Sammy Sighs

Gees, Mom hasn't let me blog in like forever. Last night I made an agreement with her, I'd go for a walk with her and Sissy if she'd let me write in the blog. So, we went for a walk. It's been too long since we walked, Sissy went nutso. But, it was pretty fun.

I miss Brooklyn. He was here to play with me all summer, even invited me into his pool if Grandma didn't overhear. Now, I just look in at his "room" and wonder where he is. It was fun having the extra attention this summer.

Sissy is pretty sad, too, she goes and runs to the door when Mom leaves and begs to go to work with her. Then she jumps in the window and looks outside appearing pretty pitiful.

So, then, I just go hide in the closet.

Frazzled

I miss blogging. I miss the reaching out to you all. I miss reading your blogs and thoughts. I have been totally crazed and frazzled lately, but believe me, I have ideas swimming to blog with...I only need to sit and write. I miss it! I must be addicted.

I hope to have some interesting things posted soon.

Sammy hasn't even had time to write or post his photos. What's up with that?

I sometimes wonder where my time goes? Am I unorganized? Why does my time go by so quickly and I don't seem to get done what I want to?

The Gifts

This picture is what is lying on my desk. It was a most unexpected gift from someone I work with. She has been so nice to me, and I don't even work directly for her. I was just shocked. What a nice surprise for my 51st birthday! I am so overwhelmed!

My day started out wonderfully, with phone calls, cards in the mail, visits and emails. My life is filled with many gifts, and I dont' mean like these flowers.

I have so many nice people I work with, they do little things to let you know you are cared about. I can't tell you how much I love them all...they are the best!

I have the greatest friends, who are always there for me through laughter and tears! They are all so wonderful!

I have loving and wonderful parents who continue to nurture me, even at my age! I am so lucky to have them-- I know I have the best! They love me.

I have aunts and uncles and cousins who continue to let me be their "Joanie", and love me.

I have three great sisters, all so unique and different, that I admire so much..I love them and they love me. I have nieces and nephews who are also loved and love me, they are all so special!

I have my husbands siblings that treat me like I am just another sibling, not an in-law. They love me and me them.

I have a mother-in-law who treats me like a true daughter. She loves me. I love her.

I have a husband who has been there for over 30 years, he must love me!?? :-)

I have four children who amaze me. My son, who cares deeply, who has many talents, is crazy fun and makes me smile; my three daughters- the oldest who is sensitive, loving, kind and beautiful; the next, who is deeply thoughtful, independent, loving and beautiful, and the 19 year old, who tries to be so "hard" to the world, yet shows me her inner self, surprises me with "I love you Mom" notes when I least expect it and is also beautiful. My children, my life. They love me. I love them.

And of course, my grandchildren. I can't even begin to tell you how full my heart is..they are God's greatest gifts.

Last, my dogs...loving me unconditionally every single moment.

My life is a gift. So, Happy Birthday to Me!

Thanks for reading!

Tired Days

I keep thinking, I need to blog. I need that. I think it helps me. But, I have been working long hours and just really busy, so I promise, I will blog soon. Hopefully about something interesting.

The Good Old Days

You know, I remember this lip gloss. Anyone else remember it? (My next in line sister should, at least...)
Maybe you can still buy it? I have no clue...but I used it in the late 70's, 80's...did you?

Here's a new kind...looks kinda fun.

Those are my deep thoughts for today...

It's One of Those Days...

do you have them too?

Sad Sissy

This little sad face continues to make be feel bad when I leave the house.

Memories

These are my grandparents...Paul and Helen. There is just something about these photos...he looks so dark and mysterious, or maybe even kinda like a mobster?And, isn't she beautiful ... kinda like Greta Garbo or something?

Last Days

Brooklyn went home on Saturday. He will start third grade on Monday! Here are some photos showing a few things we did during his last few days.

Best Buds

Brooklyn had Bailey over. They have so much fun together. They have been back and forth, riding bikes, swimming, playing DS, and playing like boys do. They really have just gotten along wonderfully!

Brooklyn is sad that he'll be going home and won't be playing with Bailey any more, but they can get together when he visits again!

Paddle Boating

Paddle Boat Trip 2008

Brooklyn, Tina and I went paddle boating last week. It was fun, kinda hot. The water wasn't as clear as past years..probably due to a hail storm they had up there the night before. We had fun, though, and Brooklyn can almost reach..still has to stretch.

Tina and Brooklyn

We enjoyed ourselves, and next year, he can paddle us all around!