Christmas 2025
This was our first Christmas at home, and our first Christmas with Grant. For the past three years, I chose to travel because I knew my limits with grief and how hard being alone would feel. Last year we spent Christmas in NYC with my sister, and it was truly magical but this year, it felt really good not to pack Christmas up and take it with me.
My younger sister and my parents came and spent Christmas with us, and the day was just lovely. Grant surprised me with a piano I’ve been wanting for so long, and I made him a Chatbook of his dog, Jack. He also asked for framed photos of us to keep on his desk at work, which meant so much to me. I love giving sentimental gifts, so that part was especially fun.
The boys absolutely loved their gifts from Santa this year, and I’ll share which ones they’ve been playing with the most since Christmas.
The Toys My Boys Loved Most This Year
After Christmas, we headed to Idaho to spend the week with Grant’s family. Justin’s grandparents also live in Boise, so we were able to see them and spend a day with Justin’s siblings as well. It meant a lot to be able to connect with everyone. We had such a fun, full week together and made sure to squeeze in plenty of puzzle time.
As beautiful as Christmas was, grief and loss are always there too. We visited Justin’s gravesite and spent some time there. The holidays have a way of making everything feel heavier a reminder of the person who is missing. It’s always a season of mixed emotions.
Grief Support During the Holidays
A Little Project From My Heart
My heart is so full of JOY for you and your boys. The happiness and smiles in all your pictures is wonderful to see.
I truly believe this was the right time for Grant to be in your life. He is so understanding of what you have gone through and is by your side to share your grief. Example of you, boys and Grant at Justin’s grave. Visiting all your family too…glad you opened your heart to this new chapter of your life. Baby steps were definitely needed for this big step.
I’m so happy for you , the boys and Grant . He fits right in and you have never looked more beautiful than you do now . You have such a beautiful family The 4 of you are so lucky to have each other , Having a man thsf is do patience and understanding is so wondef. You don’t always find that with a man that you start dating after loss . They don’t understand or they can’t handle including your husband that passed away . I think you and Grant make the perfect couple . So hard to find a great man like Grant . God Bless