Empty Nest

Happy Birthday Mom

Today was/is my Mom's birthday.  She always said she was unlucky since she was born on Friday the 13th.  She would never let us tell anyone that, because that meant that they would know how old she was (assuming they would even care enough to figure it out!!).  

I loved my Mom.  So very much.  When I think back today, on her and her life , all I can do is admire her.  She had 7 kids.  12 yrs between us. And my father was a SOB on good days.  She put up with so much from all of us over the years and never once bailed.  Oh, she had her flaws, but let me tell you this....not one of us was an angel.  Nopey, not one of us.  I miss her so, even though she's been gone for what seems like a century.  As my life goes on I realize how much I really did love her.  

She has company in heaven now.  My friend Enza is up there and I can see the two of them laughing their butts off pointing at me....She must be in heaven.  She had enough hell here on earth.

Happy Birthday Mom, I love you 

Happy, Happy Birthday

Happy Birthday to my wonderful daughter, You know her, the one who it looks like we've kinda developed a pretty good relationship over the years. 
Having you honey was the most fantastic day I will ever remember.  The joy and the amazement of us, having you was dumbfounding.  And., despite the fact that your Dad nor I are perfect (surprise!) you have come so close.  You're a wonderful Mom, great wife and a wonderful daughter.  Observation tells me you fit perfectly into the sister role too. 
Have a wonderful day honey, I love you more than I can put into words but I admire you more and more as I get to know you.
Mom

Just sayin'

IT WAS A FINE BIRTHDAY!!!

Happy Birthday to ME....

Today is my birthday.  And I'm happy about it.  Those of you who know me know having a birthday every year is a real treat and so I'm going to celebrate again this year, even if its just me...It's ok that way too.  First thing is a picture of my birthday flowers.  They came to me at work yesterday right as I was walking out the door to take Maxi to the vet.  But they sure are beautiful.  They'll also be day three of my Project 365 project too. 

Beautiful aren't they? I can't wait to get to work and see them again..Happy Birthday to me!!! My sister sent me a loverly card with a Gift card in it.  That will help immensely since Maxi was just a bit expensive yesterday.  But he's better already so its money well spent for sure. We both slept much better last night and hated getting up this morning.  I watched "Heroes" last night.  I had a hard time staying awake so I guess I'll watch it again tonight before I say anything about it.  The end kind of confused me.. Well, off to work on my birthday...Have a great Tuesday everyone...Later

HAPPY BIRTHDAY NIKKI

She came to us a year ago today.  She's beautiful, healthy and happy.  Thanks God and Happy Birthday Nikki.   I love you

Happy Monday..

Its raining like hell here...Staying in bed seemed like a wonderful idea but for the first time in a long time Maxi just had to go.............and believe me, if its raining and he goes out...he's really needing to do that.  I should have taken today off.  After all..............ITS MY BIRTHDAY...whoooo..........
I know, I'm probably too old to carry on but...Considering my little crisis a few years back, I appreciated every single birthday just a little more.  I know I'm not supposed to be alive, at least that's what a lot of people tell me.  My Dr. (he's new, thanks insurance) even looks at me funny.  So, not only am I thankful for every single day, but just to remind me I have a birthday every year.  I sure hope they don't stop.   
Life is pretty darn good right now.  I mean, heck I've got a job, I like my work, I've got a doggie that I have no idea what I'd do without and..............Oh yeah., I've got the most wonderful two children a mom could ask for.  Who needs birthday presents when you're as blessed as I am every single day..............of course, if anyone insists that will be fine......Have a wonderful day everyone...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!

Today is the birthday of two very special people.  One is Deb.  You know her as Princess....Yep today, and she got an unexpected but very special gift last night.  Go by and say "HI" and "Happy Birthday" to her ok?

The other one, and the one I celebrate every single year is my son, otherwise known as Xzhibit...He doesn't have a blog so I can't link you to him, but I can tell you a little bit about him. 

He enjoys his "privacy" hence no pictures or too much details..

Belated card?

Someone e-mailed me this last night....So, do you think its a belated b'day card?   mmmm.  With friends like that...........?