Tuesday, June 11, 2019
Thursday, June 6, 2019
Happy Birthday to my Grandma Bailey! She just might be the easiest person to love, especially when you see how easy it is for her to love others without condition. I am truly grateful to have her in my life! I know that the time will come when she will leave us and join her sweetheart. (Oh how I wish I could have a glimpse of that tender reunion.) Until then, I'll continue to love how her face lights up and her eyes sparkle when she giggles. I'll smile when I see her smile and I will continue to treasure how special I feel each time her soft hands hold mine as we sit together and talk. #94
Tuesday, May 28, 2019
This guy . . . Beckerman loves having his people together; so, when he gets worried about me going down to my place, he stands on the recliner in protest, thwarting any attempt to escape. When he really wants to make a point, he stands on my legs with a persistent conviction. He may be stubborn and lacks any semblance of subtlety, but his unconditional love and fierce soul have been added to my favorite collection- a box of treasures his sister left for me. #beckermanmojibailey
Sunday, May 26, 2019
Saturday, May 18, 2019
Sunday, May 12, 2019
Monday, May 6, 2019
Sunday, April 21, 2019
Wednesday, April 17, 2019
Sunday, April 14, 2019
Thursday, April 11, 2019
I'm fully aware that #nationalsiblingsday was yesterday; but, in my defense, I was attacked and held hostage last night by a nasty migraine. Anyway, I came across an article with an excerpt that does a fabulous job of summing up my thoughts about my three brothers. "It can be hard growing up the only gal in a family full of boys: Instead of fairy wands, you got lightsabers; you were called a “tomboy” not a “princess.” And while that moniker was leveled at you like a dirty word, you grew to wear it like a badge of honour. For better or worse, your bros shaped (and shoved) you into the woman you are today." -Amber Dowling, The Loop #ilovemybrothers #ilovedmychildhood #familyiseverything
Thursday, April 4, 2019
I'm about a month late with this post but I'm just gonna roll with it . . . When we caravanned down to LV last month, Beckerman and Carmel were treated to a vacation. My cousin, @whithutchins, and her family took care of 'Beckarmel'! Whitney is my cousin/dog guru/bff/sounding board, etc. She basically tolerated me and my constant fretting over Mia and still tolerates my Beckerman worries. (She also knows way too much about my personal health. I am a constant TMIer when she and I talk.😂) Anyway, she and her cute tribe loved and played with Beck and Carmel. (Do you see how Beckarmel works?) They were loved by Whitney and Hankleberry Finn (love ya @bbn35) and three of the cutest kids on the planet- Novita, the Rock and AO! Thome, the world's greatest hugger, ignored their constant need to compete- (as seen in the photo of them walking and trying to get ahead of one another- and then note how Thome doesn't care). Thank you to the Hutchins clan for loving and caring forour 4-legged family members while we celebrated Owen's special day!. We love you!
Saturday, March 23, 2019
My Mia is in heaven chasing birds and relaxing on the cool grass beneath a shady tree and my main man, Beckerman, has left his puppy days behind as he is becoming a devilishly handsome gentleman, but I still like to remember them anytime a day of celebrating dogs comes along. So, in honor of these two special souls who have given me a chance to feel a few motherly emotions, I wish them both a very Happy National Puppy Day! #princessmiasarahbailey #beckermanmojibailey #schnauzerlove
Monday, March 18, 2019
Sunday, March 17, 2019
Look at the smile on my baby brother's face . . . Ladies and Gentlemen, Craig Bailey is getting married. He found the one. His one. And she is a good one. (I know, I know . . . no more puns.) But, in all honesty, Ashley really is perfect for Craig. She was a Bailey long before they met. She is fun, genuine, kind-hearted, and has an infectious laugh. She quickly earned the adoration of my parents, my other brothers and their wives, my niece and nephews and my Grandma Bailey. She's had my adoration and seal of approval since the first time I met her. Knowing she will be a permanent member of the family makes my heart smile. They have a firm foundation of respect and honesty and trust. As their relationship developed this past year, I watched these two go from good friends to best friends to more than friends to, well, this beautiful moment pictured above. The tears in her eyes and the joy in his hold reflections of a beautiful love story, their love story- and I can't wait to read the next chapter!
Thursday, March 14, 2019
Jane Austen never disappoints: "It is only a novel... or, in short, only some work in which the greatest powers of the mind are displayed, in which the most thorough knowledge of human nature, the happiest delineation of its varieties, the liveliest effusions of wit and humour, are conveyed to the world in the best-chosen language." -Jane Austen Northanger Abbey #readtheclassics #femaleauthors
Sunday, March 10, 2019
Saturday, March 9, 2019
·RESPECT· International Women's Day! Love is beautiful when shared among those we adore and respect: So, . . Accept your perfect imperfections. Be humble And generous. Break the chains. Clean the cobwebs. Laugh often. Live your freedom. Love the woman in your reflection. Reveal your genuine. Smile more. Find you; The REAL you. Embrace unique; Your 'YOU'nique. Treasure what makes you different And always help others value their self-worth; a bit of compassion just might be the key that unlocks YOU! In short . . . Don't be a possession!
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