LJ Idol Season 10, Week 15 , Patchwork Heart

[mrstotten]

I was seven years old the first time I saw a dead body.  My mum’s uncle had died and they were hosting the wake at my Gran’s.  It felt like there were over a hundred people.  The place stank of cigarettes and stale whiskey.  I remember screwing up my nose as I tried to find my way out of the room past a sea of legs.   Knobbly knees and tights

Comments

[i_17bingo]

This was an intense, emotional trip through life. A lot of suffering, but even that mess of a wedding sounded worth it.

[mrstotten]

It was totally worth it :) not everyone gets to marry their best friend its been a roller coaster but I am very very lucky

[bleodswean]

A lot of experiences that certainly put holes in your heart. Your opening bit was really fantastically well-done! I'm glad you have your child and this amazing patchwork life!

[mrstotten]

thank you so much :)

The opening bit was written way before posting, wasnt sure where I was going after that but then the rest came so glad it works

[adoptedwriter]

This was a beautiful glimpse into your history! Hugs...

[mrstotten]

Thank you very much :)

[rayaso]

This was a great series of memories/events, poignant and at times painful. It's funny how we become the person we are now. Congratulations on the baby! How old is he now? This was a wonderful patchwork.

[mrstotten]

he is now 11 and taller than me and the absolute light of my life :)

I truly believe we are because of what we experience

[halfshellvenus]

There is so much heartache here, some desperately sad things you've survived. I'm so sorry about Kim, and about your miscarriage. And so glad your son made it through after that rough beginning. ♥

[mrstotten]

thank you :)

Kim had a huge effect on my life even if I didn't see it till later. As a parent now my heart breaks even more for what could have been for her

The miscarriage was hellish, but I know how lucky I am to have my gorgeous boy