Tuesday, August 16, 2005
Blog Becomes a Journal - Sort Of
Two months ago, I read an article about a woman in her late 30s whose mother is suffering from advanced dementia. She realized that she hadn't spent much time getting to know her mother. Of course, she knew her personality and things we all know about our moms, but she hadn't asked her any questions about her childhood, what it felt like raising kids, life ambitions, etc. She asked her father many questions, but he couldn't remember too many things and couldn't answer other questions (see how well men listen?).
This article really struck home. All my life, my dad has pounded it into our heads to keep a journal. He writes in his like clock work, but honestly this never inspired me. For some reason, he prefers to keep it dry. He simply states facts & events without elaborating by adding emotions or thoughts - boring!
My opinions on journals dramatically changed right after college. We went to visit my Great Aunt & Uncle, who are really into family history and genealogy. My Great Uncle handed me a typed copy of my Grandma's journal (mom's mom). The time frame was over a period of a few months right after her first husband (the love of her life) died in WWII. I think I read it all night. She described her love for him, deep depression, weight loss, lack of motivation, and the only thing that kept her going, which was her daughter (my aunt). It was amazing to share a moment in her life 5 years after she had passed away. I had always considered us close, but she never spoke of that time in detail. I guess the passing of time and the fact that my grandfather was horrible caused that chapter to be closed in her life.
By this age, I realize that wanting to do something & getting around to doing it on a regular basis are not the same thing. After reading that article, I decided to use my blog as a somewhat of a journal - it is the closest I'll ever come to keeping one. At the end of every month, I print out my entries & put them in a binder. Obviously, I am not documenting every moment or event like my father does, but hopefully adding some of the interesting parts, my random bizarre thoughts, and a bit of my personality. For future generations: sorry, but this will just have to do... & yes I know I am totally crazy!
my name
Husband:
Steve
Baby: Lexi (born Jan 26th)
This blog is like a journal for me. It is also a way for my friends to keep tabs on me.
For people who don't know me, I come from a big family (3 brothers & 1 sister). We moved around a LOT, so I am not really from one particular place. I like to call Katy, Texas my home though.
Recent news, my Dad & Mother-in-Law were diagnosed with Terminal Cancer in April/May of 2005. My dad passed away 5-Dec-05 .
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