Here I am again...third day in a row!! I have to first state that I love the randomness of Laura's blog. Today she posted her 4 list....it ended with tags to whoever wanted to do it....
MY 4 LIST
4 Shows I watch
Amazing Race
Criminal Minds
Gray's Anademy
Big Bang Theory
4 Things I am passionate about
My Family
The Temple/Gospel
Swimming
Reading
4 Phrases I say alot
Remember who you are
smile
Love you
why?
4 Things I have learned from the Past
Listen to your parents
Don't give up
Patience is a virtue
take time for others
4 Places I'd like to go to
Europe
Hawaii
China
Australia
4 Things I did yesterday
Church
Read
Slept
Smocked
4 Things I am looking forward to
More Grandchildren
Watching my grandchildren grow
One more wedding
Being in the Temple with my whole family
4 Things that I love about Winter
Being inside by a roaring fireplace
Waking up to snow everywhere
Playing with the kidlings in the snow
Being followed by Spring
4 Things on my wish list
Love at home
Good books
Chicken bones
Painfree legs
4 People that I tag
Do four people even read my blog ????
That was fun...try it!!!
Today has been okay. I caught up on laundry, had a good swim ( except for the annoying man who swam down the middle of my lane, cooked soup and lasagna, finished the Hunger Games, started a quilt, worked on my smocking project, cuddled Emmy and Finley, enjoyed a nice supper cooked by Laura, watched some TV, and spent time on the computer!!
Glad that the day is over.....wish that I had the next book in this series to read!
Sweet Dreams....my car is acting up, so I just might get to sleep in tomorrow!!!
Monday, December 6, 2010
Sunday, December 5, 2010
December 5th 1975
It's 35 years ago and a day that has changed my life forever. I began the day, Friday like most Fridays by going to my classroom. I was teaching grade three at the time, with a tough little group of kiddies. ( but that's another story) Many of the staff thought that I was crazy to even show up that morning....after all it was my wedding day.
My original wedding plans , originally planned for Sept.1975 were drastically streamlined over the Sept.-Dec. period, and almost didnt happen. My father had been hospitalized with a series of infections that would keep in hospital until April 1976. We planned for October, then November, and with Dad's urging we set a Dec. date. Bill was thinking that it might never happen. We cancelled our reception, and gathered as an intimate group of family.
I finished teaching that day at noon, thanks to my fellow teachers who covered my classes for the afternoon. I got my hair done, visited with Dad, and then in the early evening hours was married in the home of my brother Eric. ( that's another story too) Bill and I were married in front of his fireplace and with a mirror in front of us I watched my mother silently cry as her youngest daughter was married without her daddy. Dad and I often joked later about the fact that he missed my birth too because he was ill...strange coincidence. My bridesmaid was my sister Dianne, and Bill Farmer was best man.
Following our wedding ceremony, and light refreshments Bill and I escaped for a honeymoon weekend in the Annapolis Valley....a light snow was falling. Unbeknownst to me my mother was crying because she knew that dad had some major surgery booked for the next morning, which might end his life. She made Bill promise not to tell me, for fear that I would postpone again. Part way through Saturday morning, Bill let the secret be known ( figuring that no one had called with bad news) We quickly packed and returned to Hfx. Dad had indeed pulled through, but would have have four more months of hospital before coming home.
So that's how my life with Bill began. ( Sorry for leaving out the honeymoon details!!) We have now been together for 35 years....some happy, some challenging, some exciting, some same old same!!! We have four wonderful children that bring us much joy, and seven delightful grandchildren ( so far)
As we reach this milestone it has not been without it's tests....many more than I've liked...but all ones that have been points of growth. It is on that note that I feel reflective tonight. Neither Bill or I are near perfect, and our differences have often put strain on our life together, but as marriage partners we made a commitment to each other. That commitement has brought work with it but for anything to progress it takes work and patience.
It hasn't always been easy, but it has been worth it. I am married to a good man. He loves me despite my differences, he has always supported our family, and he is someone that many can count on. He has many strengths that make him the special husband that he is.
Love you Bill, Happy Anniversary.
My original wedding plans , originally planned for Sept.1975 were drastically streamlined over the Sept.-Dec. period, and almost didnt happen. My father had been hospitalized with a series of infections that would keep in hospital until April 1976. We planned for October, then November, and with Dad's urging we set a Dec. date. Bill was thinking that it might never happen. We cancelled our reception, and gathered as an intimate group of family.
I finished teaching that day at noon, thanks to my fellow teachers who covered my classes for the afternoon. I got my hair done, visited with Dad, and then in the early evening hours was married in the home of my brother Eric. ( that's another story too) Bill and I were married in front of his fireplace and with a mirror in front of us I watched my mother silently cry as her youngest daughter was married without her daddy. Dad and I often joked later about the fact that he missed my birth too because he was ill...strange coincidence. My bridesmaid was my sister Dianne, and Bill Farmer was best man.
Following our wedding ceremony, and light refreshments Bill and I escaped for a honeymoon weekend in the Annapolis Valley....a light snow was falling. Unbeknownst to me my mother was crying because she knew that dad had some major surgery booked for the next morning, which might end his life. She made Bill promise not to tell me, for fear that I would postpone again. Part way through Saturday morning, Bill let the secret be known ( figuring that no one had called with bad news) We quickly packed and returned to Hfx. Dad had indeed pulled through, but would have have four more months of hospital before coming home.
So that's how my life with Bill began. ( Sorry for leaving out the honeymoon details!!) We have now been together for 35 years....some happy, some challenging, some exciting, some same old same!!! We have four wonderful children that bring us much joy, and seven delightful grandchildren ( so far)
As we reach this milestone it has not been without it's tests....many more than I've liked...but all ones that have been points of growth. It is on that note that I feel reflective tonight. Neither Bill or I are near perfect, and our differences have often put strain on our life together, but as marriage partners we made a commitment to each other. That commitement has brought work with it but for anything to progress it takes work and patience.
It hasn't always been easy, but it has been worth it. I am married to a good man. He loves me despite my differences, he has always supported our family, and he is someone that many can count on. He has many strengths that make him the special husband that he is.
Love you Bill, Happy Anniversary.
Saturday, December 4, 2010
December 4th
It's been a long day, and maybe I should head to bed ,rather than write. Somehow I feel impressed tho' to post so I'll post. I'm not sure that the day was really that much longer, but I just don't seem to be handling it well. I'm feeling weary and alone. I cry and I'm not sure why. I'm not in a good place and none of this makes sense.
Today I worked at the Temple. It was the usual peace and calm of my week. I worked with some very dear friends, and I felt good while I was there. I left the building, and it was like a cloud fell over me. Oh, how depressing the world can be. Everybody rushes around, people get short with each other, and peace is so hard to find.
One bright thing tho' was my stop to visit with Aunt May. I have been so clearly blessed to serve her. When I went in her toasty warm house I called out for her. I am always afraid that she won't answer. ( She is 98 yrs. young) Today I found her in the kitchen, hands covered in dough making pork buns.( a Newfie treat) She had a bit too much dough for her small pan and so she sent me looking for a tiny pie plate. It took me a few looks before I found what she wanted and when I asked her where she got the cute little pie pan...she answered...I've had those for 100 years. I looked at her and said...you're lieing to me....you're only 98!!! You have to know that she'd never lie.....she's one of the most honest people that I know. We laughed and hugged together. Before I left she asked me to get her to the bank next week to get her affairs in order before she dies. That kind of hit me in a tender spot, and I've been thinking about how much I will miss her. She's a dear lady!!
Last thought before I move on....tomorrow is my 35th wedding anniversary. Happy Anniversary to me! Maybe I'll reflect more tomorrow.
Today I worked at the Temple. It was the usual peace and calm of my week. I worked with some very dear friends, and I felt good while I was there. I left the building, and it was like a cloud fell over me. Oh, how depressing the world can be. Everybody rushes around, people get short with each other, and peace is so hard to find.
One bright thing tho' was my stop to visit with Aunt May. I have been so clearly blessed to serve her. When I went in her toasty warm house I called out for her. I am always afraid that she won't answer. ( She is 98 yrs. young) Today I found her in the kitchen, hands covered in dough making pork buns.( a Newfie treat) She had a bit too much dough for her small pan and so she sent me looking for a tiny pie plate. It took me a few looks before I found what she wanted and when I asked her where she got the cute little pie pan...she answered...I've had those for 100 years. I looked at her and said...you're lieing to me....you're only 98!!! You have to know that she'd never lie.....she's one of the most honest people that I know. We laughed and hugged together. Before I left she asked me to get her to the bank next week to get her affairs in order before she dies. That kind of hit me in a tender spot, and I've been thinking about how much I will miss her. She's a dear lady!!
Last thought before I move on....tomorrow is my 35th wedding anniversary. Happy Anniversary to me! Maybe I'll reflect more tomorrow.
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Be calm my soul
I want to get better at this. So here I am.
Today I have been touched, at several times, by some things that have made me feel very angry. Well, we all have those moments and this is how I am going to deal with it.
My happy thoughts......
1. I love having good chats with my children.
2. I love hearing 'I love you'
3. I love how sweet Cooper runs to me and hugs my knees.
4. I love the gentle hugs of Jacob and the giggles from Georgia.
5. I adore how grownup Sarah and Jessica are becoming...loved my sleepover with them this month.
6. I enjoy a good book...and my girls point me to many of them. To the Rescue (Tremendous), Safe Haven, JayHawk, The Peacegiver ( amazing read)
7. I love babies....and I have so many in my life.
8. I love the preciousness of Emmy and Finley......and the miracles that they are.
9. I love reading to Emmy and Finley, just to watch their faces.
10. I had fun with my sewing friends....even if my machine acted uptoday.
11. I have a passion for the swimming pool...even on my lazy days....it is such a great escape for me.
12. Then there is the Temple....I do leave the world behind when I visit this Holy place. What a blessing...wish to be there with my children and husband.
13. I have the cutest physiotherapist...and he has made me feel so much better these days.
14. I love older people...they make me feel good ( and young) and they have so much wisdom. Aunt May, I love you....she makes me feel so good.
15. I am grateful for challenges....they make me stronger.
16. I love music.
17. I love that Michael kisses me and tells me that he loves me....lots!!
18. I love that Kathy is such a great shopper and she helps me so much. She is a very clever lady and a wonderful Mom.
19. Speaking of Kathy...did I mention that she has made me feel included with card making ( even if I am a bit slow) thanks.
20. I am excited for Karen and all of her teaching experiences..she is an amazing teacher...and I love how thoughtful she is to me. she's a great listener
21. Laura is such a strength to me at home. I love her blog, and her Mom and daughter chats...I want her to find happiness soon! She deserves it.
22. I have a good husband....even when he makes me crazy..we have been married 35 years this week...where did the time go!! Love you Bill
23. I have many special friends...I learn from them, I feel support from them...I am grateful.
24.I was born into a wonderful family and I'm grateful for their love and examples. I had the BEST parents. Miss you Mom and Dad. Appreciate your parents while you can!
25. I will be eternally grateful for the Gospel of Jesus Christ and how it has blessed my life and made life make sense.
Now, I could go on and on....count YOUR blessings....name them one by one....and you will feel better. I do.
Goodnight and I will return.
Today I have been touched, at several times, by some things that have made me feel very angry. Well, we all have those moments and this is how I am going to deal with it.
My happy thoughts......
1. I love having good chats with my children.
2. I love hearing 'I love you'
3. I love how sweet Cooper runs to me and hugs my knees.
4. I love the gentle hugs of Jacob and the giggles from Georgia.
5. I adore how grownup Sarah and Jessica are becoming...loved my sleepover with them this month.
6. I enjoy a good book...and my girls point me to many of them. To the Rescue (Tremendous), Safe Haven, JayHawk, The Peacegiver ( amazing read)
7. I love babies....and I have so many in my life.
8. I love the preciousness of Emmy and Finley......and the miracles that they are.
9. I love reading to Emmy and Finley, just to watch their faces.
10. I had fun with my sewing friends....even if my machine acted uptoday.
11. I have a passion for the swimming pool...even on my lazy days....it is such a great escape for me.
12. Then there is the Temple....I do leave the world behind when I visit this Holy place. What a blessing...wish to be there with my children and husband.
13. I have the cutest physiotherapist...and he has made me feel so much better these days.
14. I love older people...they make me feel good ( and young) and they have so much wisdom. Aunt May, I love you....she makes me feel so good.
15. I am grateful for challenges....they make me stronger.
16. I love music.
17. I love that Michael kisses me and tells me that he loves me....lots!!
18. I love that Kathy is such a great shopper and she helps me so much. She is a very clever lady and a wonderful Mom.
19. Speaking of Kathy...did I mention that she has made me feel included with card making ( even if I am a bit slow) thanks.
20. I am excited for Karen and all of her teaching experiences..she is an amazing teacher...and I love how thoughtful she is to me. she's a great listener
21. Laura is such a strength to me at home. I love her blog, and her Mom and daughter chats...I want her to find happiness soon! She deserves it.
22. I have a good husband....even when he makes me crazy..we have been married 35 years this week...where did the time go!! Love you Bill
23. I have many special friends...I learn from them, I feel support from them...I am grateful.
24.I was born into a wonderful family and I'm grateful for their love and examples. I had the BEST parents. Miss you Mom and Dad. Appreciate your parents while you can!
25. I will be eternally grateful for the Gospel of Jesus Christ and how it has blessed my life and made life make sense.
Now, I could go on and on....count YOUR blessings....name them one by one....and you will feel better. I do.
Goodnight and I will return.
Sunday, November 14, 2010
Inspired
Hello friends. My daughters inspire me, that includes Keah ( when she has time to blog). I have to state that Laura is my wake-up blog because she never seems to end a day without posting a thought or three!! I am grateful that each of the girls place memories or thoughts on blog pages.
Look at that...not only did I post a photo...but I moved it where I wanted it....Hooray for me!!
I actually lost the first picture when I was editting....still haven't found it
Now they got me on this idea of blogging, but you know I always feel quite uninteresting....without much of a life....oh dear....need to erase....but on to my idea for today. Now girls remember that I have NO....I repeat NO favorites.....but Laura did inspire this blog event....here goes.
My attempt at an ABC entry....
A....attached or single??
(not sure if I'm going to copy all of her headings)
I am very attached...34 yrs and 11 mos. attached to the same guy
and four of the greatest kids alive!!
and seven adorable kidlings
B...best friend
when I was a teen I always wanted ONE BF...but I always had many friends,and never a best
Now I would say that I have many BEST friends!!!
C...cake or pie
probably pie with a dobble of vanilla ice cream
D...day of choice
First choice Sunday...second Saturday
both are days of spiritual renewing for me...at church and the Temple
and I always seem to be on empty by Saturday
E...essential item
books...I love having a good read to turn to
presently reading Number Four (very different for me!)
Just finished To The Rescue ( amazing read)
F....Favorite Color
has always been a hard one...as I go from red to yellow to blue
G....Gummy worms or bears
neither...I really like chicken bones best
H..hometown
Halifax....deeply rooted
I...Indulgences
way too many and they all seem to end up in my stomach!!!
J...January or July
No question here...July...I like to be warm
K...kids
Just look at them...aren't they grand and I'm soooooooo proud of each of them
and I have NO..I repeat NO favorites.....just favorite things about each of them
Michael...my ever-loving son....
always gives me the greatest hugs and kisses and tells me that he loves me
A great Dad and a strong priesthood holder
Kathryn.....the Mom that I wanted to be...at home!!
so strong,patient, and so much fun to be with.....an amazing cook, creative, smart and young at heart
A great Mother.
Karen....my gentle daughter
Thoughtful , organized ( I want to be like her too!!!) and determined
An inspiring leader
Laura....my never a dull moment daughter!!
Inspiring, spiritual, kind and loving
A unique and powerful example
Ooops....did I side track??? My kids tend to do that to me.....and did I mention kids......they go on and on my friend,,,,,,look at these beauties.....the icing on the cake.....the best grand kidlings!!!!
Can hardly wait for more!!!
L...life is incomplete without
Love and kindness
I love to do things for others
M...Marriage date
Dec. 5.1975
Aug.23.1977
N...Number of siblings
Five...3 brothers, 2 sisters and they're all pretty special
O...Oranges or Apples
probably oranges....I even like the peel
P .....phobias or fears
Caves or being underground ( I don't want to be buried)
Q...quote that I love
That's a tough one....love so many
"Why do you do what you do when you know what you know"
-anonymous
R....Reason to smile
lots of reasons...sure looks better than frowning
S.....Season
while we just had an aazing summer...I do enjoy Fall best!
T...Trials
they help you grow....no wonder I have such weight issues!
U...Unknown fact
I liked Laura's response to this one
'If I told you it wouldn't be unknown' ( or something like that)
V...vegetable or meat
While I'm not a vegan...I am quite happy with a plate of veggies
W...worst habit
that could be a whole new post....lots of room for improvement
maybe it's my swearing!!!
X...things that X-cite me
completing a goal, riding my bike, sewing in a zipper correctly, a good book, surprises, doing something that I never thought I would do...like parasailing in Hawaiii
Y...Your favorite food
what isn't there to love....love fresh fruits and lets just stop there
Z...zodiac
who came up with those crazy things. .......at least mine has a cool song about it
Aquarius
Ta...dah....I did it. I would have loved to have added more photos but hey I did add a few.
Hope you learn something new and you are inspired somehow!!!
Beyond the ABC's of life , I am remarkably blessed and I usually can't figure out what I did to deserve so many wonderful blessings.
I am grateful to have the Gospel in my life.It makes everything make sense!
Monday, October 25, 2010
Smiles
This blog has been on my mind alot lately. I have seriously thought of deleting it...but just can't decide. Tonight I'm sitting in a hotel room in Bridgewater ( I'm here for work, or I'd be with Mike and Keah). It's very quiet, so I'm going to write about smiles. I often sign my name with the word 'smiles' in front of it. I feel like it might make the person receiving my mail, smile....it also makes me smile when I do it. When I was a teacher I often signed my name as Mrs. :) .....that was supposed to be a real happy face.
Okay...back to my topic....here are things that make me smile.....first the picture at the top of my blog....I LOVE MY FAMILY
Drat.....I'm having trouble with the photo thing.....so here is what else makes me smile...in no special order....
* People being kind to each other.
* A good book.
* Playing with my grandkiddies.....and getting their hugs.
* Talking with my children...one on one
* Quilting
* Piano music
* A good swim in the pool
* Being listened to.
* A nice warm fireplace
* A good talk at church
* Pure Testimony
* A good hair day...I'm a little fixated on my hair lately!! Go figure
* Riding by bike
* Sharing stickers with my church children
* Good food
* Hearing from far away friends
* Memories of my Mom and Dad
* Learning how to sew a zipper
* Parasailing in Hawaii
* Serving in the Temple
* Friends
* Snail Mail
* Reading other blogs....especially my daughters
* Snorkling
* Respect
* Feeling love
* Compliments
* Laughter
* Beatle music in the car
* Girl's night
* Feeling good
* Sunshine and rainy days
* and I know there is lots more
I love taking pictures tooooooo...just wish that I could post them...I'll try again...
Didn't work!! Not smiling. I'm going to post this...then try one more thing.
That's all folks.....smiles....Jackie
*
Sunday, July 18, 2010
Time to chat
Well hello blogging world....if anyone even reads this blog. I'm having a bit of a down day so I thought that I'd follow Laura's example and write it out of my system. Really the day has been a beautiful sunshiny, blue sky Sabbath. Church was very uplifting thanks to some wonderful talks by the Relief Society Presidency and JoLynne....which includes my Karen..so proud of her!!. They spoke about RS being strong and immovable and they delivered a fine program. The rest of the meetings went well and then I returned to my empty house. Then it hit me that I didn't need to go where I've gone for the past four months and that should make me very happy
(which it does) but it also left me missing Mike, Keah and their precious little daughters. I knew this would happen (being sad) cause I love them so much....don't read the next part Laura...cause I don't know what I'll do when you're all married and away.!!!!
There...I've said it...but you know what... it's not helping. Perhaps the trick is to just keep writing. I'm a bit frustrated because I tried to start this with a photo and it wouldn't upload properly...figures!!!! I'm still not too sure about this blogging anyway. I do love to read them but I usually feel that I'm not very interesting, and I still can't get the handle on making changes to the page, and even doing photos now!!!
Great....Bill just came in soooo I'll wipe my tears and write on. How has my life been...I really don't know where to start...I will admit that my main focus for the past four months has been Michael, Keah and the girls. Why wouldn't it be? I also know that some people probably thought that it all consumed me, which maybe it did...but I did what I did because I'm a mother and a grandmother...not perfect at either...but none the less this they led me to be available 24-7 if needed, and I'd do it again tomorrow if I had to! It was an often difficult time...for sure a roller coaster ride as we were warned it would be...but I've always tried to go on any rides that my kids went on. It meant that I may have upset others when I wasn't at home or available...but I think my family and friends all still love me. I do worry a lot about upsetting people and I try so hard to make sure that everyone is okay...but that's easier said than done.
Through these past four months+ I have learned several very extremely valuable things. Miracles do occur, prayers are heard and answered, and I have many wonderful people in my life!!! Watching sweet Finley and darling Emmy grow from their very tiny beginnings to the precious babies that they now are has been something I find very hard to describe. I've witnessed first hand the powers of the priesthood, and the marvels of medicine working together. The people who work at the IWK Health Center are like no other...I could start a long thank you list here, but they don't even read my blog...they'd know who they are if they did read it!!
I also have to say something about Michael and Keah. I have seen them begin parenthood like no one should have to. Keah has been a fighting momma since the moment that those babies arrived!!! Even though I was privileged to go into surgery with her on March 12 ( praying that Mike would make it here safely and in time for the birth)...it was a birth that began the long line of miracles to follow. I saw those dear babies first, and it is a beautiful imagine that I will never forget. How grateful I was to feel, as I watched so many hands work with these tiny bodies,that angels were there too. From that moment on I saw Keah grow to be a woman ready to protect and defend her girls no matter who was in her way. She learned all that she could, and asked so many good questions of the doctors and nurses. She rarely was away from the girls, and everyone grew to love her ,as I do! That is not to say that she didn't have her moments of fear, and helplessness...and that was so hard to see her have to pass through. Keah, if you ever read this, I hope that you will know that I do respect you for being the mother that you've become so quickly. I know that I didn't always make it easy, but anything that I did was purely out of love. No more needs to be said. Michael, today is probably the first time that I really understand what you must have felt like having to return to Bwater every Sunday and go for days without your wife and girls. This is my first day and WOW...let's just say...I'm feeling it son!! Kudos to you for getting through those school months. I miss you folks!!!!! I also learned how much you loved me ( not that I didn't already know that you loved me) but you and I had a few tough conversations and I always felt your love and respect!! You make me so proud...I love how much you love and respect your wife. She is so blessed to have you. I also appreciate how you have called on the Lord through your Priesthood.
I'm probably getting too personal...but I am one very proud mother and grandmother. Our family has been so blessed with these two adorable little girls. I have been so privileged to have been so close by and to have shared this time with all of you.
Now to my daughters....I just want to say thanks for being understanding, patient and supportive through these challenging days. Thanks for listening to me, for visiting at the hospital, for distracting me, for just being the special girls that you each are. A mother couldn't be more proud of her children than I have.
So folks, I do feel a little better. I wish that I could post a couple of special pictures....whatever.
I have done other things since March. I was called to serve in the Stake RS Presidency and that has certainly been interesting. I've enjoyed working with Trish, Nila and Debbie. I love visiting with other sisters in wards and branches here in NS, and working on our Woman's day in June was amazing. I was in charge of the Service project which we did for the IWK and it far surpassed anything that I could imagine....with 100+ sisters we made over 230 blankets, finger puppets, and cards
( for R.McDonald House) in hour hour. The rest of the day was also so uplifting, and really amazing. Prayers were heard once again..and it was a great success.
I've also continued to work with three special seniors in my life..and that always sharpens my perspectives of where I'm at..and where I'm headed. I don't want to write about that!!!
Saturdays continue to be one of my favorite days of the week. I LOVE being a Temple worker.....I work at the best place on earth, with the best boss and coworkers. I always come home feeling so valued, and loved. The peace in the Temple kind of picks me up and puts me right back on track. I only wish that more people could feel like I do...not mentioning any names here!!!
So maybe I should stop now for a while. When I sit tooo long my chubby feet get chubbier...and my old legs start to ache. I've put weight back on and I hate it...but I'm not dealing too well with it. I'm also letting my hair grow and so far so good ( I think) I got a new bicycle and except for the nasty motorist who made me crash last week...I love it. I haven't said much about my adorable first five kidlings....and well I love them...read my may adventure stories....giggles...they are adorable, growing too quickly, entertaining, loving, funny, my best friends,absolutely precious and such a HUGE blessing in my life. Kathy you and Jeff are doing a great job!!! Love you all!! I've only alluded to Laura's future..I WILL HANDLE this too...I'm missing her lots right now....but thank goodness for email, telephones, skype, and airmiles!!!
I am a very blessed woman. I have the best family, and such a full life. I have the Gospel of Jesus Christ, with such precious knowledge...I want to shout from the housetops.
Good night for now....I'll keep trying the photo thing. Thanks to all of you friend and family bloggers....keep writing!!
(which it does) but it also left me missing Mike, Keah and their precious little daughters. I knew this would happen (being sad) cause I love them so much....don't read the next part Laura...cause I don't know what I'll do when you're all married and away.!!!!
There...I've said it...but you know what... it's not helping. Perhaps the trick is to just keep writing. I'm a bit frustrated because I tried to start this with a photo and it wouldn't upload properly...figures!!!! I'm still not too sure about this blogging anyway. I do love to read them but I usually feel that I'm not very interesting, and I still can't get the handle on making changes to the page, and even doing photos now!!!
Great....Bill just came in soooo I'll wipe my tears and write on. How has my life been...I really don't know where to start...I will admit that my main focus for the past four months has been Michael, Keah and the girls. Why wouldn't it be? I also know that some people probably thought that it all consumed me, which maybe it did...but I did what I did because I'm a mother and a grandmother...not perfect at either...but none the less this they led me to be available 24-7 if needed, and I'd do it again tomorrow if I had to! It was an often difficult time...for sure a roller coaster ride as we were warned it would be...but I've always tried to go on any rides that my kids went on. It meant that I may have upset others when I wasn't at home or available...but I think my family and friends all still love me. I do worry a lot about upsetting people and I try so hard to make sure that everyone is okay...but that's easier said than done.
Through these past four months+ I have learned several very extremely valuable things. Miracles do occur, prayers are heard and answered, and I have many wonderful people in my life!!! Watching sweet Finley and darling Emmy grow from their very tiny beginnings to the precious babies that they now are has been something I find very hard to describe. I've witnessed first hand the powers of the priesthood, and the marvels of medicine working together. The people who work at the IWK Health Center are like no other...I could start a long thank you list here, but they don't even read my blog...they'd know who they are if they did read it!!
I also have to say something about Michael and Keah. I have seen them begin parenthood like no one should have to. Keah has been a fighting momma since the moment that those babies arrived!!! Even though I was privileged to go into surgery with her on March 12 ( praying that Mike would make it here safely and in time for the birth)...it was a birth that began the long line of miracles to follow. I saw those dear babies first, and it is a beautiful imagine that I will never forget. How grateful I was to feel, as I watched so many hands work with these tiny bodies,that angels were there too. From that moment on I saw Keah grow to be a woman ready to protect and defend her girls no matter who was in her way. She learned all that she could, and asked so many good questions of the doctors and nurses. She rarely was away from the girls, and everyone grew to love her ,as I do! That is not to say that she didn't have her moments of fear, and helplessness...and that was so hard to see her have to pass through. Keah, if you ever read this, I hope that you will know that I do respect you for being the mother that you've become so quickly. I know that I didn't always make it easy, but anything that I did was purely out of love. No more needs to be said. Michael, today is probably the first time that I really understand what you must have felt like having to return to Bwater every Sunday and go for days without your wife and girls. This is my first day and WOW...let's just say...I'm feeling it son!! Kudos to you for getting through those school months. I miss you folks!!!!! I also learned how much you loved me ( not that I didn't already know that you loved me) but you and I had a few tough conversations and I always felt your love and respect!! You make me so proud...I love how much you love and respect your wife. She is so blessed to have you. I also appreciate how you have called on the Lord through your Priesthood.
I'm probably getting too personal...but I am one very proud mother and grandmother. Our family has been so blessed with these two adorable little girls. I have been so privileged to have been so close by and to have shared this time with all of you.
Now to my daughters....I just want to say thanks for being understanding, patient and supportive through these challenging days. Thanks for listening to me, for visiting at the hospital, for distracting me, for just being the special girls that you each are. A mother couldn't be more proud of her children than I have.
So folks, I do feel a little better. I wish that I could post a couple of special pictures....whatever.
I have done other things since March. I was called to serve in the Stake RS Presidency and that has certainly been interesting. I've enjoyed working with Trish, Nila and Debbie. I love visiting with other sisters in wards and branches here in NS, and working on our Woman's day in June was amazing. I was in charge of the Service project which we did for the IWK and it far surpassed anything that I could imagine....with 100+ sisters we made over 230 blankets, finger puppets, and cards
( for R.McDonald House) in hour hour. The rest of the day was also so uplifting, and really amazing. Prayers were heard once again..and it was a great success.
I've also continued to work with three special seniors in my life..and that always sharpens my perspectives of where I'm at..and where I'm headed. I don't want to write about that!!!
Saturdays continue to be one of my favorite days of the week. I LOVE being a Temple worker.....I work at the best place on earth, with the best boss and coworkers. I always come home feeling so valued, and loved. The peace in the Temple kind of picks me up and puts me right back on track. I only wish that more people could feel like I do...not mentioning any names here!!!
So maybe I should stop now for a while. When I sit tooo long my chubby feet get chubbier...and my old legs start to ache. I've put weight back on and I hate it...but I'm not dealing too well with it. I'm also letting my hair grow and so far so good ( I think) I got a new bicycle and except for the nasty motorist who made me crash last week...I love it. I haven't said much about my adorable first five kidlings....and well I love them...read my may adventure stories....giggles...they are adorable, growing too quickly, entertaining, loving, funny, my best friends,absolutely precious and such a HUGE blessing in my life. Kathy you and Jeff are doing a great job!!! Love you all!! I've only alluded to Laura's future..I WILL HANDLE this too...I'm missing her lots right now....but thank goodness for email, telephones, skype, and airmiles!!!
I am a very blessed woman. I have the best family, and such a full life. I have the Gospel of Jesus Christ, with such precious knowledge...I want to shout from the housetops.
Good night for now....I'll keep trying the photo thing. Thanks to all of you friend and family bloggers....keep writing!!
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