You guys gave me some good ideas to help stop my night terrors about my sister. I am trying to look at as many beautiful pictures of her as much as I can to replace the horror of watching her die.
Many of you have suffered the same feelings I have had and I appreciate your words of wisdom to help me on my journey of healing. Thank you for sharing.
I am slowly moving through life right now trying to catch up with work and forcing myself to step outside of my comfort zone. Every morning when the alarm rings I fight that urge to stay in bed and sleep all day. I know that is not the way to move through this situation. Time is a great healer....
Let's get to design now......
About a month or so ago some beautiful window treatments were installed at a clients and as many years as I have been in business.....I am always amazed at what a game changer this can be!
Just so you know....it was January when these were measured and it took this long to get the fabric in stock and fabricated! Things are so slow these
days :(
And a few more things that have finally come in!
It is basically a plunge pool.....and I think it's perfect!
Hope you enjoyed these updates.....more to come I promise.
We have had rain for a couple of days here in Atlanta but I understand that fall is coming right around the corner with cooler temps by the weekend!
Happy Tuesday
Shaygrateful
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Good to see your post today. Love the new items in your design.
Sherry, I just love you, and I don't care if it's a cyber kinda love or whatev (all of life is a mystery - who is to say which energies are real or only imagined?). Thinking of you as you move through your work and keep rising when you'd rather sink. So this pillow you had created for the girl's room. I can't stop staring. Where would one find such a rug to make that? Thank you for sharing your lovely work and bringing us the comforts of home. xox
Sherry,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I'm so glad that you've found a way to focus on beautiful memories of your sister. I think that sometimes knowing more about the process of death can be very helpful (I'm a psychologist and professor). This video explanation has been very helpful for many people that I have worked with and taught. It may be helpful for you too. https://www.bbc.com/ideas/videos/dying-is-not-as-bad-as-you-think/p062m0xt?playlist=imho
Oh sweet Sherry, I am so sorry for the loss of your sister. Like you, I watched my Mom in hospice care for 19 days. My brother, sister and I took 8 hr turns being by her side 24/7. We don’t know if she knew that we were there, but we were, just incase she needed anything. It was so hard. I know exactly the visions that you speak of. My Mom passed 6 years ago. My visions of her last days are still vivid but emotionally I have accepted her life’s journey and pray that now her soul is joyful and at peace in heaven. I also know that she would want me to be happy and live my life to the fullest. Sometimes I push myself because I want to make her happy and proud. Sharing our memories and looking at pictures helps her still be part of our life. Thank you for sharing your project. Very beautiful. I’ve been waiting for my window treatments as well. Who would think hardware and finial back order would delay the installation. I wish I had your expertise to help me with area rugs selection and styling. I’ve looked at Pottery Barn, Restoration Hardware, Home Goods, numerous other rug stores and nothing excites me like one of the rugs you posted a few weeks ago. I show a snap shot of it to to sales people and they all agree that it’s beautiful but have no idea where I could get one like it. I need a 9x12, 8x10, 2,runners and bathroom rugs. I feel anxiety just typing that. God Bless You and Cami!
My mother spent the last two weeks of her life in a hospice facility. A nurse there had told me it was an honor to serve and be there for the patient who was leaving this world for the thereafter. When my mother passed away she had myself and my brothers as well as our spouses and my oldest daughter at her bedside. Other than my father who passed away 15 years before her, I believe this was the best way to be with her in her final moments. It was indeed an honor knowing she wasn't alone.
Hugs,
Nancy
There are no words that can take away the intense pain you’re feeling, just know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and may each day be a little better than the last. In time, the wonderful memories of her will overtake the sad and she will live on in your heart.
These beautiful window treatments really are a game changer and add so much warmth to this amazing home.
Sending you love and a big hug!
Love the sheers!!! I made a little slide show of my Mom during happier times (it was bad/painful for her too at the end). It helped! I'm still sad (it's ben seven months) but I think I will look at it again today!
Dear Sherry, I’m so very sorry for your deep loss. When you used the word ‘horror’ I had to respond. I, too, experienced horror watching my daughter die from a sudden death. Those type of experiences can lead to PTSD. 18 years later, I am only recently realizing PTSD runs my life all these years later. Please, save yourself from this. Seek a grief therapist immediately. Intervene now. Blessings to you.
Sherri, I am thinking of you. I have been there with my own mom and I try to block the last day out of my mind as it's too painful. I try to repeat the happy and fun times in my head, so they stick. I hope the nightmares get better. I think your sister was so lucky to have you and your sister with her.
Glad you are back at this a little to keep your mind busy. It's beautiful. Take care . xo
Kim
Hugs to you Sherry-
Those drapes are everything! A simple pinch pleat is lovely! What a swell home.
The pool is perfect for cooling off- it's all you need - unless you are sporty and do laps!
I am doing the Master Classes online, designer Corey Damen Jenkins has a section on draper/curtains that was interesting to a novice like me!
This home is gorgeous - the girl's room is a dream. I would take it now, at age 53!
One day soon, it will get a little bit easier to get out of bed and carry on. Lean on your support system - friends and remaining family. This is big. My best friend died of colon cancer at age 39. I still miss her but the deepest sadness fades. It takes time and lots of processing. Be kind to yourself.
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