This blog format allows me to put each post in one or more categories. I can also apply ‘tags’ that are sort of like sub categories. Anyway, early on I established a category called ‘Zach stories’. I thought I would be telling happy stories about things Zach did.
Well, so far that hasn’t happened. All of my Zach stories so far are dark. The one I just put up especially so.
I still have many happy memories of Zach but they are all tinged with sadness now because I know there won’t be any more. I hope those who read this can stick with me until I can bring out some happy Zach stories. Maybe when that happens I’ll make another category so you all won’t get all bummed out. On the other hand I’m not going to be a Pollyanna. I feel dark; I write dark.
Thanks for reading.
I understand how writing and talking about things helps a person cope. It’s good, even though the images and feelings that come are still very bad. As time goes by, I hope the memories of Zach become lighter and happier. After reading your last two posts, I am wanting to give you a good memory. The first that comes to mind is the last time I got to be with Zach – we went to the museum. I was just there again yesterday. The time before that was when we went to the zoo and I had to “sneak” him and Sarah in as my “kids”. Somehow the person checking passes couldn’t believe that this 6’6″ person was my “kid”! I convinced her as we slinked in! Had a great day that day. A good memory.
Thanks Jane. I remember when that happened. We got a good laugh out of it. I hope to have some better Zach stories soon.