Not to much to share. Have been in thought a lot and trying to work through my grief. Also the kids keep me or should I say us very busy. Anyway, I have spent today trying to get my house in order and tomorrow will be a packing day. We are going to alabama for a short trip. Which we look forward to every summer. From what I am being told the lake is about 8 foot (or maybe its more now) lower than the normal. So we will likely be a little more limited on our activities, but it will be great to see the family anyhow. If I don't check back in tomorrow I will be back around wednesday and be prepared to see lots of pictures! :)

Not much to post. Things have been very up and down this direction, today was a particularly low day. Nothing I can specifically put my finger on, just a feeling of low energy or inspiration. Anyway, this week I will be preparing for our quick dash up to Alabama. It will be nice to see Rob's family, I wish the visit was longer but we just don't have the time this year. Anyway, just checking in to say hi and for all those who have supported us through this very rough time I thank you!

My Mom's remains came back today. My dad came by and showed me the urn which immediately made me cry because well she would have loved it in life. It was so perfect it was beyond words. He also made some beautiful Memorial Cards that had beautiful poems in them, which I immediately teared up and cried over. And then last but not least he pulled out two jewelry cases which he said was for Kim and I. When I opened mine I started bawling. It is a beautiful tear drop which as some of my mom's ashes in it. Its soooo beautiful and I can wear it close to my heart which is exactly where my mom is always.

Happy Birthday Momma... You got Airmail

Well Kim, Rob, the kids and I went to the beach and we sent a huge ballon w/ a banner that said I LOVE GRANDMA! I am sure she is in possesion of it by now. We also wrote some messages on the ballon. When we were walking back we had a guy ask us if we set the balloon off for someone to which I said yes for my Mom and said awee!!! I told him that she had passed last sunday and today was her birthday and he said how sweet that way. Anyway, we had Dennis and Kim at dinner tonight a little belated birthday wishes for Dennis and of course we sang for Mom.

Mom's Obituary

BRENDA KRYCHOWECKY July 15, 1951 – July 8, 2007 Brenda Krychowecky, 55, of Port St Lucie, FL passed away July 8, 2007 in her home after battling with COPD for 4 years. Brenda was born in Mayland, TN, the daughter of William "AV" and Mary Frances (Tays) Byers. Brenda resided in the Treasure Coast for the past 13 years. She was a loving wife, mother, grandma, sister, aunt and niece and will be greatly missed. Survivors include her husband, Dennis Krychowecky ; daughters, Christina (Robert) Burns of Port St Lucie, FL and Kimberly Arnott of Jacksonville Beach, FL; sister Pat (Barry) Welliver of Rockford, IL ; brother Ronnie (Sue) Byers of Iowa; grandchildren Ryan, Ethan, & Megan Burns of Port St Lucie, FL; aunt, Lucille Payne of Rockford, IL; uncles Claude (Gladys) Tays of Rockford, IL and David (Judy) Tays of Oklahoma; many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her parents; brother, Jerry Byers; aunt, Betty White. Contributions may be made in memory of Brenda to Hospice of St Lucie. All County Crematory of Stuart, FL was in charge of the arrangements. Requested no services.

My Mom Earned Her Angel Wings today....

Its a very sad day. She has battled for long and come through so many obsticles that it felt like surely we'd have her a lot longer. But she has fought her battle and now she in heaven where she can recover from her suffering. She will be greatly missed by her family. I am thankful for the time I had with her.