DON'T BLINK...

Look really close...try to focus...can you see it...can you see their eyes...it's so clear, isn't it?  This is how I view the last 19 years of my life.  Some of it is a blurr like the picture.  Right now, I can't believe I am the mother of these two beautiful girls, 19 and almost 18 years old.  Did I do all I could to show them love?  Did I teach them enough so they can survive in this world?  Did I do my part in teaching them about being a friend, a wife, and a mother?  Did I give them the tools they need to make the choices they will encounter?  

One thing I did try to give them is the opportunity to know Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior.  I believe it's the MOST important thing I could give them.  See, I won't always be here, and even if I could be, I'm not perfect, I've made my mistakes, and I'm not the example they need.  

He is...

HERE WE GO AGAIN...

About this time last year, I posted a blog describing my feelings in preparation for her sister's graduation.  They are back...but this time, it's a little easier.  I guess time really does help.  I've learned a few lessons over the past year about letting go, loving, and losing.  I sure will miss Megan next year as she heads to Maryville.  If I just had one more child to experience this with, I think I could get this down pat.  

So proud of you, Megan Rae, and can't wait to see what God and the future holds for you...it's  your turn now...

We hung up the gown last night so the wrinkles could work themselves out. The mortar board and tassel are lying on the dresser as is the fake white collar and stickers to attach it. We have ordered the cake, the invitations are sent, and the date for our orientation at NWMSU is June 23rd. She has received the necessary vaccinations and signed up for dorms. She got a really cute dress to wear under the gown, and I think we are ready...

God, please protect her heart as she learns to live in this world on her own...
God, please guide her as she makes decisions...
God, please strengthen her walk with You daily...
God, please comfort her when she needs to feel You close...
God, please hold her hand when I can't...
And, God, thank you for giving her to me...what a special gift!

SAVE THE LAST DANCE FOR ME...

Megan and Dad

Megan Rae

Brittany, Kyla, Megan, Jocelyn

Jocelyn, Megan, Brittany

Brittany, Jocelyn, Caroline, Megan, Kyla

PROM 09

Aunt Lisa and Megan

Jocelyn, Aunt Lisa, Brittany, and Nicki

Brittany and Nicki

Aunt Lisa, Brittany, Jocelyn, Megan

Meg's hair

THESE ARE A FEW OF MY FAVORITE THINGS...

ONE MORE MONTH...

Megan is so excited to be graduating from Cameron High School next month. I recognize the "illness" from having a Senior last year. I must say, though, Senioritis for Megan has come on gradually instead of taking me by surprise. It's amazing to me that I have two grown daughters, and it's hard to imagine next year with them both at college. While this chapter closes and another opens, it's exciting thinking about what the next year will bring. One thing I do know, I'm glad dogs don't go to college!!!

THE GIRLS ARE BACK IN TOWN...

Erica and Whitney had a fun time last night watching movies and eating ice cream.  Good to have you home, Bug!!!!

MY SPECIAL FRIEND, MY BROTHER...

This is the family I grew up with...Les, Lisa, me, and Lawrence. I am so thankful for my family, and Easter Sunday will be my oldest brother's birthday. He passed away at the age of 35 and would be 49 now, but will always be with me in my heart. He was more than just a brother to me. He was a special friend who listened to me, loved me, and helped me every day. I want to celebrate his life tomorrow and pray that God will give me a day of good memories and peace.

SPRING, COME SOON!!!!!

I can't wait for everything to start coming up. And, this year, I am going to have elephant ears. They are huge...you could wrap a small child in them. Where are you Spring???