Today would have been my Mom's 71st birthday. It seems hard to believe that 12 years have passed since we lost her. It is a bittersweet day for me, filled with so many memories, and tinged with sadness that she isn't here with us. I take comfort in knowing that we will be together again one day. I wanted to scrap a page in her memory and I started digging through what few photos I have of my family. Almost all of them were lost in a house fire. These two seemed to capture her personality and devotion. And yes, that's me with the chubby cheeks.
 In memory of my mother, Alice Catherine
Journaling:
You taught me to stick up for what I believe in. To be
compassionate toward others and not judgemental. You
showed me that no matter how bad the situation, you can
always find something good and beautiful. That there is
usually someone else in worse circumstances. You taught
me to appreciate all of God's creations, no matter how
small or insignificant they may seem. You taught me to find
laughter amid my tears, and to laugh at myself when I made
mistakes. You showed me a perfect example of unselfish love.
You taught me that I could do anything I wanted to do,
and to pursue my goals wholeheartedly and with passion.
You always supported me, even if no one else believed in me.
And even though you are no longer by my side, you are still in
my heart, guiding me through this unpredictable journey of life.
And now, the news.... I've been accepted by Denise Bailey for her Creative Team. This is my first CT and I am excited to be working with Denise's designs. Tranquility was a dream to work with for this page and the pressed flowers were just perfect. She has several lovely and versatile kits in the store. I feel like a kid turned loose in the proverbial candy shoppe, lol.
On a more personal note, later today my dh goes for his first cardiologist appointment and a stress test. Keep us in your prayers that all goes well. He has been having bradycardia, an abnormally slow heart rate. |
Happy Birthday to your Mom, even tho she isn't here. Bittersweet, certainly. You've created a beautiful layout. Best wishes to your hubby today.