I can't believe another year has come and gone. I keep thinking Sam should be heading home, just finishing a two year Mormon mission! How exciting that would be. I am trying to make the two year mark more light hearted so here I go with my top ten list. It's really in no particular order.
1. Sam was a much better cleaner than I am. He always cleaned the bathrooms. I loved it! He also was such a huge help in the kitchen.
2. I loved that he was so much taller than me. He would give me picky back rides, carry me on his shoulders and gave the best hugs.
3. I absolutely loved watching him play with Emmet and Emery. He was always so inventive with them. One of the hardest things for me to cope with is the fact that Sam doesn't have the opportunity to play with his kids, because he loved it!
4. I love sitting in the passenger seat. Sounds silly, but I hate driving.
5. I miss playing tennis, soccer, and going on bike rides. I especially miss going on walks with him.
6. I miss our gospel discussions. We would talk for hours about religion. I have so many questions I still want to discuss with him!
7. I loved that he brought out the fun side in me and helped me not be such a stick in the mud. So many times I would complain about going to a shower or some church function. Sam would convince me to go telling me I would have fun. He was always right. I loved that he would wait up for me to hear all about it!
8. I miss our road trips. We had so much fun driving to California on a whim, relaxing in Mexico or exploring the East coast. He was the best travel companion. Some of our best conversations where during our road trips.
9. I miss his gorgeous blue eyes that always lit up when I walked into the room.
10. I miss and still love my best friend who always helped me be the best I could be and saw my potential. He would never let me criticize myself because he would tell me it hurt too much to hear someone talk so negatively about his favorite person!!
21 comments:
Kira, I LOVE YOU! Thank you for sharing your memories and things about Sam. Everytime you share something personal about Sam I eat it up. I love getting to know him through you. I love reading your memories, I feel like I am getting to know someone remarkable. Truly, I love to hear about Sam. If you ever feel the need to reminisce WE love to read your memories. So many thoughts and prayers are with you through this hard time of year. Much love always and forever. Knit at the hearts.
Love,
Michelle
I agree with Michell, It is so fun to read about Sam. I can just imagine you beaming while remembering him. He was such a wonderful husband and best friend. How blessed you are to have him as your eternal man. I know he has got to be so proud of you and your effort to continue life. As always, I appreciate the perspective that you bring to my life. Keep sharing.
Sam did love you Kira that is for sure! I cannot believe that 2 years have gone by. We all miss him dearly, hope to see you tomorrow!
Kira,
I just want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Hopefully tomorrow is a little bit easier than this time last year. Thanks for sharing some of your favorite things about Sam. It's fun to learn more about him and your family. I'll see you on Thursday.
Thanks for sharing Kira. I love reading your memories. You will be in my prayers this week.
Kira,
You and your family continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. We think of you often and admire the optimism that you share with us in your recounting memories of Sam, such as these posted in this "Top 10". All the best to you this Christmas season. We're thinking of you!
Brendan
Reading your list makes me smile cause I can totally see Sam in my mind's eye with every reason you listed. We're keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.
We hope you have a good day ;remembering Sam. He is deeply missed. I think the hardest is thinking of your kids without Sam.
Cute post! I'm thinking of you today.
Hey Kira, its Abbie (one of Sam's cousins from Utah... and one of your blog stalkers, hope thats ok) I just wanted to let you know we are all thinking of you and your little family today. Sam was an incredible guy and we love and miss him. I admire your strength especially during this time of year. Know that you and your fam are in our prayers. :) Love,
The Websters @ thewebsterfam.net
Well said Kira! We think Sam was pretty amazing too! Hope your day is going well.
You're such an amazing person Kira! We are thinking of you and miss you guys!
You were in my thoughts all day yesterday, all week really. I really enjoyed your list and remember Sam's love for you. It was so obvious! Take care!
Kira,
I tried calling but I am sure you have a lot on your mind so this is the best way to tell you how much I love you and what a strong women and mother you are. I could never do what you are doing. Sam would be so proud of you and how you are raising E and E. He is watching over you I am sure of that. You are such an inspiration to me. I hope you know how much I miss you since you have moved to Arizona. I wish you were right around the corner to come and play and go out for girls night.
Sam was such a wonderful and loving person. I will never forget when my girlfriend went to his swearing in at Alverson Taylor law firm. She said the entire firm was in attendance to honor Sam and there was not a dry eye in the room. He is one of the most amazing men I have ever met. I love you and I can't wait to see you hopefully very soon. Xoxo. Ashley and Brent Gunson
Kira, I love your blog-- though I am not a big comment leaver (sorry). I think about you guys all the time and I constantly amazed at how strong you are! Your posts are so postive and I have loved reading these wonderful memories you've shared. Thinking of and praying for you always-- oh, and I've been looking for bakugan-- I'll send some if I find any!
Love, Whitney
Kira, thank you so much for your beautiful post. I love to read about your memories. Sam would be so proud of you and how your are raising your children. I am thinking of you this week!
Jerilyn
I've been thinking and praying for you all week. I meant to call, but we had family in town and I might have lost my mind just a little bit. Thanks for sharing. Love you!
Oh Kira! I've been thinking of you all week. What a sweet post. I never knew Sam but he sure sounds wonderful. You have such an amazing legacy with your 2 children and you have proven to be such a strong, capable mother in these past 2 years. You should be so proud of yourself!
Kira,
I love this post. Sam sounds like a wonderful friend and husband. I'll bet he's watching over you every moment and feeling so proud of you. You have done things you never would have thought you could and you are stronger for it. What a great mom your kids have and one day they will know their wonderful father too. What an awesome day that will be. Keep sending Emmett over whenever you need a break. Merry Christmas
Kira-What a great list. Thanks for taking us down that lane with you. Sam is missed here too. You both knew how to light up people with love and kindness. THANKS! Thinking of you!~Liz
Hey- I just found your blog and love this post! Your kids are going to love that you're writting this all down for yourself and them. I am glad you're sharing these beautiful memories with the rest of us to remind us of how wonderful each little thing in life can and should be. You're amazing and this is why I am honored to call you one of my best friends!
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