I think sometimes, that I feel like I am finally becoming a whole person again.

It’s been three and a half years now that Steve has passed away. And some might be thinking what took me so long. Others in my shoes already have been dating . They are around my same age, they were married as long as we were or maybe even longer. And my response is “ let’s not compare “.

All of our loves are different, our needs for companionship are different, and while I never expected to be by myself at this age of my life… after all … the 64 is now the 44… I’m trying to embrace it.

We choose our next path to try to find our happiness. Steve and I loved to travel. I was lucky enough to do a lifetime trip to South America this year with my sister who is also recently widowed under different circumstances so, we were the traveling “seesters “! And I could feel Steve every step of the way. It was a great relief for the both of us.

I’m choosing to not just exist in life but to live life.

So, if anyone asks how I’m doing and they say, “She looks to be ok and doing well “.

It’s still a mask, they don’t really know…they are my friends who have my best interests at heart…

But, overall, I’d say I finally have had a decent year…

recap: 2024 was decent

Hope to recap:2025 was good

Recap: 2026 … to be determined

Happy 2025!!!