Thanks all for the ~ma, especially WindSparrow, Laura, sj, and Shir. I really appreciate it. An update: the wedding went off, mostly without a hitch, and was just beautiful. I mostly was able to compartmentalize, and mostly to have a good time. Now, I've been in my hotel doing a combination of centering, working on my cousin's virtual memorial, and weeping; this, too, is good.
I cannot say how important it was for me to have someone I could tell about this, and how valuable your support is. Thank you all.
xposted with Natter
{{{libkitty}}} Glad the wedding went well, and that you have the space to mourn, now.
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DH has been on a work call since 1. if you have a little extra patience it would be appreciated
{{libkitty}} and all my patience~ma to beth and yr DH. My cheap white wine is of wonderful right now.
I'm ok, he is having way less fun than you can imagine
he's off the phone, but not happy
Poor Matt. That's way too long a phone call, and on a Saturday. Bah.
After 3 miscarriages it was emotional torture getting through the first trimester. Much ~ma for your sister, Cash.
I never knew that, Laura. Wow. Cash, be sure to point out how Laura nowhas two healthy GIGANTIC children.