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Words of Wisdom from an 8 year old

5/26/2012

Jack and I were chatting tonight and got on the subject of chocolate milk. He was rambling on about how chocolate wasn't all that good for you, but…."Nama," he said, "did you know milk has a lot of nutrients ?" So, apparently the chocolate smoothie (ala Weight Watchers) which I had just consumed was somewhat acceptable. Then, with a serious look, came the words of wisdom. "You know, Nama, cows don't really make brown (chocolate) milk. Some of my friends even think they make strawberry milk, but, of course, they only make white milk." Inside I was hysterical laughing but didn't show it to him, because he was so serious and seemed so "learned" in this field.
Sometimes words of wisdom can make a day even brighter…..and certainly lighter.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ERIN!!!!!

5/23/2012

Our adorable granddaughter, Erin, is 9 years old today!!! Erin brings so much joy and entertainment to our lives. Whenever she is with us I find little love notes from her after she is gone. We love you so much, Erin! Keep dancing to the music of your heart!!

I love this quote....hope it touches you, too

5/15/2012

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Memories .... new and old

5/13/2012

It was a wonderful Mother's Day from morning to night. I am so very grateful for the blessings of our children and grandchildren and our families. My dear sister in law, Kathleen, drove in from Madison with her hubby and a complete brunch for all of us. As if that isn't special enough (and Kathleen has done this for years!), she and her husband were leaving for a trip to Croitia at 8 pm tonight!!
As I looked around at the family members present, I couldn't help but think back to Mother's days in past years. When I was a little girl, we would all go to the forest preserves, and have an all day picnic. My grandmother and all the adults would play cards and have a wonderful time. We children swam and kept busy. Wonderful memories. Yet, many of those loved ones are gone now....but my memories bring them all back to life.
I hope you have good memories also....both old and new.
Happy Mother's Day!

Mother's Day…..A Day to Honor all Women

5/12/2012

It is a beautiful day to celebrate the important women in our lives. Though they may not have children of their own, these are the women who have nurtured us, guided us, loved us in every sense of the word. Some may be with you today while others, like myself, no longer have my mom, my nama, or my mother in law with me….but I'm sure they have a magnificent spot in the heavens.
Give your moms an extra special hug today and remember to thank them for the gift of life. If you know of a mom who has lost a child, let her know you remember and are thinking about her. And if you know someone who has lost her mom, give her a gentle hug.
Blessings and love to all………...

Thought for today....

5/11/2012

The Truth Hurts…..

5/9/2012

A week ago I was lying on the couch snuggling with one of our granddaughters. All of a sudden she started to giggle, and she kept touching my arm. "What," I said, "is so funny?" "Nama, " she said, "WHY do you have so much skin on your arms ?" all the while playing with my arm as if she were smooshing a piece of play doh!! Then she started picking up the skin on my hands!!!! This brought on even more giggles. But the worst was when she put that little hand to my neck to touch the skin that hangs just a bit, looked me in the eyes, and just smirked.

I will grant you the years have reduced the elasticity in my skin, BUT, did I really need to be reminded of it by a SIX YEAR old?!!!! I mean, seriously….now I am looking for clear duct tape to wrap around my neck and pull it up to behind my ear lobes. NOT funny!

Yeah, like I said, the truth hurts…..hmmm, probably not as much as removing the duct tape will hurt. Maybe I ought to reconsider.

Have a peaceful day!

Thought for Today…..

5/8/2012

Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet Dog....Sox

5/7/2012

Here is Ally with Sox....talk about a tolerant, passive doggie. How many dogs would keep a tiara on their head? This is not the first time she has dressed Sox up...too funny!

One step forward....two steps backward

5/6/2012

Dear Lord,
I have prayed without ceasing for many. These days so much of my focus is on our little Meggan. It is heartbreaking to see her now having memory lapses.....she is seizing and tho they are probably just seconds in length, she has no recollection....a true indication of seizures. She is not even 7 yet, Lord. This once normal, disease free happy little girl is changing before our eyes. And all because a bully kid knocked her down, causing her head to slam into the concrete...unprovoked, just because bullying is what he knows. His parents are also bullies, and they have taught him (and his siblings) well.

I see the frustration and worry in the eyes of our daughter and son in law, trying so hard to pinpoint the "triggers." I see how much more protective her older brother, Jack, is. Her little sister, Ally, doesn't really understand. It is so unfair....I already know about "unfair."

There are so many emotions stirring inside me.....anger, fear, frustration, sadness, doubt....I want to cradle her in my arms and breathe wellness into her once normal brain. The love I have for all of our little ones is fierce, passionate.....like a mother lioness I wish I could protect them all from any harm or ill will. Is this the way You love us, Lord? Fiercely? Passionately? Please, please reassure me that You are near, that You hear the pleading of so many.