Dear diywithadd readers,
I’ve been away from the blog for a long while and I apologize for not explaining sooner.
My very dear, very brave, very young father was diagnosed with cancer in late August and he passed away just a few weeks ago. Â Dad went very quickly, which was a bittersweet blessing. Â I was quite literally rendered speechless in late Summer and blogging was not an option. Â I have sat down so many times to write and I still have precious few words to describe this sudden loss.
It has been a sad time punctuated by exhaustion, absentmindedness and a lack of enthusiasm for home decor, but I’m starting to feel a bit more normal this week. Â I’m back at work, I’m seeing friends and I finally helped arranged the furniture in our guest room last weekend thanks to Scott’s prodding. Â I guess he knew that would make me feel better. Â I’ve even started gently nagging Scott about the other projects that were left undone back in August, which is a sure sign that things are getting back to normal.
I had such plans for the house and for the blog this fall, but life had other plans for me and my family. Â It was Summer when I left off and now it feels like Winter already here in Brooklyn.
I’ll check back in a few days and the first thing I’ll update you about is Barnaby, Dad’s lovable brown mutt, who has come to live with us here in Brooklyn. Â Barnaby is such a cheerful, optimistic fellow that it’s been hard to stay down with him around.
Dad used to comment on the blog as “Barnaby” and I’m very sad that there won’t be any more of those comments in my inbox. Â But Barnaby will certainly be a fixture on the blog now as so many of our projects will be about repairing the things that he scratches, digs and shreds. Â I am very glad that he is here now to keep us busy with projects and with early morning trips to the park. Â And, of course, to remind us of Dad, who always raised very spoiled, but exceedingly loyal and sweet dogs.
Thanks to all of you for sticking around and special thanks to those who emailed asking, where in the world have you been ADD? Â I’m back and I look forward to cozying up to some unfinished projects this winter. Â xoADD
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I’m so sorry to hear about your Dad…such a hard thing to come to terms with. A dear friend of mine lost her battle with cancer on Saturday so I know how you’re feeling as it was also sudden. I do hope all your wonderful memories and Barnaby help with the healing.
My deepest sympathies on your loss, it must be a very sad and difficult time for you.
Thanks for the update and letting us know that you are starting to feel stronger.
I am so very sorry for your loss. I wish you comfort and strength to overcome this difficult time and hope Barnaby can help you with this. He is a lovely fellow.
I’m so very sorry for your loss, I can’t imagine how difficult things have been and will continue to be. I’m sure I’m speaking for all your readers, we’re glad you’re back.
The pain of your loss is something I completely understand, as my loving, smart, encouraging and spirited dad passed away suddenly this year as well. It is when you’re at a crossroads in life that you may feel the least like yourself but also dig deep into who you REALLY are. It is my hope that the memories you hold in your heart will help you as you make it through this difficult time.
Thinking of you.
Very sad to hear of your loss. Best wishes to you and your family in this tough time.
I was really missing your blog, and I am saddened to hear why you were away. When you read people’s blogs it is hard to not feel a kinship, even if you never even directly communicate. I hope it is a small comfort to know that people missed you and feel for your loss.
My thoughts are with you and your family! So glad you were able to take care of Barnaby!
I missed you ADD, and I am so glad you are back.
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I lost my father almost 10 years ago, and still miss him terribly. Cherish the wonderful moments you had with him, and share the wonderful lessons you learned from him.
BARNABY
I am so very sorry about your loss. My father passed away this past June after a short 2 week illness. It is one of the two hardest things I have ever gone through. My sympathies and prayers go out to you and your family.
Thank you everyone for your kind, kind words. They are so appreciated. I’m looking forward to catching up on all of your blogs this weekend : )
Oh, ADD! My sincerest condolences and prayers for you and your family. What a beautiful photo you’ve shared – thank you. All my best and thinking of you.
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss…..take all the time you need to both grieve and celebrate your dear father!
I just discovered your blog this past weekend while surfing links and noticed you hadn’t posted in a while. I’m very sorry to hear about your dad. I lost my dad to cancer too. It is a hard thing, losing a parent. I am glad to see you write that your dad got to see and participate in your work here… that’s a truly special thing. Hopefully, the words he left for you here will be little bits of sunshine for you when you need it most.
I was so happy to see your comment on my blog and couldn’t wait to jump over and see how things had been. I was simply devastated to read your post. I’m so sorry for your loss. Your dad (aka Barnaby) seems like he was a wonderful and supporting father. A virtual hug of the biggest kind is being sent your way. Welcome back. We are glad to see you.
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. But I am glad to hear that you are feeling a bit better and that you have taken Barnaby to live with you. I think that is, beyond a doubt, the sweetest, most important thing you can do for your father now.
I’m so sorry for the loss of your beloved dad.
I’m very sorry for your loss. The strange thing about the blogging world is feeling connected to those you’ve never met. I hope you can find some comfort knowing that we’re all here for you – even if only virtually.
Oh ADD, I am so sorry to hear about your father. That is a loss that I haven’t experienced but can only imagine how devastating it is. I’m glad you have had your time out to grieve and process all the emotions.
Am glad you have returned, we’ve missed you.
Take care xox
I know we’ve never met but I feel like you’re a friend. I completley understand how hard it is to lose a parent. Please take all the time you need to grieve. It’s a difficult journey ahead of you. Just take it one step at a time, one day at a time. And know your loyal readers are here to help any way we can.
I am so sorry about your loss. Words are truly never enough in such times. I did want to tell you that I started my design blog (I think) about the same time that you got the news about your Dad. I had followed you for some time, and decided to add you to my blogroll in August. Then I wondered what happened to your posting. Now I know. I am so glad that I kept you on my roll and now I look forward to seeing what you have to say. You will have a new group here in Birmingham, AL who will be tuning in! Please know that you are in my prayers. Mandi
I’m so sorry for your loss. I’ve missed reading your posts, it is so important that you taking the time you need. The picture of your dad and Barnaby is just such a treasure. ((((hugs))))
I am so sorry that you have been negotiating such a terrible loss. My heart is with you…
Your absence was noticed, but you were not forgotten! I thought you might be dealing with something that was overwhelming your life. Remember not to worry about us if you need more time to regroup. We will all be here!
– Christine
I’ve been reading off and on and just checked in today to see if you were blogging. Losing a parent is just about the hardest thing. I’m so sorry about your dad.
Barnaby is an adorable dog. It’s so good of you to bring him to live with you. As someone with three dogs, I can say that whatever dog-created mischief happens at your house is outweighed by the joy of having a dog around.
Take care,
Kathleen
So sorry to hear of this loss! Losing our parents is so very hard. I just started reading your blog tonight… glad you are back and will keep at it! Healing thoughts…
I am so sorry to hear about your father. That must have been a terrible shock for you and your family. I’m happy you are back blogging, but don’t worry about us out here on the web when you don’t feel up to it. This holiday season will be hard, but be assured good thoughts and prayers are coming your way.
I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. (It will be a year since my mom passed this Christmas.) I love the photo of your Dad and Barnaby. Good to have you back.
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