31 March 2009

March Wind

March wind is a jolly fellow;
He likes to joke and play.
He turns umbrellas inside out
And blows men's hats away.
He calls the pussywillows
And whispers in each ear
"Wake up you lazy little seeds,
Don't you know that spring is here"

30 March 2009

Happy Birthday, Scott!

Scott
Born: March 30, 1977

Happy Birthday to my dear son-in-law, Scott.

I am so proud to have you as a member of our family.
You have the best sense of humor.
I enjoy being with you because we have so much fun.
I thank you for all the things you do for me.
I hope you have a wonderful birthday.
You deserve the best of everything.

29 March 2009

Happy Birthday, Jim!

James Walter
Born March 29, 1967
Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania

Happy Birthday wishes to my wonderful nephew, Jim.
I am so proud of you, Jim, for all your hard work in becoming a successful doctor. I hope you know how special you are to me.
I wish you a happy life and hope any future dreams will come true. Because of the person you are, you deserve the best.
Much love to you, Jim.....from your aunt.

26 March 2009

Sometimes we don't understand things until we experience them for ourselves.

Ultrasound

Yesterday Beth had another ultrasound. I cannot believe that you can see the baby's face so clearly. Normally ultrasounds just confuse me. But here is the baby's face....chubby cheeks. :~)
And as of yesterday he weighs 8 lbs., 5 ozs. I find this so amazing.

24 March 2009

So much about life is about babies.....our babies.....and what we leave behind.

As I wait the arrival of my first grandchild (they say it is a boy), I am filled with so many emotions. Being excited beyond belief is one of them. Another is that I wish my parents were here to see him and to share in our joy. I know that they are rejoicing where they are. I believe our loved ones never leave us and this gives me much comfort.

On Sunday I went through storage boxes of baby clothes from my girls. So many thoughts ran through my mind. Remembering their picture in a particular outfit, something that my mom bought them, how cute they looked in things, and how I have loved being their mother. It was my favorite role in life.

And as the days go by waiting for the baby to arrive, I know I will have many more thoughts.

23 March 2009

Keeley is One Year Old!

Our beautiful, precious little girl is ONE today!
H A P P Y
B I R T H D A Y,
K E E L E Y
S H A Y


22 March 2009

It's better to be alone than to wish you were.

20 March 2009

Toys from a while back


Bring back some memories?



Welcome Spring!
- arriving at 7:44 a.m. in my little part of heaven -

19 March 2009

"Sisterhood"
No matter how young or how old we are
girlfriends are simply the best!

18 March 2009

Look who is Three this Month!

Sophie was an unexpected surprise when we found each other in August 2008. It was mutual adoration.

Even tho I had the company of the cats, there was a void. Living in my big house alone, I realized that I missed having a dog. So, accompanying a friend to the Humane Society in Detroit that August, I had a tug at my heart when I found this dog. I was hesitant to take this big step, but it was a good deciion - for Sophie and me.

So, Happy Birthday, Sophie. I'm glad we have each other.


One Pair of Hands



video

My quilt star

My quilt star

Welcome to my little part of heaven..........

My life is about comfort and being close to the things I love, which means family, friends and living a quiet life. Embracing the small things in life is my reality.

I appreciate where God planted me and believe this is where I belong.

I don't know what the future holds for me, but as it unfolds, I'm enjoying the journey.


1925

1925
My historical home ♥

Winter

Winter

Spring

Spring

Summer

Summer

Autumn

Autumn

The Outbuilding

The Outbuilding
I love the morning shadows as they fall on my old-time garage. It's a good thing when your garage has an attractive paint job. Just don't look at the shingles on the south side of the roof. :-)

Michigan: State Flower-Apple Blossom & State Bird-Robin

Michigan:                           State Flower-Apple Blossom & State Bird-Robin

Sophie

Sophie

Bob

Bob

Sophie

Sophie
My very special companion. We found each other in August of 2006. It was one of those things when you truly know you found the right dog for you and that the dog felt the same way about you. And that was the beginning. I love coming home to my Sophie. She is still so much puppy, but I know how quickly the time goes by when the years aren't kind to dogs, so being a puppy for as long as possible is fine with me. She is loving and oh so affectionate. A true cuddler.

Bob

Bob
Here is my tailless cat. His best friend is Sophie. Watching both of them is so much fun. I hadn't expected to get another cat at the time I was at Petco looking at the fish. Then I heard that there was a pet adoption going on. Anyone who knows me knows how much I love cats. So of course I had to wander over. I looked at the adoptees and my eyes fell on Bob. I asked to hold him and that was all it took. He loved being held and of course he was acting as charming as possible. I said "Wrap him up." Off we went to the car and headed home. Bob doesn't so much like to be held like he did that first day. But that is ok. He is my little buddy. He is very happy living with me and Sophie, but not so much Chloe. He pretty much keeps out of Chloe's way and when he forgets, she reminds him. Trust me, she does. :-)~

Chloe

Chloe
This is my darling little kitty that has been with me for a very long time. She loves only me. Unfortunately her mom cat did not take her prenatal vitamins and Chloe suffered because of it. She has been blind for a very long time. The amazing thing is it is hard to notice it. She gets around wonderfully. Sometimes I get sad when I think about it because she can't see how I love her. But she feels it. She knows I love her and accept her for who she is - even when she is a little grumpy (don't we all have those kinds of days I ask?). God blesses our animals and sends them to us to make life just that much better. On 9.16.09 - Chloe left our little family to return "home". I miss her very much, but am comforted because I know she is with Daisy, Dumplin and Andrew - and can once again see as she roams in God's Home. This little cat will always be in my heart. Hugs and kisses to you, My Dear Little Chloe. I am so thankful for our time together. xoxo

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