Once again, summer begins to make its exit. The days are still bright and hot, but we do know in my part of the world that the cool autumn nights will soon be here. I have always maintained that my feet remain bare from June 1st to October 1st....meaning a pair of flip flops is all I really need.
September brings around the change in the way I cook. Jules and I agreed that we will continue our regular evening routine of cooking on the BBQ. However the crock pot will be next in line. Soothing soups and stews will headline the menu this fall. It's nice to think of the things that give me so much pleasure; my family and friends, my love for cooking, the colorful leaves and the autumn spur of the moment road trips in the country.
September brings my thoughts to Kelly-Anne and her trip to Italy. The excitement of her first overseas voyage and her pain of what she would come home to. Even almost twelve years later, I am still haunted by this. Honestly, I don't think I will ever get over it.
Kelly-Anne continues to send me messages. She continues to guide me. I am so thankful for this long distance connection. Her infectious laughter is heard at times.
I see more often now the resemblance of Kelly-Anne in Kim. If I am standing behind Kim and she moves her head a certain way, all I see is Kelly-Anne. Paige is a going concern...just too smart for her age. I know Kelly-Anne is so proud of her niece.
My time this fall is to rest and appreciate what is around me. Hot coffee in morning and the solitude gives me time to reflect and plan my next adventure. A part time job that I can be passionate about awaits me somewhere.....until then, I will continue to enjoy the rest of my summer.
On October 16th, Concordia Women's Rugby will host the Kelly-Anne Cup at Concordia field on Sherbrooke st.west. They will play against McGill. The game starts at 3:00 p.m. For more information, please contact me through this blog. Once again, it is a fundraiser in Kelly-Anne 's memory. All money raised will go to Women Aware. This is an organization here in Montreal who works very hard to raise awareness about domestic abuse.They have helped countless women and children. Women Aware never left our side through our darkest moments. Everyone is welcomed to attend.
Until then, enjoy the sunshine and what is left of the lazy days of summer!
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Doreen as always your posts are so touching and eloquent. They never fail to give me insight into how wonderful a woman Kelly-Anne was. Thank you for sharing her with me.
Deborah, thank you and Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.
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