tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post5132250818962513882..comments2024-03-22T04:01:14.613-04:00Comments on Life According to Steph: TWTW - the one with the circle of lifeSMD @ lifeaccordingtostephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09884611147965544589noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-46504284621770209132016-05-27T11:31:04.272-04:002016-05-27T11:31:04.272-04:00So sorry for your loss. A post funeral gather is a...So sorry for your loss. A post funeral gather is a great honor. We do one every year for my grandma and we all cry a little, but laugh a lot! It's important.<br />-Linds Lindsayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14916687782354452239noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-56329505762924420192016-05-26T13:46:51.346-04:002016-05-26T13:46:51.346-04:00mmmmm meatball sandwich. i love how the dogs stand...mmmmm meatball sandwich. i love how the dogs stand on either side of you, and Mae is laying down. so cute. and i laughed at the don't steal this baby monitor. so cool. that song is beautiful, and i didn't really understand the gathering/lunch after a funeral until i got older. it's hard to let go, and it's nice to be surrounded by people who share the same grief as you, i think. for a short time.Kristen @ See You In A Porridgehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09592108031437491276noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-72332209953022352482016-05-24T13:38:45.211-04:002016-05-24T13:38:45.211-04:00The inevitable reunions surrounding funerals are S...The inevitable reunions surrounding funerals are SO bittersweet. And I'm glad you had a good cry, I have no doubt that that was what you needed in that moment. I am so very sorry, again, for your loss. Your efficiency studio looks wonderful and I bet the beach was a good place to center yourself again (save for the renter noise). Caitlin @ Candyfloss & Persiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10643817536737845811noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-61475197486552867302016-05-24T10:02:45.437-04:002016-05-24T10:02:45.437-04:00I have soaps from that place! I thought the label ...I have soaps from that place! I thought the label looked familiar and then saw RB. My FIL is a fan. Your efficiency is so nice and welcoming and better than any hotel I could imagine. And holy chubby baby, they are always the cutest. Yay for a new "nephew!"Laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01625993635674294934noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-19501916739145535382016-05-24T09:32:11.270-04:002016-05-24T09:32:11.270-04:00Relaxing at the shore is a great way to ease back ...Relaxing at the shore is a great way to ease back into life after a day of sadness.<br /><br />The weather here is still very early spring and with 7 days of school left I'm going to need summer to get here soon. I have plans of chasing sunrises, sunsets, and full moons with my camera and I want to do it in shorts and flip flops!Kelli @Kellibeanshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10238309385635022369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-43485191315309534642016-05-24T07:38:52.438-04:002016-05-24T07:38:52.438-04:00To have something like that song after someone is ...To have something like that song after someone is gone always bring both a smile and tears for me. I love having that special piece of them and being able to hear their voice and imagine them saying/singing whatever it is. Sounds like you made the best out of an emotional weekend and I would have needed the cleaning, too. Love that polish color! We have Wawas down here, but I've never tried their salads. Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14948863014355166268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-4985089085311812402016-05-23T23:01:48.005-04:002016-05-23T23:01:48.005-04:00Certainly sounds like an emotionally draining week...Certainly sounds like an emotionally draining weekend.<br />Pizza is the best comfort food though.Kristinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12075708535155080258noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-62535954325198001722016-05-23T22:50:14.529-04:002016-05-23T22:50:14.529-04:00That meatball sub looks fucking fantastic.
That s...That meatball sub looks fucking fantastic.<br /><br />That song. Whoa. I can only imagine the emotions filling that room when your/his friends played that song.Erin of TexErin-in-SydneyLandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09744003004126232764noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-14655493401104191172016-05-23T21:32:55.228-04:002016-05-23T21:32:55.228-04:00Man, you really hit both ends of the spectrum this...Man, you really hit both ends of the spectrum this weekend! Glad you got to reminisce and also meet a new baby. Laura Darlinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05817637305623694718noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-8674686915376298652016-05-23T18:49:34.552-04:002016-05-23T18:49:34.552-04:00You know, I never understood the gathering that to...You know, I never understood the gathering that took place after a funeral either when I was younger. I always felt like why would people want to continue to be sad after that event. But truth is, usually you end up sharing stories and bring smiles of the memories. It has been a long time since I have been to Big Lots for anything, I need to creep mine out soon. Patiently awaiting your donut recipe. I never did go get that damn donut baking tray I saw. Need to do that!Nadinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06920454010509077779noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-44370888363753377992016-05-23T17:37:28.363-04:002016-05-23T17:37:28.363-04:00homemade donuts and working from home sound like t...homemade donuts and working from home sound like the makings of a perfect day. I can't wait for that recipe. I totally feel you on the big cry. feels so good afterward! xxlauren alford designhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03553839804166048183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-85644749965268884792016-05-23T15:50:04.797-04:002016-05-23T15:50:04.797-04:00Sorry again for your loss - sometimes we all do ne...Sorry again for your loss - sometimes we all do need a really good cry. Have I ever mentioned you always seem to have the BUSIEST weekends? Yesterday I literally cleaned and went food shopping and felt like I ran the NYC marathon and needed a break. #Lazy Ali Arnonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15481407457549302387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-76903222548112515972016-05-23T15:19:26.110-04:002016-05-23T15:19:26.110-04:00So sorry for your loss! I think actually having a ...So sorry for your loss! I think actually having a good cry can really help, though. Sending you some hugs!Cara (Kindly Unspoken)https://www.blogger.com/profile/05646839632185816703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-46095848295304267372016-05-23T14:47:18.313-04:002016-05-23T14:47:18.313-04:00Sometimes all you really need is a really good cry...Sometimes all you really need is a really good cry. I know that sometimes it'll make me feel better, especially after something terrible has happened. And I'm glad that you went to the lunch afterwards. It really can be so wonderful to talk about it with other people, and your memories are how you can keep your lost friends and loved ones alive.Ashley Lillishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07780724561089709501noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-6399487661522446422016-05-23T14:30:30.385-04:002016-05-23T14:30:30.385-04:00Working from home + homemade donuts?! Yes please! ...Working from home + homemade donuts?! Yes please! Can't wait for the recipe tomorrow! Sorry for your loss, and sending more *hugs* your way. It's always great to see those you don't see very often, but it's so hard when it's under such sad circumstances. <3Kate at Green Fashionistahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11104665064880942943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-40076184106260134322016-05-23T13:07:03.422-04:002016-05-23T13:07:03.422-04:00Things that are nicer than my house: the efficienc...Things that are nicer than my house: the efficiency. <br /><br />Quite a weekend you had. I feel I have nothing more to add since we've already talked about most of this. But I'm glad you got the cleansing cry out and there's sometimes nothing like a baby to make you feel better. Jana @ Jana Sayshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15501814243709445827noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-45908851527685311802016-05-23T12:32:08.504-04:002016-05-23T12:32:08.504-04:00I'm glad you were able to cry it out - everyon...I'm glad you were able to cry it out - everyone needs a good cry. :) how cool that the other Mikes performed his song. What an amazing tribute to such a young life gone too soon. sara [at] journey of doinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09328180529729262449noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-65260363529525016332016-05-23T12:27:59.632-04:002016-05-23T12:27:59.632-04:00The circle of life is really interesting. And I lo...The circle of life is really interesting. And I love that song he wrote. How neat that they sang it. We do miss out on voices, that's something I don't really think about. A good cry is a necessity, I had one last week. Helene in Betweenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03734694540206484285noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-42471246918241518952016-05-23T11:51:50.551-04:002016-05-23T11:51:50.551-04:00I'm not usually a meatball sub fan but that lo...I'm not usually a meatball sub fan but that looks delicious.<br /><br />I'm sorry for the loss of your friend :( That' so hard. I'm glad you had some warm, familiar friends around this weekend. And snuggling a baby is always good for the soul! Audrey Louisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01593561585985740053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-12241225696331394842016-05-23T11:09:53.373-04:002016-05-23T11:09:53.373-04:00You are so right - I never got the 'food after...You are so right - I never got the 'food after funeral' thing but it is a good place to sit & have fellowship with others - hear stories, laugh, cry, all with others around. <br />i'm glad you got that good cry out & then finished it up with a baby holding session - that's good medicine. My grandma always used to tell me - one in, one out... that made me think of her with your weekend of a funeral & a new baby.Rebecca Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03965781380511208862noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-65030989271951379392016-05-23T10:59:45.943-04:002016-05-23T10:59:45.943-04:00What an up and down weekend. Glad you got to see b...What an up and down weekend. Glad you got to see both babies! Love that picture of you, Kim, Laura and MBD. Gwenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10673986016485754373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-90762209468627521302016-05-23T10:55:08.809-04:002016-05-23T10:55:08.809-04:00Most definitely a circle of life weekend. It alway...Most definitely a circle of life weekend. It always sad that it seems like the only time we see some old friends is at funerals. And I never used to understand the power of a good, cleansing cry but I do now. Tanya @ A Mindful Migrationhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12662395965850097235noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-33692197317194030432016-05-23T10:45:35.461-04:002016-05-23T10:45:35.461-04:00I can't believe we are almost to memorial day....I can't believe we are almost to memorial day. This spring has flown by! <br /><br />Also, I firmly believe in the cleansing power of a good cry...preferably when done alone. Aprilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11274306444310696264noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-73976062732477156292016-05-23T10:38:08.544-04:002016-05-23T10:38:08.544-04:00Sorry to hear about the passing of your friend...l...Sorry to hear about the passing of your friend...letting a good cry out is sometimes needed for the soul. Luckily you had baby Michael around to brighten things up a bit. The efficiency is looking awesome!Emily @ Martinis | Bikinishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13771245700613396017noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-80888412597207079482016-05-23T10:08:40.419-04:002016-05-23T10:08:40.419-04:00Circle of life. Big time. One Michael swapped for ...Circle of life. Big time. One Michael swapped for another Michael ! Michael Dotta is on the other side with MBD's Grandpop Michael. So many Michaels. Each one very special and unique. Big cries in the car are the best. I hate when you cry , but it's very cleansing ! Such a release. Hate the red eyes, though. When one of my chicken's peers goes to the other side- it turns my hormones on fiercely. Glorious to be able to hold and love and celebrate MBD! Thanks to the universe for that joy. And meeting baby Natalia. Love you all to infinity and beyond. Your. Momma. Linda Sheridanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03719274719027029150noreply@blogger.com