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still belated Christmas greetings

Christmas has been and gone for this year... Its was celebrated in true style but we couldn't help but notice gaps and missing persons....
my 3 yr old grand daughters family portrait,
daddy, mummy herself and her sister - with eyes mouth, hair and christmas hats 
Back in May my beautiful daughter lost her soul mate - the father of her two children and her best friend.   It was sudden death and while classed as natural, there was nothing natural to those left behind.  Aged only 30 Jay died unexpectedly and his death left a hole beyond belief in his family and friends.  Yes as a son in law we didn't always see eye to eye but it made for an interesting relationship and I can never fault how much he loved those girls in his life. 

So this year, Christmas for us, has been different.  Its not been bad, we couldn't allow that - Jay wouldn't want that, we have made it as fun as we could for everyone - especially the girls.  But it has had expected tearful moments and I know he is sorely, truly, madly, deeply missed by my amazing girls.  My daughter is so strong and brave and I  am so proud of her as she puts her face on every morning and faces the world and keeps going.  No one can share her pain, its a lonely journey she makes on her own.. There is massive support from her marvelous friends and as a family we will stand with her however she needs us to but every day holds and brings memories and moments... its difficult and will be for some time to come...

For my girl and her lovely girls and those other friends of ours who are struggling with different events in their lives I hope this new year brings some peace, some solace, some kind of resolution to help life go on in a kinder way.  

Meanwhile - here it is it merry Christmas, everybodys having fun , look to the future - its only just begun
love the face when she realizes it REALLY IS A LAP TOP!!!!!

Little legs totally over whelmed by excitement crashed even before dinner - slept 17 hours 
I hope everyone found some happy moments in this festive time ... bring on 2019 😄 we will make it a year to remember in the best way we can

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