Mom's Memorial

On Saturday, September 25,2010, mom peacefully passed to her Rainbow Bridge to be with Dad, her wonderful cousins Nancy and Bob Jenkins, her parents and of course, all her golden retrievers, horses, cats and misc. animals she has mothered. She is so missed, already. Love you mom, you are without pain now, and at peace. Her online Memorial and tribute page is HERE with memorials to go to Nash's Buddy Walk team, in her honor.

On my 50th Birthday ... Thank you for giving me life Mom

As mom lies in bed, battling end stage cancer, she is some days able to converse, others not so much. Some days able to remember, others she lacks this ability. But she always recognizes us, loves our visits, and occaisionally will still have her wine. But one thing she cannot do this year is buy a birthday card for me for my 50th birthday September 4th. So, I will instead thank you Mom. For giving me life, for being a wonderful and caring person to the many that love you, and will reprint your card given to me last year as I keep it on my office wall as a reminder what is important. And how much you love me, always. How to Make a Beautiful Life Reflections for a Daughter on Her Birthday Love yourself. MAKE PEACE with who you are And where you are At this moment in time. Listen to your heart. If you can’t hear what it’s saying In this noisy world, MAKE TIME for yourself. Enjoy your own company. Let your mind wander among the stars. Try. Take chances. MAKE MISTAKES. Life can be messy and confusing at times, But it’s also full of surprises. The next rock in your path Might be a stepping-stone. Be happy. When you don’t have what you want, Want what you have. MAKE DO. That’s a well-kept secret of contentment. There aren’t any shortcuts to tomorrow. You have to MAKE YOUR OWN WAY. To know where you’re going is only part of it. You need to know where you’ve been, too. And if you ever get lost, don’t worry. The people who love you will find you. Count on it. Life isn’t days and years. It’s what you do with time and with all the Goodness and grace that’s inside you. MAKE A BEAUTIFUL LIFE......The kind of life you deserve. Happy Birthday Sweetheart! I love you! You pick the day and your favorite dinner and I’ll Bring it up Have a great day! xx’s Mom