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Giving Thanks – November 15

Today I give thanks for my mom. She’s been here for me from spending the day of my birth alone in the hospital room while my dad worked at home fixing the furnace and milking the cows all the way through broken hearts and healed hearts, lost jobs and found jobs, being a jerk to being a joy, misplaced hope and faith renewed.

It’s even better to give thanks for her and gratitude to her on this day of her birth. Mom, here’s wishing you joy in every day and a continued healthy heart and mind. You are much loved. Wishing you a joyous birthday!

Side note: I treated her to dinner, but surprised her with a few extra dinner guests. Sadly, I forgot to take photos. Me of all people!

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Posted by on November 16, 2013 in Uncategorized

 

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Independence Day 2012

Growing up, my family hasn’t done much to celebrate July 4th. We had several reasons.

  • My father’s father and my mother’s father were both born on July 4th. When they passed on, there wasn’t the birthday party to celebrate them on the 4th any longer.
  • My father was a dairy farmer, so after milking the cows for the second time, going somewhere to see fire works wasn’t high on the list.
  • We would sometimes go to the top of our apple orchard and watch the fire works in town, but over the years the trees have grown up too tall, and it’s no fun to watch just the top of the festive displays.

Now, as a working adult, I must say that I am pleased with this setup. I enjoy a day at home. I enjoy celebrating the nation’s birthday and that of my grandfathers by sleeping in, watching movies, and taking a nap.

Moral of the Story: Sometimes there’s nothing more pleasant than relaxing on a holiday. Letting your body renew in preparation in order to be your best when life returns to the usual routines.

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Posted by on July 5, 2013 in Uncategorized

 

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