I don't know why, Kelly, but memories of my loved ones who are gone, even the great ones, make me sad to recall. I guess it's because they are gone.

I keep all of these loved ones in my heart and memories pop up, especially at Christmas time. But it hurts too much to dwell on them so I'm busy building on my children's and Grandchildren's good memories.

Please forgive me for not taking part in your wonderful thread..

P.S. Every time I watch "A Christmas Story" about the 40s, I bawl like a baby.