I’m heading to NY this weekend. Not for vacation, not because I want to, but because there’s a funeral I have to attend. I knew I’d have to do this someday, I just didn’t want it to be so soon.
I’m one of five girls, the youngest. Three are now in Heaven. The one remaining hasn’t spoken to me in 3 years and I’m okay with that, I will always love her but we just don’t like each other. (She’s voting for Ding Dong. Need I say more?) (There’s a lot more to it than that, but it pretty much sums up how different we are.) (I’m okay with someone being stupid enough to vote for the Cackler, she automatically hates anyone voting differently)
Last week the second sister, who was my second favorite, decided it was time to join her husband in Heaven. I know she missed him terribly, and I sort of understand, but that doesn’t make this any easier.
So her kids – who are not kids, but in their 50’s – are fighting like fools and I’m incredibly glad I don’t live closer to them. (I would get sucked into the drama and then I’d have to stop it and it wouldn’t be good) (For them) (I’d stomp a mudhole in their dumb asses)
So I’m leaving Saturday, coming home on Tuesday. I thought I’d have this week to mentally prepare for the coming chaos.
Maverick had other plans. Okay, it’s my fault. Don’t let your dog lick the plate when you’ve had hot roast beast sammiches for supper. Yeah, I didn’t stop to think that gravy for a dog with an iffy digestive system was really stupid. (Grief, I’m blaming it on grief) Yesterday he was fine until he had the blow out from his rear end.
Well. This means he can’t go to daycare because in spite of my assurances that it’s from the roast beast, the owner understandably has to be strict about dogs with diarrhea – it might be something he could pass to the other dogs there. (Not unless they too have roast beast gravy but I can’t convince her)
So there goes my week to prepare. Maybe it’s for the best. Maybe I just won’t be able to think so much about what might happen.
At any rate, if you see on the news that a brawl broke out at a funeral in Upstate NY on Sunday, yeah, it’s probably my family. Send bail money, Bear says I’m on my own. 🙂
Suziecreamcheese Sings the Blues 
it’s this exactly why I am grateful to have only one brother.
good luck. Sorry about the gravy.
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I’m going to be watching the news very closely now!
(I am terribly sorry for your loss. I think you are right that Maverick – in his own way – is keeping you from thinking too much about the situation.)
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Thank you. It’s hit me pretty hard, this loss.
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I can’t imagine.
Sending peace, love and hugs your way. ❤️💕
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Thank you.
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I didn’t see any news from NY. I hope your family has started to heal. ❤️
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The service is Sunday – still time!
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I’m sorry about both Sisters actually. My Brother is the same way about Politics. He is the only one voting a certain way and doesn’t want to talk to my Sister because she is the opposite. Not sure he knows my other Sister agrees with her and I refuse to share my voting stance since he will probably stop helping me, if he knew.
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Sister 4 doesn’t approve of n me e – never really has- and I’m too old to give a shit anymore. The sister who just passed didn’t agree politically either but we didn’t let it matter
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Sending condolences and supportive thoughts. You can do this.
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Thank you
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My pleasure
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Aw, I’m so sorry for your loss 😦
Perhaps Maverick being home will help hone your patience. Practice the subtle art of walking away while praying for a precision lightening strike.
Be sure you say what you need to say to her and leave no regrets on the table. Let the idiots and libtards do what they will – you know, joy and WTFEver.
I hope Maverick feels better soon, and know if I were there in Upstate, I’d be in the next cell having had a brawl with the Hubs’ family 😉
Safe travels
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Thank you. Last funeral, she got I and out before I arrived but I doubt I’ll get lucky twice. I will definitely be praying for lightning. Maverick doesn’t grasp the concept of Mommah needs peace – being home means Mommah will be his slave. But we’ll manage.
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You’re a good Mommah and your reward will be great in Heaven!
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I just want to work at the Rainbow Bridge and greet all the dogs ❤️
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I’ll be greeting all the cats. Even the wild ones!
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I’m sorry for your loss and that Maverick has a digestive upset. Your vet might have some suggestions to make it better faster. I’m thinking cooked rice, but I’d call and ask your vet. I think it takes a dog’s digestive track a bit to get better, hope it heals soon. But hey at least it wasn’t chocolate!! Hope your visit with your sibling is not as bad as it could be. I understand the family dynamics and how different sibling personalities affect our interaction with each other. My family is mostly on the same page politically which is a blessing, but all families have personality issues between siblings, even with my own children, sigh.
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I’m so sorry for your loss. I am fortunate not to have gone through that yet. My brother and sister do not share my politics but that’s ok as we don’t discuss that when we’re together.
I hope Maverick gets his digestive tract back in order soon so you have a chance to prepare for the weekend.
Prayers for all of you.
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Maverick has had issues since he was a puppy so it’s not a big problem but it would have been easier if he could go to daycare. I’m just hoping for a minimum of drama!
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