Lunch

It’s funny how everything can change in an instant. Excuse me ahead of time for the depressing post. Stop reading now if you don’t want to hear my sob story!

Anyways, while I was driving home this morning I got a call from my mom telling me to come to her house right away when getting home. It turns out that last night my Grandmother fell outside of her house and is in pretty bad shape. We of course can’t tell my grandfather because he is in such critical condition as well and the shock might make him worse….so we told him she has the flu and can’t come visit for a little while. Long story short, I have to take my mom to the airport this afternoon to get up to Wisconsin where she will be for at least a week, helping out again. I’m dropping out of my class at school for this 3 weeks and moving home to take care of the house, dog and little brother and will just have to repeat my cakes class at a later date.

It all came as quiteΒ  a shock but I suppose it could be worse. Right now I’m just focusing on what needs to be done here and getting my mom to the airport on time. So, no wedding party tonight or shopping trips! I’ll probably go back to Orlando in the morning and pack up some things for this next week that I’ll need for when I stay at my parent’s house. For lunch I swung by the health food store and picked up some stuff for my mom and I. I got her some tuna salad and I got a plate with hummus, tabbouli, kale salad, seaweed salad and whole wheat pasta salad with iced tea.

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Again—I’m sorry for the depressing post! I never try to sugar coat anything on this blog and things happen like this in real life, and when they do, we just deal with them. There’s no other choice.

~~I’ll check in later after dinner

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  • Courtney
    May 3, 2008 at 5:16 pm

    Jenna, I am so sorry about your grandmother, and I am still keeping my fingers crossed for your grandfather as well! You’re right, things do happen and you just have to deal with them no matter what. Just know you and your family are in my thoughts and everyone else’s I’m sure! Stay positive! Good luck this weekend and this upcoming week, things will definitely get better! Fingers are crossed!!

  • ibex hk
    May 3, 2008 at 5:18 pm

    So sorry, that is definitely shocking and upsetting news! I’m wishing you all the best, you’re definitely right- take care of what you need to do to be sure that you’re taking care of yourself and your family! Warm wishes for you and your family!

  • Alyssa
    May 3, 2008 at 5:24 pm

    Don’t apologize! We are all here for you and I cannot imagine going through what you are going through. Do what you need to do to take care of your family and yourself of course! We are all thinking of you and hoping things will get better, have faith that they will! πŸ™‚

  • Natalie
    May 3, 2008 at 5:27 pm

    I’m so sorry Jenna. I really do hope things will get better for you and i’ll keep your grandparents in my prayers.

  • Danielle
    May 3, 2008 at 5:35 pm

    Jenna, there is no need to apologize! I am so sorry for the unfortunate sequence of events! You are your family will be in my thoughts and prayers and hopefully things will turn around soon. Hang in their girlie, we’re all here for you!

  • VeggieGirl
    May 3, 2008 at 5:43 pm

    Jenna, I can’t express enough how sorry I am, about everything that is going on right now – please do not apologize for sharing the circumstances, since this is YOUR blog! You know that I have you and your family in my thoughts and prayers, and will continue to do so. Hang in there, and be well.

  • erica
    May 3, 2008 at 5:46 pm

    Jenna, I’m so sorry about your grandmother, and grandfather as well.. I’m hoping that things will work out. You and your family are always in my thoughts and prayers.

  • Becca A
    May 3, 2008 at 5:46 pm

    Jenna,
    my thoughts are with you and your family. Hang in there.

  • Romina
    May 3, 2008 at 5:50 pm

    Jenna, I am so sorry. It seems that the worst things happen to the best people. I know you’ll pull through though. You are an amazing daughter and granddaughter to be dedicating yourself to this.

  • Serena
    May 3, 2008 at 6:03 pm

    I agree with all the others – it’s never fun when these things happen to families. But what I think is so amazing about you is that you really seem to have your priorities straight and you have a really good attitude about life’s twists and turns. I hope your family all pulls through.

  • Evey
    May 3, 2008 at 6:16 pm

    Jenna,
    Please do not feel the need to apologize for uncontrollable events such as these. I do hope everything works out in the end, and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
    I know it may be hard to do, but try and look at things positively so as to not dampen your thoughts/feelings.
    I wish you all the best and hope you can deal with this situation.

  • Cara
    May 3, 2008 at 6:21 pm

    There is definitely no need to apologize. Life happens and we are all here to support you. I will have you and your family in my thoughts. That is so nice of you, and great that you can actually help out the way that you will be. πŸ™‚

  • Julz
    May 3, 2008 at 6:32 pm

    Oh goodness… Take care of everything at home, but don’t forget to take care of yourself too! Sometimes life works in such strange ways… The ones who do so much for their families and others are the ones who continually get the burdens of unfortunate circumstances… Your such an amazing person, I hope you don’t ever blame yourself. So many youngest members of the family end up feeling as though they are the ones to blame. You’re such a blessing for your family to have you and your unending dedication. You have ALL of our prayers, thoughts, and love so just know that we’re here for even the most difficult of times. Take care of yourself Jenna!!

  • Phoebe
    May 3, 2008 at 7:15 pm

    Jenna — I am sorry to hear this upsetting news. That actually happened with my grandmother too some years ago. Worrying about relatives when you are far away is so stressful. I think it both makes you feel helpless to be so far away, and your worrying thoughts can run totally rampant away from you because you are distant from the tangible reality of the situation. At least that’s what it’s like in my view.
    Good luck with everything. We are thinking of you while you are dealing with this difficult situation!

  • linds
    May 3, 2008 at 7:23 pm

    So sorry to hear about this. Wishing the best for you and your family during this difficult time.. Stay strong!

  • AshleyH
    May 3, 2008 at 7:30 pm

    Jenna- I am so proud of you what a great daughter you are to step up and take responsibility like that. You Rock!! I am very sorry to hear about your grandfather a similiar situation just happened to me and I know you and family can get throught this I know because we did.

    Your lunch looks amazing though I am sure it made you feel better since you love food alot like me! πŸ˜‰
    Try to relax tonight…maybe you could go to a yoga class soon that would really help.

    Youre in my thoughts and prayers.

  • Steph
    May 3, 2008 at 7:41 pm

    I am so so sorry about this :/ It’s really tough but you will get through it no matter what and you’re grandmother and grandfather will get through it with you and your mothers help. Just try to stay strong and positive for them (and yourself!) because that really helps through tough times. I’ll keep you and your family in my prayers. Things will get better!
    :)!!

  • Meghan
    May 3, 2008 at 7:51 pm

    I have never commented before but I am a devoted reader of your blog! I just wanted to tell you that I am so sorry and that you and your family are in my thoughts! You are a wonderful daughter and granddaughter, you are an inspiration in more ways than just healthy living..good luck with everything!

  • Jennifer
    May 3, 2008 at 8:00 pm

    Boy, it really seems like when it rains, it pours, sometimes, huh? I’m so sorry to hear about your grandma, but am so glad to hear that your mom is able to be with her (only because you’re stepping in on this end– what a daughter!). You’re in our thoughts.

  • Jack
    May 3, 2008 at 9:02 pm

    I’m sorry to hear about more misfortune in your life. You and your family will be in my thoughts. It seems as though life interferes with the best laid plans (and even the spur-of-the-moment plans). I will miss you these next two weeks. I feel like you have become and good friend and working with you is on my list of great memories from culinary school. When you get back, Erin, Alia, you, and I should still try and find a good Indian place before class.

    Just know that I think you’re an amazing person, and times like this highlight a person’s quality and strength. Stay in touch, ok?

    -Jack

  • Meghan
    May 3, 2008 at 9:16 pm

    I guess there are two meghans now (I’m the first one who’s commented on this blog before, and so glad to find someone who shares my spelling!) Anyways…

    Jenna, I’m so sorry to hear about the craziness that your family is going through. You and your family are truly blessed to have such amazing family members who will put family before anything, you definitely have your priorities straight. It’s great you’re able to help out so incredibly much and realize that everyone has to pull together at times such as these. I wish the best fortune on you and your family.

  • Amy C.
    May 3, 2008 at 9:28 pm

    Jenna, I’m so sorry to hear about both of your grandparents. It’s tough when that happens. You’re a great person/daughter/granddaughter/sister to help out like you do. You’re an incredible person and I hope everything gets better soon! I’m thinking of you and your family.

  • Sara
    May 3, 2008 at 10:26 pm

    Jenna, I’m so sorry to hear about your grandparents. I don’t post often but I wanted to tell you that I think you’re really strong and you’re doing the right thing. My thoughts are with you and your family.

  • Becky
    May 3, 2008 at 10:37 pm

    Hey Jenna, I haven’t really posted before but I hope you know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers πŸ™‚

  • Andrea
    May 4, 2008 at 12:36 am

    i am so sorry jenna! you are such a good person to help out your family. i will continue to keep you guys in my thoughts and prayers…<3

  • nicole r
    May 4, 2008 at 12:53 am

    oh my gosh, jenna, i’m so sorry. what presence of mind you have to be so mature in handling the change—most people our age are not/would not be so flexible. your poor mother too, to have this with both of her parents. your family is definitely in my thoughts…

  • Bev
    May 4, 2008 at 12:57 am

    I will keep you in my loving thoughts . You are doing the right thing and your mom should be proud of you to put you life on hold. Keep up the positive thoughts.

  • Kristin S
    May 4, 2008 at 1:14 am

    I will be praying for you and your family!

  • Courty
    May 4, 2008 at 1:52 am

    I am so so sorry Jenna. You are amazing and I am sorry you have so much to deal with right now… you will all get through it. Hang in there; you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers!

  • BethT
    May 4, 2008 at 2:11 am

    You’re a great daughter.

  • Mel H
    May 4, 2008 at 2:59 am

    jenna, you are an amazing person and i wish nothing but the best for you. god will take care of you and your family! Take care of yourself hunni!

  • Kath
    May 4, 2008 at 3:01 am

    (((((((( Hugs ))))))))) to you Jenna.

    K

  • Ella
    May 4, 2008 at 4:09 am

    Jenna, I’m keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers. Have faith that everything will turn out alright.

    I don’t know a lot of daughters that would be as selfless as you and drop everything. It’s nice to know that there are caring people out there. Good luck, and I hope you and your family can hang in there.

    PS I read the pizza post, and when I stopped eating cheese, then started, then stopped, I definitely felt like there was some sludge in my stomach and phlegm (ew) from the cheese. In the end, it just makes you fell better about what you’re doing! πŸ™‚

    Best,
    Ella

  • Vegan_Noodle
    May 5, 2008 at 2:00 pm

    So sorry to hear about your grandmother Jenna. I will be thinking about her and your grandfather as well.
    Sounds like you have your priorities straight, I’m sure things will work out with school.