More Birthday

We celebrated Karl's birthday last night - can't believe he's 34 - seems like I was just 34!  Karl is a wonderful son-in-law that loves his wife & kids and is happy to include all his in-laws as family - what more could a mother want.  He's one of those people I think of when you hear about 'Random Acts of Kindness' - he's quick to see what someone needs and always jumps in and lends a helping hand.   Happy Birthday Karl - I love you!  (See Jen's blog for better pictures.)

It's been another busy week - Jen & Karl are working on getting their new house ready to move into - my three kids all have 'teething babies' right now - and we celebrated Jessie's graduation from graduate school - yeah Jessie.  Ok - so I guess everyone else has been busy - not sure what I've been doing but I feel like I've been busy.  Hope everyone has a safe and relaxing Memorial Day weekend.

Birthday Time

Look whose birthday it is!!  A great dinner,  very yummy ice cream cake and good time with family.  Hope Gracie sleeps in for you and your day is full of love & sunshine  - just like you.  You are my very favorite middle child - and I love you always!

Mother's Day & Other Random Thoughts

Ducks: 

The last few days we've seen these four ducks wandering around our neighborhood.  I know it's not as exciting as a deer or maybe an elephant - but it was fun watching them waddle from yard to yard.  Jen said she saw some ducks over by her new house also - wonder if they were the same ones??  I tried to get a picture of them but every time I'd take a step closer they'd be on the move again.

Computers:

My computer quit on me a few weeks ago and so I was without internet - but I learned life still goes on - of course it helps if you have children who let you log in on theirs now and then.

Mother's Day:

Mama has been gone for 18 years now - doesn't seem possible.  Although I find Mother's Day to be a Hallmark money making event - it is a good time to recognize mothers.  My mom was a wonderful mom and I wish I had spent more time listening to her and sharing my children with her.  Happy Mother's Day Mama.

And even though my favorite sister never tried to "mother" me - she has been an excellent example for me in raising 2 girls & a boy - and she always has the answers I need if I ask - Happy Mother's Day Nancy

And of course - the mothers of my grandchildren:

You girls are doing an outstanding job of loving & caring for my grandchildren - I'm proud of all of you.  I know there will always be tough days (even when they are adults with their own families) and as the quote says in my sidebar -"You're only as happy as your unhappiest kid." - but it's all worth it and the happy days make it all worthwhile.

love you - Happy Mother's Day Jenny, Becky & Jessie!!!