief of nearly losing her as well.  I still can't erase the horror of hearing a doctor say "we are losing her and you need to tell her goodbye."  But, my daughter has done a lot to try to help me to remember newer things and better times.  Sometimes it is more effective than others!  The loss of her sister still weighs heavily on us both.  I do find that the things--the stuff--that she held dear brings me warmth.  A sudden memory of her face delighted by something simple...like these Cups & Saucers with Carousel Horses...


 During one of her many hospitalizations a thoughtful friend sent her a gift of flowers arranged in a cup and saucer set like these.  Because we shared a love for Merry Go Rounds, when the flower arrangement came through the door...it wasn't the flowers that made her eyes shine...it was the cup and saucer.  These make me smile to remember her delight!
https://www.rubylane.com/item/168085-FLOCAR/SET-4-Carousel-Horse-Teleflora-Collectible

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