Cindy – you hit the nail on the head. It’s been toughest on my mom which is partly why it’s important to stay positive and strong for the rest of my family :) Thanks.

God–losing one daughter and watching the other face a life-threatening situation must have sent your parents around the bend, no? Not that most parents don’t start out half way there anyway.

I’m so glad you’ve been able to move to the place where you celebrate.

Mark – it has, thank you :) She was a vibrant woman, full of life and love. She’s a big part of who I am and I hope the way I live my life is testament to the love and joy we shared. Cheers, my friend.

Woolly – thank you , sweetie.

Bridget – good on ya. No regrets, hon.

Shell – well, if we can all remember what is really important and precious in life, I think we’re all the better for it.

Holly – absolutely. I have to say that my sister and I never questioned if we loved one another, never hesitated to say so. I think she knew I loved her every moment :) Thanks for the kind wishes.

Gretchen – thank you.

Jennywenny – oooh, I kinda like the caramel too!

Amanda – yeah, life is too short to let stupid things get us down. Celebrate. Thanks for the kind words.

Syd – I’m so sorry. I hope with time you are able to heal. Peace.

Kitt – thanks.

WoRC – oh, thanks hon! xxoo Those strawberries were at their peak ripeness! A day later, the last three were just over the tipping point (according to Jeremy). Hope you’re pups enjoyed the extra lovin’.

Laura – thank you!

Holly – thank you for stopping by :)

Sheryl – you’re so sweet. Kris thought the world of you, as do I. Love to you too. xxoo

Hillary – thanks.

Christine – ah, you’re always too flattering! But coming from you in particular, I really appreciate it. xxoo

Peabody – thanks, lady :)

Shoshanna – thank you. It does get a little easier each year and I don’t know if that’s just because of the passage of time, the fading of memories… ?? Or maybe we aren’t meant to live with this kind of heartache indefinitely? I just think she’d want us to be smiling rather than crying. xxoo

Susan – sweetie, thanks for the hug! I think it’s only painful once in a while, but mostly when I think of Kris I smile and laugh. I guess without pain in life the joys wouldn’t be as sweet. So I consider myself fortunate in how much happiness I find in my life and the degree to which I can appreciate it. Thanks for the love, hon.

Nina – great! sisters are like no other :)

Mrs. Ergul – thank you, you’re so sweet.

Nicisme – terrific! xxoo

KatieC – *hugs* and thanks :)

Madam Chow – thank you for stopping by!

Maja – hugs back to you and thanks.

Steph – thank you :)