Category Archives: Family

The 13th

Flipping through Facebook statuses this morning….I have seen a LOT of mention of Friday the 13th. I recall when I was younger, being in the car with my big sister and our Grandma S.  We were driving through her Oklahoma City neighborhood….suddenly she … Continue reading

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Happy Birthday, My Chi

They say a picture can speak a thousand words.  When it comes to our son, Chi….this is certainly true.  The following photos share just a hint of his twenty-six years.  * Smile.  Never a dull moment.  Never a regret.  I love my boys.   Where do they get … Continue reading

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I Had a Friend

I lost a dear friend last week, unexpectedly.  I was in third grade when she and her young family moved to our little town to pastor our congregation of small numbers. They were college students. I grew up with her. She … Continue reading

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Inspired by Old Glory

It’s been a busy sort of week. Each time I’d sit down to “blog” to my friends ~ nothing. Perhaps it was because I continued to picture the unrelenting “to do” list in my mind? Then last night….I went to a concert … Continue reading

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Sacred Ground

Hubby and I were in Moore, Oklahoma last week, spending time with family. The town looked much different than it did when we were there in May, just after the tornadoes. (see post Here) Much progress has been made, yet they are just getting started.  New … Continue reading

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Friday Flowers

Have a wonderful weekend! And be nice to people…..you never know what they may be going through in their life. ♥ p.s.  Flower photo is from my parents’ home.  🙂

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Secrets on the Front Porch

On our front porch, just above the rose-bush, we have a secret. Well, several secrets, actually.  Shhhhhhhh. Even though I’m not sure if “It’s a boy, It’s a boy, It’s a boy, It’s a boy” or “It’s a girl, It’s … Continue reading

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Happy Anniversary ~ 1954

Wishing my mom and dad a Happy Anniversary today!  On this day in 1954, they were married. Their secret?  I don’t really know….but I do know she still surprises him with his favorite foods….and he still buys her fresh flowers every week. A … Continue reading

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Crepe Myrtle Mornings

I love to look out on the backyard first thing in the morning. I turned the pups loose a bit ago and as they scampered about…I notice it had rained crepe myrtle blossoms. Crepes myrtles are my favorite flowering tree/bush … Continue reading

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Bike Lessons

Happy August! How’d that July work out for you? (Read July 1st post here)  I hope you were able to put a check by something on your get around-tuit list.  I have now tried yoga for one month and ……. while I am still … Continue reading

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