The 2nd Christmas without Dad.
Last year was my first Christmas without daddy. However, I was so overwhelmed with grief that I was mostly numb when we "celebrated" the holiday. In fact, I don't remember much that happened last year. I don't know if that's good or bad, but I really can't remember what we did last year. I just remember being so depressed last year and not wanting to be with people.
I can't believe that time has come to have my second Christmas without him. This time, it seems more real.
I've really missed him lately. I could barely handle my birthday when I realized that he would never wish me again a happy birthday. This year, I wanted to give mom a good Christmas. However, I had no idea what that should entail. I got her a few things she requested and then surprised her with a few more odds and ends. I'm hoping that my gifts and us spending the day with family will make it easier for her.
We're celebrating Christmas here in New York. So sad being away home. I wish dad is here celebrating with us.
He really loves snow.
The first time I experienced winter with dad was absolutely magical for me. Seeing snow fall, and it was such a beautiful sight to see. The way it danced on it's way down, I've never seen such movement before. It was almost as if I was underwater. Also, I didn't realize how soft fresh snow was.
But this time, I'm enjoying winter with my Mom. Sayang hindi nagkaroon ng chance na ma-experience namin ng kumpleto kami.
Lea and the squad decided to go to Rockefeller Center, because their kids want to experience ice skating there.
"Mom, I'm nervous!" Her daughter said.
Lea laughs. "You can do it, Babe! Humawak ka lang kay Tina kapag alam mong ma-out of balance kana. 'Kay?"
Tash nods 'Yes'
The three girls fell.
Their parents can't stop laughing.
"May uuwi ng puro pasa mamaya." Richard said.
"Goodluck to Avril. Ang baba pa naman ng pain of tolerance ng anak mo." Dawn is worried about her daughter.