MAY BLOG 2026
Better late than never.
In case you haven’t realised, I write this blog as a form of therapy for myself. The journey through grief is a road we will all travel at some stage in our lives. I was really surprised how I felt after dad died. I didn’t really feel too upset. After all he was 91 and had not had a fun time of it the last couple of years. Now, he is no longer in pain or troubled by loneliness and the loss of his ability to care for himself. He is now at peace. But does that make it a good or bad thing to feel relief when a loved one passes.
It had been six weeks and in that time I didn’t really cry over losing dad. I felt emotional and thought of many memories that will always stay with my brother and I. It is such a busy time after a family member dies. So many people and organisations to contact, paperwork, so many things to arrange, so many others to comfort.
It wasn’t until the ashes and the death certificate finally arrived that I burst into a blubbering well of tears and the reality struck me that it was final. He really is gone. Since that outburst I have had a few tears but I think the acceptance part of grieving is now happening.
On arriving back in Tassie from helping my brother with the business end of death I have been flat out. I have not had a chance to write and that is making me grumpy.
The Jazz Room gig at the Hobart Town Hall went really well. Such a great bunch of musicians. We have so many talented musos here in Tassie.
I have done a few private events but the next big public concert is on Sunday 21st June at West Winds in Woodbridge. Such a beautiful venue. I am presenting my “Delightful Divas” show. It will probably be the last time I do this particular concert. I am ready to try another theme.
Hubby and I have been busy with a reno at home, finally finishing the last room in the house. Almost there.
Now the 1st of June has come and gone and I can confidently say, winter is here.
The long johns and the thermals are out, the heaters in on and the days are shorter. Now let’s see how long it takes for the winter blues to take over our emotions.
See you on the 21st June at West Winds.
Thank you for being good listeners. You are all my therapists.
Cheers
K