Tag Archives: Mary Lucia Randel

01-20-2015 Birthday Issues

Dear Lucia, Today, I’m writing directly to you.  I’m in a quandary.  I’m trying to figure out how to celebrate your upcoming birthday. The only thing that comes to mind is to have a tea party with my loved ones.  … Continue reading

Posted in The Kids | Tagged , | Leave a comment

01-19-2015 Back to Work

Dear Joseph and Lucia, After putting away all the presents and ornaments, the house looked like normal again.  I won’t lie to you… all the Christmas stuff was too much for me.  Maybe I’ll enjoy the spirit of the season … Continue reading

Posted in The Kids | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

01-18-2015 Putting away your presents

Dear Joseph and Lucia, Another Christmas has come and gone. Your presents stayed under the tree.  I’ve carefully stored them for next year.  I try to stay strong and resolved in these actions, but I still tear up. I make … Continue reading

Posted in The Kids | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

01-15-2015 Just another day

Dear Joseph and Lucia, It’s Thursday.  I don’t have much to say. I’ve started blogging on my other site (livinglifebetter.wordpress.com). I figured my letters here should just be for you two. I think about you often and wish I could … Continue reading

Posted in The Kids | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

01-14-2015 Michèle’s Birthday

Dear Joseph and Lucia, Today is Michèle’s birthday. I sent her a gift certificate and a dozen strawberries dipped in chocolate. I can’t help to reflect on all the birthdays I’ve missed with you two.  The last one was when … Continue reading

Posted in The Kids | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

01-13-2015 Random Thoughts

Dear Joseph and Lucia, Good Morning! I’m glad to say I had a good night sleep last night.  I watched a little football. Turned on the heater and snoozed happily for a good while.  That’s an accomplishment for me.  I haven’t … Continue reading

Posted in The Kids | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

01-12-2015 Another Monday

Dear Joseph and Lucia, It’s another Monday back at work. I still haven’t heard any news about my car getting fixed.  I’m a little anxious about that, but what can I do? Not much.  So I’ll just keep plugging away. … Continue reading

Posted in The Kids | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

01-11-2015 A letter from home

Dear Joseph and Lucia, (I’m giving away more information than I likely should, but if you’re reading this Margaret, please don’t just stand by any more. The children deserve better!) I’ve found a way to see who is reading these … Continue reading

Posted in The Kids | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

01-09-2015 Not a good day

Dear Joseph and Lucia, My car decided to stop working yesterday just as I was leaving work. I’m very lucky to have friends at work that were able to take me to a car rental.  So I’m trying to see … Continue reading

Posted in The Kids | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

01-08-2015 Three people you haven’t met

Dear Joseph and Lucia, There are three people you have never met that are very important to me. Two of which you will never meet. Momma Mickey and Papa Gene have both passed away. I carry their memories with me … Continue reading

Posted in The Kids | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment