Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Tuesday, February 20, 2024 -- Mattie died 751 weeks ago today.

Tonight's picture was taken in February of 2003. I absolutely LOVE this photo! It captured Mattie's curiosity and ingenuity! As he managed to open the refrigerator door on his own and then decided to examine what was inside. I would describe Mattie as a busy little fellow and one thing I know.... he kept me on my toes at all times. 

Quote of the day: They say time heals all wounds, but that presumes the source of the grief is finite. ~ Cassandra Clare

This photo popped up in my Facebook feed today. Typically I am not on social media, but I was posting something about the Foundation today. Literally this photo jumped out at me, as Facebook told me it was taken on February 20th, five years old. How different life can look in five years. This moment of time, my life was far happier. 

As you can see, with Sunny, we went out walking regardless of the weather. How I miss this boy! I saw a woman walking a black and white Australian Shepherd today in our neighborhood, and naturally my mind drifted to the Sunman. Literally while I was driving I said.... there will only ever be one Sunman and I am so glad you were in my life. 

This morning, after my usual routine of dropping my dad off at his memory care center, I came home and had several phone calls to make. One was to a government office in Richmond, as Mattie Miracle has to file an application to renew our sales and tax certificate. But in trying to renew, I got locked out of the application system, so I needed technical help. I wasn't sure how that was going to go, but I got connected to a lovely and helpful individual who assisted me within minutes. Why can't more people be like this woman? She was helpful, listened, and was patient on the phone as she walked me through the process on-line. All I can say is after interfacing with such a kind person, I found it energizing and made me feel better about the world. 

After that, I then called my dad's health insurer. They drive me absolutely crazy, as I have been complaining to them since December regarding his premium payments. Though the woman on the phone was nice today, I did not want to follow her instructions. Which would entail her sending a message to the billing dept, and then they would get back to me. I assure you, they won't! I learned that lesson the hard way. So literally I told her NO! I want to be connected to a manager or supervisor, because this issues hasn't been resolved in three months. I await a call tomorrow. Needless to say, I am not holding my breath! 

Later today, I took my mom out for tea. Our local Starbuck's is my Cheers. I have gotten to know each of the baristas, I know aspects of their lives, and they are extremely kind to me and my mom. At this stage in my life, I need loving and kind. 

When I got home, I found a box near my door. I wasn't expecting anything! But look at what was inside of the box.... handmade placemats and napkins. With a butterfly theme! Such a thoughtful, kind, and loving gift. This was given to me by someone I have only met one or two times, yet she wanted me to know that I am loved and my life matters.