A Lovely Visit

Well, today we made a trip to the southern region to see our newest addition to the family. We left home around 7:20 am and was meeting the kids for church (their church). We arrived early so we headed to the cemetery first since we had lots of time. The sun was shining and it was a bit chilly but we pulled in the driveway and got out and honestly didn't mind the cold at all or the wind. Walked over to stone and saw the flowers Holly had put there and how the red ones have faded and saw the angel stone and picked it up and we both held it and then John laid it back down. We walked away and before I got in the truck I turned and said "Carleigh, grandma and grandpa have not forgotten you, we think of you all the time and miss you. We love you baby girl." And turned to get in the truck and watched the stone for some reason as we pulled away to leave. Rounded the corner and there were the horses feeding in the grass.
We pulled out of the cemetery and headed toward the road to head back to the church. Then it hit me as I looked back to see her stone till I couldn't see it anymore and the tears started falling (as they are now). The Christian radio station started to play "Untitled Song" by Chris Rice. Boy, that didn't help any especially when they got to the part that says "Fly to Jesus". I could not hold it in any longer. I know John knew I was crying even though I tried to cover it up by coughing. He is just that way letting me have my moments that I need. Composed myself, fixed myself and moved on.
Arrived at the church and waited for the kids and when i saw them walk through the door my heart leaped for joy. My granddaughters had arrived (well kids too of course). Kyndra was happy to see her grandma and I her. I hugged her and kissed her and held her hand. What a cutie she is. Lainey looked so cute in her dress and sweater that was made for Carleigh. I know Carleigh approves and wants us to go on and be happy as she is for us I am sure.
We had a lovely visit while eating lunch at Damons and then at their house in Lees Creek. It is so nice to go and see the kids and GRANDKIDS. I enjoy my Lovely Visits wherever we are.

Mother's Day 2010

Well, I can't believe it is Mother's Day already and nearing an end at that. Church went well and seeing all the little ones parading around the sanctuary was neat. They are so cute and there are so many of them too. I had a thought of Carleigh not being with us, and it made me sad for a quick moment. but, then a whisper of "Be thankful for what I do have and that what I have is here and healthy" And the little voice is right. Can't change what is but can move forward and enjoy the moments we do have. After all, what is better for Carleigh than being in the best place there ever is, HEAVEN!!!!!!!!!!! It's just the steps I was told about, moving forward and then back. I think it will be that way till this life is over. And that is OK each day gets better.
God will be blessing our family with Holly and Anthony's new little girl, Lainey Iris this year and we are so grateful and blessed beyond words. It makes this Mother's Day more special and helps me to realize what being a Mother is all about.
It is the joy and everything that goers with it. Life is not easy and we all have our own trials and tribulations but God is SO good to us all and we just have to keep on loving and giving as HE would.

Anniversary

Wow, Yesterday John and I celebrated our 31 wedding anniversary!!!!!!! We went to the Steer Barn in Upper Sandusky to celebrate thanks to Brian and Dana. Thanks for the gift certificate. As we were heading there I looked at him and said "Well, this time 31 years ago we were getting married". doesn't seem like it has been that long ago but if you ask him he would tell you longer I am sure. Men................ But, the years have been good to us and we are so blessed. God has provided our every need, given us 2 beautiful daughters, 2 wonderful son-in-laws, and VERY precious grandchildren. Sad that we have a granddaughter in heaven before us but God only knows the reason why and I wont question it, it is his plan. I am thankful for meeting her and look forward to the day I can hold her again.
Memories of the wedding were flooding me as we were driving to Upper and putting a smile on my face as I looked at this man across from me whom I love more than anything here on earth. Who says Blind dates don't work? We are living proof that it does. Anything will work if you want it bad enough and willing to work at it. Marriages would all work, if everyone wanted it bad enough and worked hard at it. I am in awe of people who celebrate 50 and more and look forward to that, God willing.
So happy Anniversary my darling and may we have many, many more to come. I love you with all my heart and it grows deeper every day of every year. You are truly my gift from God.