Just to let you know that I'm back, and that I'm okay. What helps me get through the day is knowing that my mom is in Heaven with the Lord watching over me, my dad and my whole family. You know what, I'm even discovering that I'm starting to act like my mother bit by bit. I just finished decorating my house for Christmas, and I could've sworn my mom was telling me where to put things here and there. You see my mom always did the decorating for Christmas. She always knew where to put everything. I usually was just there to help my mom, and she would tell me where to put stuff in the house. I was decorating this past week, and I was putting things in places as if I've always known. My mom loves to decorate, and I feel that I've inherited that gene.

I do still talk to my mom quietly whenever I'm in need of help, and I feel her talking to me and helping me.



Another thing....
I kinda need some advice on something. You see, I sing in this music ministry folk group (called "Image of Christ") in a church that I go to. We are all very good friends. We practice every Tuesday night, and we on every Sunday morning for mass. I truly enjoy it, and we have fun. When we get together on Tuesday nights we really enjoy one another's company, and have a blast. There's this guy who plays the guitar (and he is very good...BTW) and, I think I'm have special feelings for this guy, if you know what I mean. But, I'm so shy when it comes to things like this, and he's pretty shy, too. I'm not sure what I should do. Can anyone help me out? I'm very keen on this dating stuff.

Warm hugs and God bless.

Correction:

"I'm NOT very keen on this dating stuff."

Deina,

I'm so happy to hear that you are healing. I know your mom is proud of you, and I hope this holiday season will be comfortable for you and your family. God will be with you, and so will your mom.

As for this guy, try just being nice and friendly. Many guys are turned off by the cutesy act and come-ons. Besides, I don't know anyone who has had a true, strong, bone-deep relationship with someone they "picked up". Friends first. (These are all just my initial off-the-top suggestions. Of course, others may have better ones!! :D )

Good luck!

Shhh,
Whisper

It's good to see you're receiving the healing you need hon.

As for the guy thing, I'm anything but an expert, but I don't think you could do any better than Whisper's advice.

(((((((Deina))))))))))))

Kate
katiegirl0831@msn.com

Glad you are back and are healing emotionally.
See, you Mom is still with you!

As for that guy... you did say you are all very good friends so... ask him if he would like to join you for coffee or a bite to eat afterwards. Just be casual about it, no pressure! And work from there. I have a sense your Mom has a hand in this too, she's a busy lady!

Hugs-
Mermaid

thanks for letting us know how you are!

Whisper and Mermaid's advice is top notch, I think!

You guys are such great friends. Thanks for all your love and support, and your prayers.

Thanks {{{{{{Whisper & Mermaid}}}}}}. I will definitely take your advice.

Warm hugs and God bless,
Deina

You have to keep us posted on this! Good luck, close your eyes and leap!

Mermaid
( A sucker for romantic developments...)

Well....today we had practice right after today's mass for our Christmas Eve Mass on Tuesday night. This guy I've been telling about his name is Ravi. He plays the guitar in our church singing group. Well, I'm finding myself talking to him more and more, and being more comfortable around him. In fact, I feel so.....I dunno.....uh....happy inside when I'm around him, or when I see him. The more I see him, the more I feel good inside. Then, when I don't see him, I can't stop thinking about him. He is such a sweet guy, too. He is such a down-to-earth guy, and has a good sense of humor and is very good-natured. He is also true to his faith like me, and that means a lot to me. Plus, he loves music, and very talented when playing the guitar (he also plays the piano very well ), and I love to sing which is perfect.

The only thing is that I still don't know how he feels about me. I guess that will come in time. He also is kind of shy so I don't push him into anything. There really is no rush. Only God really knows when the time is right. I just have to be patient.

Well, I invited my singing group over to my house this coming Saturday (12/28). It would be really nice if Ravi could be there.

Well.....I hope y'all have a wonderful Christmas and a blessed New Year!

Warm hug and God bless,
Deina