Gentleness with others

Since half the country is mourning, I am treating every one with kid gloves, that is to say, very gently. I am trying my best to be patient, kind, considerate, helpful. The flower shop has been extremely busy. A woman bought two Norfolk pine trees and an arrangement to put on a table for a backyard wedding. Another woman chose some fleece slippers "Fleece Navidad" as a non-traditional get well gift. A man ordered two fall themed arrangements for a birthday party. Yet it's sad because I took several funeral orders for a 15 year old who fell 7 stories to his death and an order for an arrangement for my husband's friend who died from cancer. His funeral is tomorrow. I sent my sister a birthday card and small monetary gift. I want to stay home for Thanksgiving this year. I'd like to make dinner for my immediate family. Usually we spend Thanksgiving with my husband's family, but this year his brother and family are traveling to another state to see the new baby. After my mother's passing, I need to be comfortable and peaceful and I believe my own home is the best place to be.