Where’s the Joy? A Widow’s Walk.

May 1

I’ve just finished my first official vacation without Norm.
It was interesting, tears with memories and some new things. The hardest times were getting on the ship and then getting off. The loss of Norm’s laugh and dry humor gave me pause, I would think of what he’d say in the situation.

On our deck was a person who was a cancer survivor, on a celebration cruise. I didn’t meet them, not sure I could hold it together. I put the magnet I had made for Norm’s celebration on our door. Vic had a magnet with Goofy made, “In memory of Norm”.

We went to Lookaway Cay, Disney’s new island. Norm would not have liked the walking, but he would have enjoyed the Cathedral Caves and some of the unique architecture. I took some photos, but not like he would have.

Where’s the joy?

I am thankful for my family and friends who are very supportive.

I pray for those going through cancer treatment that they will have strength, courage and laughter as they endure.

I rejoice that through it all, God is faithful.

Where’s the joy? Everyday, sweet memories, and the ability to make new ones.

O Lord, You have searched me and known me.

2 You know when I sit down and when I rise up;

You understand my thought from afar.

3 You scrutinize my path and my lying down,

And are intimately acquainted with all my ways.

4 Even before there is a word on my tongue,

Behold, O Lord, You know it all.

5 You have enclosed me behind and before,

And laid Your hand upon me.

6 Such knowledge is too wonderful for me;

It is too high, I cannot attain to it.  (Psalm 139:1–6, NASB95)