Where it all began

Where it all began
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Today I drove into the City. ( If you grew up in San Francisco you know we always call it the "City", not "Frisco" or "Sanfran" but the "City".) I drove by the house were we grew up, Mom and Dad's house. I could picture each and every room in my head, where every piece of furniture belonged. I could imagine all our holidays we spent together there, even as growns adults with our children. I can even picture the night before the sale was final after my parents had passed away, we were all gathered together, my brothers, sister-in-laws and all of our children. We planned to have a picnic in the livingroom on the floor one last time, all of us gathered together ,remembering. How blessed we are to have each other and those wonderful times together. My parents gave all of us, even our children, the most important gift they could. A happy childhood

Happy keys

Happy keys
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I never thought I would ever want to play the piano again, not that I was very good at it when I did play. I like how it was something I did for myself, just for me. For almost seven years now the piano has sat untouched. I have even tried to give it away. I guess I felt it would bring too much happiness into the house and that would be wrong. I feel as if I have changed lately, not that I am any less sad, but maybe it would be OK to have some happiness in our lives while we are here. Maybe tomorrow I will venture to the music store to buy some new sheet music or maybe I will open the piano bench and try to play something from a happier time.

The boys

The boys
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When I look at these two baby boys it makes my heart jump with love for them. How is it you can fall in love with someone you barely know for more that two weeks. Babies are amazing, but I am truly reminded of God's work to see two perfect little angels side by side. I can't even begin to think of the wonderful days ahead. We are blessed.

Star Angel

Star Angel
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I do believe thru some of the saddness you must smile. Today was a day that I could smile. The sun was shinning, the weather is pretty, it was nice to be outside.

30 Days of photos

I have started the 30 day photo challenge on Flickr. It is actually the second time I have done this . I do believe it is really the 365 day challenge, but that is a frightening commitment for me. Again there is that fear of failing, so I will start small and enjoy the sense of accomplishment. I think this project makes me get out and look at things differently. I actually think it just plain helps me get out!
My mind always seems to be reeling with ideas or ways to come up with a fresh idea. Tim always told me "I think too much!" I do think he was right, but I like to think in a good way. Maybe I will work my baby steps up to the 60 challenge. But I don't have to think about that for a month.

The First

I have thought about starting a blog for so very long. I read and enjoy others daily. I think it is the "fear of failing" that has kept me from joining in all the fun. I am not witty or even poetic. I sat in front of the screen trying to think of a clever first title. It did not happen. But I have been so inspired by the creativity of others and I am hoping it will wear off on me. With each passing day I hope others will learn to read and share in my words.