I sit outside on the porch as a warm breeze blows through and twenty-two years disappear the sun shines bright, illuminating a golden afternoon, and there you are, carefully taking one step after another holding the hand of the one you adored and who cherished you right back she leads you to your birthday gift… Continue reading the swing
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Happy Golden Years
Fifty years ago today, December 17, 1967, the romance that started outside a laundromat in Valdosta, Georgia began a new adventure as my Mama and Daddy said, "I do." And they did. Sickness. Health. Laughter. Pain. Joy. Grief. Children. Grandchildren. Other children whom they called their own. Friends. Family. Biscuits. Gravy. Pound Cake. Fried Cornbread.… Continue reading Happy Golden Years
Maemae’s Holiday Book–2015 Edition
December 17, 1967. Forty-eight years ago. My parents stood before a small group of family and friends in front of the Pastor, and with my Mama's best friend and my Daddy's Daddy standing beside them, they said "I do." And they did. They laughed, they learned, they worked hard, they listened, they tried, they failed,… Continue reading Maemae’s Holiday Book–2015 Edition
I Love That Wonky Pumpkin
Today our Princess decided it was pumpkin carving day. She has been so excited about the prospect since she picked hers out at the Pumpkin Patch last Saturday. Then on Thursday we found a pumpkin carving kit at the GW Boutique. That thing has been burning a hole in her proverbial pocket ever since. Today… Continue reading I Love That Wonky Pumpkin
Tumbling, Tap, and Tears
It has been a busy week. The littles had their last dance and gymnastics classes on Tuesday evening. I will miss the little community we have built the past ten months among ourselves--us dance parents. I will miss catching up on the week and visiting and just being with these good people whom I've grown… Continue reading Tumbling, Tap, and Tears
I Might Need A Nap 