Happy Mother's Day

M-O-T-H-E-R

On this Mother's Day, I think of my beautiful Mom and all of the lessons she taught each of her daughters. I also remember how she loved flowers, especially lilacs.  She would often cut them and put them in a vase indoors. 

It also reminds me of a song that my Dad would sing on Mother's Day. Maybe you remember this old favorite?

 

M-O-T-H-E-R

"M" is for the million things she gave me,

"O" means only that she's growing old,

"T" is for the tears she shed to save me,

"H" is for her heart of purest gold;

"E" is for her eyes, with love-light shining,

"R" means right, and right she'll always be,

Put them all together, they spell "MOTHER,"

A word that means the world to me. 

- Howard Johnson

Good-bye to Margie

Our beautiful sister passed away on Sunday, February 12, 2012. We were so blessed to have her in our lives for all of these years.

Sisters are Forever Friends

Each morning when the day begins 

When other friendships fade or end 

Seasons come and seasons go 

Summer rains turn into snow 

But no matter where you live or how far you go 

Sisters are forever 

 -Ashley Rice

Priorities

An expert in time management was speaking to a group of business students and, to drive home a point, used an illustration those students will never forget. 

As he stood in front of the group of high-powered overachievers he said, "Okay, time for a quiz" and he pulled out a one-gallon, mason jar and set it on the table in front of him. He also produced about a dozen fist-sized rocks and carefully placed them, one at a time, into the jar. 

When the jar was filled to the top and no more rocks would fit inside, he asked, "Is this jar full?" Everyone in the class yelled, "Yes." The time management expert replied, "Really?" 

He reached under the table and pulled out a bucket of gravel. He dumped some gravel in and shook the jar causing pieces of gravel to work themselves down into the spaces between the big rocks. He then asked the group once more, "Is the jar full?" 

By this time the class was on to him. "Probably not," one of them answered. "Good!" he replied. He reached under the table and brought out a bucket of sand. He started dumping the sand in the jar and it went into all of the spaces left between the rocks and the gravel. 

Once more he asked the question, "Is this jar full?" "No!" the class shouted. Once again he said, "Good." 

Then he grabbed a pitcher of water and began to pour it in until the jar was filled to the brim. Then he looked at the class and asked, "What is the point of this illustration?" 

 One eager beaver raised his hand and said, "The point is, no matter how full your schedule is, if you try really hard you can always fit some more things in it!" 

 "No," the speaker replied, that's not the point. The truth this illustration teaches us is: If you don't put the big rocks in first, you'll never get them in at all. What are the 'big rocks' in your life -- time with your loved ones, your faith, your education, your dreams, a worthy cause, teaching or mentoring others? 

Remember to put these BIG ROCKS in first or you'll never get them in at all." So, tonight, or in the morning, when you are reflecting on this short story, ask yourself this question: What are the 'big rocks' in my life? Then, put those in your jar first. 

~Stephen Covey~

What Year Was It?

Look at this beautiful couple! Do you remember the year?Ahhhhh, youth!!!

Look At This View!

This was the view from Margie's window! Psalm 42:1: As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God.

Happy Birthday Sister

When God wanted me to have a sister He thought about you first I hold every memory we created For it's unrivaled worth

No one can know us as we do And all we treasure of our past We have our special secrets And understand each other's heart

I may not tell you as I should How much you mean to me So, today I send you lots of love For today to be a treat

Have a special birthday then dear sis You deserve the very best And so I ask in prayer For every moment to be blessed

Sisters

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sunshine in the meadows
Glistening golden rays
Running through the fields
Laughing as we play
Sharing hopes and dreams
As only Sisters can
Please come and walk with me
Come and take my hand.

We're more than just Sisters
For a friendship has been built
Bit by bit sewn together
Just like Grandma's quilt
We've had our disagreements
But this one thing I know
Whenever I need a friend
To you I'll always go

You always kept my secrets
Tucked safely in your heart
And now that we've grown older
And so many miles apart
I have such precious memories
For days when I feel blue
I think back of the things
That the two of us would do.

Suddenly I'm smiling
I pick up the phone
Hoping with all my heart
That my Sister will be home.
We may share words for hour
Or.... maybe just a few
But I know I'm always happy
After sharing thoughts with you.
© 2004 Marie Williams

For Margie - He is There

My beautiful sister Margie is scheduled for her next chemotherapy treatment tomorrow. We love her very much and will be praying for her that God will give her strength and endurance. (Margie, Remember this picture? This is you and Tammy!)

Isaiah 43:2 When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you shall not be burned, nor shall the flame scorch you.

1 Corinthians 10:13 No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man; but God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will also make the way of escape, that you may be able to bear it.

Happy Birthday Tamara

For My Daughter

It seems like only yesterday You'd say I love you mommy And wrap your arms around my neck And seal it with a kiss Those days are gone forever Stored in my memories I can only say Those days I truly miss My little girl has grown up Into a wonderful young woman You truly are a blessing Of who I am so proud Honesty, kindness and gentleness

To name just a few With all these things You have been endowed

(Author Unknown)

My Daughter

A daughter is a gift of love; given from God above. A daughter is a joy forever. A daughter may outgrow your lap, but she will never outgrow your heart. All the dreams I prayed you'd be, are all the things you are. You are loved for the little girl you were;and the precious Daughter you will always be. It's truly a gift to have a daughter like you, who grows more precious with the years! A daughter is: the happy memories of the past,the joyful moments of the present,the hope and promise of the future. A daughter is a day brightener and a heart warmer! Daughter, you're the kind of person I would choose to be my friend. (Author Unknown)

(Tam, you are my dearest friend! I love you very much, baby!)

Sisters

Sisters are blossoms in the garden of life. ~Author Unknown

Sisters

You keep your past by having sisters. As you get older, they're the only ones who don't get bored if you talk about your memories. ~Deborah Moggach

Say Hello to Madison

This is the newest addition to Donna's family. Look at those blue eyes! Isn't she a sweetie!

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