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IWSG March Post

Good Morning!
How is everyone this morning? I hope the cold weather is about over and warm spring breezes find their way to our house soon!

I'll be honest. This past month, I haven't been able to think about writing, much less work on it. I've had a lot of family emergencies, hospital stays, emergency room visits, and other sickness.

Last week, my uncle passed away. He was such a dear, sweet uncle. He was funny and silly. When you took a picture of him, he always had a photo he wanted to hold up with him. Once, we took a photo of him and my mom and a couple of years later, I took a photo of him, with him holding that photo of him and my mom. So silly! We put those photos on his CD for family.

Take the time to spend with your family. MAKE the time. Don't wait until a tragedy happens to visit and tell them how much you love them and appreciate them. Don't let death hold you in regret of what you wished you had said or done with those you love.

 No more regrets.

Do it today.
And every day.

Happy insecure writers day, you beautiful guys and dolls.

Comments

  1. Alex J. CavanaughMarch 5, 2014 at 12:04 PM

    I'm sorry your uncle passed. He sounds like he was a real character.

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  2. Pat HattMarch 5, 2014 at 8:33 PM

    Wise words indeed, spend time well you can. Yes, cold weather needs to go

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  3. Elizabeth AlsobrooksMarch 5, 2014 at 9:08 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss, but glad you have such good memories. I was also sorry to hear about your own illness. Be sure to take care of yourself! Thanks so much for sharing,

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    1. Ink in the BookMarch 6, 2014 at 11:55 PM

      Thank you! And we're trying to get better, if the mean stomach virus would leave us alone.

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  4. Christina MitchellMarch 6, 2014 at 11:55 AM

    I'm glad you had a chance to know someone who sounds as wonderful as your Uncle.

    Thank you for the wise reminder to get moving on the things that matter :)

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  5. Krista McLaughlinMarch 6, 2014 at 11:34 PM

    So sorry about your uncle - he sounds like a great guy! Family is so important and sadly lots of people wait too long to realize it. Hopefully this month gets better!

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    1. Ink in the BookMarch 6, 2014 at 11:56 PM

      Than k you. I appreciate your thoughts and hugs:)

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  6. Cathrina ConstantineMarch 7, 2014 at 8:41 AM

    So sorry for your loss. Not matter how old or how young a death in the family always rips out our hearts!! Take care and love each day with our family and friends.

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  7. Rhonda AlbomMarch 8, 2014 at 1:59 AM

    I am sorry for you loss. Your uncle sounds like a wonderful man, and you have such great memories to hold on to.

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  8. Tonja DreckerMarch 14, 2014 at 10:17 AM

    I'm sorry for your loss, but it sounds like you have wonderful memories to keep with you. It's too easy to forget that our family and friends should take priority. Here's wishing you and your family all the best.

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  9. AnonymousMarch 14, 2014 at 12:16 PM

    So sorry for your loss. These things stop us in our tracks sometimes, I know. Hope all these emergencies slow down a bit. Taking time is important. Big hugs to you.


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  10. randi leeMarch 15, 2014 at 7:15 AM

    I'm very sorry for your loss. It is certainly hard losing a loved one. Thoughts are with you.

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  11. WordsPoeticallyWorthMarch 16, 2014 at 2:48 PM

    Sorry for you loss. Good luck to you and your endeavours. I'm always very loving.

    Thank you. Love love, Andrew. Bye.

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