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| Enjoying Poppy's not so chilly chili!! |
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| playground traditions |
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| Easter pose |
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Good Friday breakfast
               I love to add captions to my photos....but I'm growing weary and I want to post.....it's been a great day and I AM tired!! |
Friday, April 6, 2012
How can I not count my blessings
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Press On
This has been a beautiful peaceful day. I started the day, very early ( 5:20) and was at the pool before it opened at 6am. I had a great swim, and short visit with my friend ML. I especially love swimming with my snorkel on, and just feel so removed from everything in the silence of the deep pool!
After a quick stop at Aunt Mays, and a dress change I headed off to pick up two friends ( Lynn and Joan) to go to the Temple. How I wish that I could express the deep spiritual strength that comes from attending the Temple. I would use words like peaceful, calm, loving, renewing, happy and knowledge. While I was surrounded by many other Temple goers, I was able to have my very own personal visit with my Father in Heaven....through prayer and meditation. I am so thankful to have a Temple here in Nova Scotia, and the opportunity to attend.
Back home, and abit more 'spring cleaning'. It was indeed a spring day as the day was blue sky sunny, and temp. hit between 23-28 C. My visiting teachers came by and we had a delightful visit. They are both such special friends, and they continued the loving feeling of the Temple. Thanks Monica and Jennifer.
Bill and I cooked a yummy dinner together, and then watched some TV together. It's been a good day.
Now as a post script I must write about how wonderful RS celebration last night. We celebrate the birthday of our Womens group every March and last night was delightful. We had a lovely dinner, and a sweet program/power point about the angels in our lives. Background music to the PP was 'Angels Among Us' by Alabama....a song that I love. It was an evening of fellowship, and remininces about those who have served us, and the effect that this has had on our lives.
What came to my heart when asked to share was the angels who attended my family at the deaths of my parents. I will never forget those who held me up, and fed my body and soul. I also feel that one sister in my life, Gail is an angel. She writes notes to me and many others just because. Little does she realize how her thoughtfulness has such a profound effect on those who receive them. Many times they have been just what my stressed soul needed. Gail has here on challenges in life but she is such a giving person, and I think the world of her. My third angel is a very humble friend who has been my VT companion for the past fourteen years. Dear Joan, has been such an example to me. She is so kind and caring.
Throughout my life I have been attended by many angels. From notes, calls, emails, visits,smiles, tears,hugs and the prayers of others I am constantly reminded that I am the daughter of a Heavenly Father who loves me, knows me, and has a plan for me. How deeply grateful I am for this knowledge and the great plan of Salvation. ( Oh and Monica poured!!)
Thank you for a great day.
After a quick stop at Aunt Mays, and a dress change I headed off to pick up two friends ( Lynn and Joan) to go to the Temple. How I wish that I could express the deep spiritual strength that comes from attending the Temple. I would use words like peaceful, calm, loving, renewing, happy and knowledge. While I was surrounded by many other Temple goers, I was able to have my very own personal visit with my Father in Heaven....through prayer and meditation. I am so thankful to have a Temple here in Nova Scotia, and the opportunity to attend.
Back home, and abit more 'spring cleaning'. It was indeed a spring day as the day was blue sky sunny, and temp. hit between 23-28 C. My visiting teachers came by and we had a delightful visit. They are both such special friends, and they continued the loving feeling of the Temple. Thanks Monica and Jennifer.
Bill and I cooked a yummy dinner together, and then watched some TV together. It's been a good day.
Now as a post script I must write about how wonderful RS celebration last night. We celebrate the birthday of our Womens group every March and last night was delightful. We had a lovely dinner, and a sweet program/power point about the angels in our lives. Background music to the PP was 'Angels Among Us' by Alabama....a song that I love. It was an evening of fellowship, and remininces about those who have served us, and the effect that this has had on our lives.
What came to my heart when asked to share was the angels who attended my family at the deaths of my parents. I will never forget those who held me up, and fed my body and soul. I also feel that one sister in my life, Gail is an angel. She writes notes to me and many others just because. Little does she realize how her thoughtfulness has such a profound effect on those who receive them. Many times they have been just what my stressed soul needed. Gail has here on challenges in life but she is such a giving person, and I think the world of her. My third angel is a very humble friend who has been my VT companion for the past fourteen years. Dear Joan, has been such an example to me. She is so kind and caring.
Throughout my life I have been attended by many angels. From notes, calls, emails, visits,smiles, tears,hugs and the prayers of others I am constantly reminded that I am the daughter of a Heavenly Father who loves me, knows me, and has a plan for me. How deeply grateful I am for this knowledge and the great plan of Salvation. ( Oh and Monica poured!!)
Thank you for a great day.
Monday, March 19, 2012
Always catching up.....and then some
March...definitely in like a lion!!! Just catching up with this post....backing up into February...I had yet another birthday, surrounded with family ( all one could ask for) I also celebrated with a nice brunch a few days later with Julie and Penny. We went to Chez Tesse and had a lovely time.Then a new cold virus blew in...and every one around seemed to be coughing or sniffling....including me. We had our usual card night, and had some visiti time with Mike,Keah and the girls.
So, March blew in with an ambulance ride for Emmy and a pneumonia diagnosis.This changed to RSV, and Emmy spent the next six days in isolation. Finley followed a few days later and was admitted to the room next door. It was a long week for them and the family but happily they are better now. It was so cute when they finally got to see each other, Finley said...I missed you and they hugged!!! Before heading home we had a birthday celebration for our TWO year olds!!!!!
I've had a few sleepovers...all five in March on Kathy and Jeffs anniversary ( a night of peace and quiet for Kathy), and then last weekend the boys had a night over. They are such sweethearts.
We also celebrated Coopers third birthday....with a fun Thomas Train night.....such a darling is our handsome Cooper
I'll close now with my photos.....
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So, March blew in with an ambulance ride for Emmy and a pneumonia diagnosis.This changed to RSV, and Emmy spent the next six days in isolation. Finley followed a few days later and was admitted to the room next door. It was a long week for them and the family but happily they are better now. It was so cute when they finally got to see each other, Finley said...I missed you and they hugged!!! Before heading home we had a birthday celebration for our TWO year olds!!!!!
I've had a few sleepovers...all five in March on Kathy and Jeffs anniversary ( a night of peace and quiet for Kathy), and then last weekend the boys had a night over. They are such sweethearts.
We also celebrated Coopers third birthday....with a fun Thomas Train night.....such a darling is our handsome Cooper
I'll close now with my photos.....
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| Cuddles with my sad little Emmy |
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| Feeling much better!!! |
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| Finley joins her sister |
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| Starting to feel bettter |
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| Love this photo...feeling better!!! |
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| Sharing the Birthday cake |
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| Our Happy growing Olivia |
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| Little helper Georgia |
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| Playing commercials |
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| ready for bed |
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| Hanging at the playgrounds |
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| I did it Look how they love to clean!!!!! |
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| windows |
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| floors |
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| chairs |
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| polishing |
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the fab five
and there is lots more to come......catching up!!!! |
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Born of GOODLY Parents....
BLOGGERS please note...this post is just for me to express and remember...it is not directed at anyone at all.....just me...meant to inspire.....hope that it does!!
It's a snowy February morning. I'm still in my pjs and may not get out of them. I've just had my cheerios and two cookies. I feel very drawn to write today, but a small voice says this might not be the best time. Oh that small voice....please guide my thoughts...I have to write
Have you ever been depressed but happy at the same time. It's a conflict of the brain within itself. I think that's where I'm at alot these days. I struggle to be positive, yet I know better and I then I feel quilty for being down.
I have so many blessings in my life and I acknowledge them. I was born in the right time and place for me. I was born of goodly parents and I have wonderful siblings. I have had the opportunity to also become a parent but lately I question how goodly I was. Dont even start to comment. Sure I know that I have done some good things....but lately....I wonder....
Did I yell too much...I really dislike parents who raise their voice in far too many situations....that could have been easily dealt with otherwise. Yelling does nothing but hurt. ( and save lives in emergencies) If I could parent again..I would NEVER yell. ( unless emergency) I would develop strategies to harness that reaction because it hurts.
Did I model compassion.....do we think about how others feel when we make useless comments that accomplish nothing, but hurt the sensitive soul. Sometimes we need to be quiet ....more listeners needed. I will also state here that we need to feel comfortable expressing how we feel.
Did I give opportunities to serve..without complaining....it can be such a blessing. We even need to serve within our families....our children....our spouses....our parents.....children need to learn this and discover the great joy that comes when we serve
Did I teach the proper things to value...things vs people.....whats really important these days ??
Did I live the gospel .....family style....prayer, scriptures, FHE......it is so important and it does make a difference. It's probably one of the hardest things to do and WE know why!!!
What memories of family are important to my family......
See what I mean.....happy and sad......I know it does no good to dwell on the past, but maybe by writing it I might inspire one of my few readers to think about something!!
There that's the emotion of Momma today. I've been sick lately ( chesty cold), and very tired. I have been knitting , little slippers like Nanny Logan does....did....and that's been fun. I have been reading some good books ( two from my BB Gail....Macomber...A Season of Angels and A Turn in the Road) and from Karen....Crossed ( sequel to Matched), I'm making cards ( no comment on my progress) and spending lots of time with my grandchildren......ohhhhhhhhh how I love each of them. I have to state too that I especially love one on ones with them.....some special moments treasured. WE ALL love one on ones...at least I do.
So other randoms....I love watching the Amazing Race and Castle. I''m still a dyhart Greys....last weeks was so good. Somehow I have been pulled into Bachelor...and it just blows my mind what these girls will do for a guy who really doesn't impress me at all....and yet I turn it on....go home Courtney!!! ( see what that show does to you....sorry Courtney) Maybe I've rambled enough....oh...and I really dislike plastic containers....and storing them.....my organizing nightmare. I wish that I could hang pictures better ( and where I want to) and I need new living room furniture and fresh paint.
Some photos......to end on a much better note......love photos....
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It's a snowy February morning. I'm still in my pjs and may not get out of them. I've just had my cheerios and two cookies. I feel very drawn to write today, but a small voice says this might not be the best time. Oh that small voice....please guide my thoughts...I have to write
Have you ever been depressed but happy at the same time. It's a conflict of the brain within itself. I think that's where I'm at alot these days. I struggle to be positive, yet I know better and I then I feel quilty for being down.
I have so many blessings in my life and I acknowledge them. I was born in the right time and place for me. I was born of goodly parents and I have wonderful siblings. I have had the opportunity to also become a parent but lately I question how goodly I was. Dont even start to comment. Sure I know that I have done some good things....but lately....I wonder....
Did I yell too much...I really dislike parents who raise their voice in far too many situations....that could have been easily dealt with otherwise. Yelling does nothing but hurt. ( and save lives in emergencies) If I could parent again..I would NEVER yell. ( unless emergency) I would develop strategies to harness that reaction because it hurts.
Did I model compassion.....do we think about how others feel when we make useless comments that accomplish nothing, but hurt the sensitive soul. Sometimes we need to be quiet ....more listeners needed. I will also state here that we need to feel comfortable expressing how we feel.
Did I give opportunities to serve..without complaining....it can be such a blessing. We even need to serve within our families....our children....our spouses....our parents.....children need to learn this and discover the great joy that comes when we serve
Did I teach the proper things to value...things vs people.....whats really important these days ??
Did I live the gospel .....family style....prayer, scriptures, FHE......it is so important and it does make a difference. It's probably one of the hardest things to do and WE know why!!!
What memories of family are important to my family......
See what I mean.....happy and sad......I know it does no good to dwell on the past, but maybe by writing it I might inspire one of my few readers to think about something!!
There that's the emotion of Momma today. I've been sick lately ( chesty cold), and very tired. I have been knitting , little slippers like Nanny Logan does....did....and that's been fun. I have been reading some good books ( two from my BB Gail....Macomber...A Season of Angels and A Turn in the Road) and from Karen....Crossed ( sequel to Matched), I'm making cards ( no comment on my progress) and spending lots of time with my grandchildren......ohhhhhhhhh how I love each of them. I have to state too that I especially love one on ones with them.....some special moments treasured. WE ALL love one on ones...at least I do.
So other randoms....I love watching the Amazing Race and Castle. I''m still a dyhart Greys....last weeks was so good. Somehow I have been pulled into Bachelor...and it just blows my mind what these girls will do for a guy who really doesn't impress me at all....and yet I turn it on....go home Courtney!!! ( see what that show does to you....sorry Courtney) Maybe I've rambled enough....oh...and I really dislike plastic containers....and storing them.....my organizing nightmare. I wish that I could hang pictures better ( and where I want to) and I need new living room furniture and fresh paint.
Some photos......to end on a much better note......love photos....
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| I want this sign |
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| Let's have a Nanny sleepover |
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| ahhhhhhh sleepovers |
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| LOVE LOVE LOVE |
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| LOTS MORE LOVE!!!!! |
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| Greatest gifts |
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| Even with her eyes closed she's cute!!!! |
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| BAZINGA INDEED |
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| Growing so much!!!! And last but not least some of my happiest photos....love your life     Smiles make me smile |
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Still Counting
Life is interesting. It can be full of so many emotions, high and low, happy and sad, understanding and confusing.....and so much more. I will never use the word boring to describe my life. In my life I have been so many things.....a daughter, a sister, a friend, a wife, a mother, a grandmother, an aunt,a niece,
a cousin, a teacher, and so much more.
Here is my last week......lots of housework, organizing and purging, some baking,carding making, and sewing, sleepover with Georgia and Cooper, trip to Bridgewater to collect Emmy and Finley ( and Keah), doctors appointments, visiting Aunt May,oh...and celebrating my 61st birthday....cuddling with sweet Olivia, attending a farewell and celebration of the life of my friend Beth, hospital visits, sleepover with Cooper and Jacob, many calls and Birthday greetings, finishing a book, The Power of Six and starting The Wedding Quilt, attending church, watching the Grammy's ( I had no intention to do this)...and feeling the Good Vibrations of the recycled Beach Boys ( they are so old and still rocking!!!!) followed by Sir Paul McCartney....I was a teen again...those were good days in my life. What a week...and this was just the parts that I could remember!!
I still worry lots ( just can't help it)....watching my newest little mother ( and she's awesome), fretting with my experienced mom of five (missing her husband), hearing the stresses of teaching and fatherhood in my sweet boy ( he is so fun to watch with her darling daughters),and trying to keep connected to my roaming cowgirl,,,and her never dull life....( she's an amazing blogger and talented photographer...especially on this last trip to Washington).....and friends who are ill, a sometimes confusing husband, a 99 year old independent aunt, my inner thoughts, people who seem lost, grandchildren growing up in this confusing world, and so much more. I wish that I could express myself better, and that I could be a whole lot more patient.
Seems like a real rambling post.....but I did call it Still Counting...and when I have my highs and lows I do count.....my many blessings....my many successes.....my many grandchildren.....my 1-2-3-4 precious children, and my forever sweetheart....my talents ( always developing)....my beautiful friends.....my choice experiences...and the great knowledge that I treasure from the gospel of Jesus Christ.
I close this post with some photos.....
PS......needed one more photo....this sweet boy does not get caught on camera enough!!
a cousin, a teacher, and so much more.
Here is my last week......lots of housework, organizing and purging, some baking,carding making, and sewing, sleepover with Georgia and Cooper, trip to Bridgewater to collect Emmy and Finley ( and Keah), doctors appointments, visiting Aunt May,oh...and celebrating my 61st birthday....cuddling with sweet Olivia, attending a farewell and celebration of the life of my friend Beth, hospital visits, sleepover with Cooper and Jacob, many calls and Birthday greetings, finishing a book, The Power of Six and starting The Wedding Quilt, attending church, watching the Grammy's ( I had no intention to do this)...and feeling the Good Vibrations of the recycled Beach Boys ( they are so old and still rocking!!!!) followed by Sir Paul McCartney....I was a teen again...those were good days in my life. What a week...and this was just the parts that I could remember!!
I still worry lots ( just can't help it)....watching my newest little mother ( and she's awesome), fretting with my experienced mom of five (missing her husband), hearing the stresses of teaching and fatherhood in my sweet boy ( he is so fun to watch with her darling daughters),and trying to keep connected to my roaming cowgirl,,,and her never dull life....( she's an amazing blogger and talented photographer...especially on this last trip to Washington).....and friends who are ill, a sometimes confusing husband, a 99 year old independent aunt, my inner thoughts, people who seem lost, grandchildren growing up in this confusing world, and so much more. I wish that I could express myself better, and that I could be a whole lot more patient.
Seems like a real rambling post.....but I did call it Still Counting...and when I have my highs and lows I do count.....my many blessings....my many successes.....my many grandchildren.....my 1-2-3-4 precious children, and my forever sweetheart....my talents ( always developing)....my beautiful friends.....my choice experiences...and the great knowledge that I treasure from the gospel of Jesus Christ.
I close this post with some photos.....
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| cousins |
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| My buddy |
Movie time with Miss G
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| proud |
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| Boxed Love |
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| My monkey |
Just plain cute
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| Happy Days |
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| Our Hungry Little Caterpillar |
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| THE Photo shoot |
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| Growing too quickly All for now... Love my life...grateful for so much!! |
PS......needed one more photo....this sweet boy does not get caught on camera enough!!
sweet dreams
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