When our worlds are rocked with unexpected news and we're left reeling, it's not long before we start thinking about the other people in our world who might need to know. If we have children, they'll be up there on our consideration list. Do I? Don't I? How can I?
Kylie, we connected years ago around RSE. You were amazing then and are incredible now! Heard your Parenting Place podcast and my heart goes out to you and your fam.
As a child I experienced a similar situation with a parent and absolutely tautoko your decision to be transparent with your kids - as well as reminding them how loved they are, as you are doing so intentionally. When my dad was sick, he wrote me a letter expressing his "love, love, love" for me and I treasure it to this day.
God's strength and aroha to you in abundance. Alice
Ohhh thanks Alice, your message caused a well to spring up in my eyes and heart. It's certainly an up/down journey and when aroha and encouragement comes in from unexpected places, it means a lot! Your dad's letter and love captures my heart for my own children - that there are precious memories and words left to treasure, always. I'm only a few sleeps from finishing my current treatment and looking forward making the most of the time gifted to me and our fam and sharing some fun adventure here. Arohanui xx
Kylie, we connected years ago around RSE. You were amazing then and are incredible now! Heard your Parenting Place podcast and my heart goes out to you and your fam.
As a child I experienced a similar situation with a parent and absolutely tautoko your decision to be transparent with your kids - as well as reminding them how loved they are, as you are doing so intentionally. When my dad was sick, he wrote me a letter expressing his "love, love, love" for me and I treasure it to this day.
God's strength and aroha to you in abundance. Alice
Ohhh thanks Alice, your message caused a well to spring up in my eyes and heart. It's certainly an up/down journey and when aroha and encouragement comes in from unexpected places, it means a lot! Your dad's letter and love captures my heart for my own children - that there are precious memories and words left to treasure, always. I'm only a few sleeps from finishing my current treatment and looking forward making the most of the time gifted to me and our fam and sharing some fun adventure here. Arohanui xx