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You simply have to check out this funny blog. The pictures say it all. It really proves, we love our children unconditionally.

For My Mother!

Motherhood is the most difficult task any woman can take on. The hours are endless, worries compound over the years, at times it feels thankless and you always wonder if you are doing enough.



But a single smile erases you fears. Every first a child achieves provides a glow in you heart, knowing you are there supporting their goals. Seeing them grow into a secure and loving individual with enthusiasm for life provides all proof necessary you have done your best.



Happy Mother's Day Mom, and to all women out there doing what they can to nurture the tiny souls sent to them. Although some days will seem difficult, soon enough your birds will fly from the nest, enjoy each moment!

Both of my daughters have gone on to have amazing families of their own. I am very proud of them. Actually, if I am honest about it, I think they are better at the job than I was.

My advise is simple: take what you mother did right and improve upon it, take what she did wrong and change it for the better. Most of all....love them unconditionally.

Happy Easter!!!

Please celebrate today by enjoying some of the music I have included below. They are my favorites!











May you be blessed with family and friends this Easter Sunday.

Are you listening?

I must confess....sometimes I do not listen when others talk. Ideas and responses are busy playing out in my head. There isn't room enough inside for both of us to talk, leaving my ability to  know what is being said lacking.

It usually isn't because I don't care about them or what they are telling me. I simply have a tough time putting others need to be heard above mine sometimes.

Sure I can try to find justifications for it. Perhaps the need to talk is genetic. I grew up in a very vocal family, each demanding to be heard. Sometimes is got quite loud in our house. My first report from kindergarden said, "she is a very good student, but talks to much." My daughters and some of my grandchildren are amazing verbalists.

But all kidding aside, there are reasons we become poor listeners. Perhaps there is the feeling nobody really hears what you are saying, so you simply keep talking hoping sooner or later they get it. Which gives little room to be an active listener.

If you operate out of a sense of defensiveness, you turn off the ability to understand what others may be saying. No matter the topic you must figure what to say next in defense of your belief.

Sometimes we simply do not want to hear what is being said and allow ourselves to drift elsewhere for a few moments. Any wife or mother is aware of the amazing ability children and spouses have in selective hearing. Many husband will tell you wives are the same in this regard.

Some cultures have utilized a talking stick. One must not say a word until it is passed to them. Which shows this has been a long standing problem.

So, if you are going to spend time in conversation, then take the time to actively listen. Let the other person know you are hearing and understanding what they are saying. You will appreciate the same courtesy when you get to talk. If necessary....go get a stick!

Enjoy Huge Laurie in a skit about him not actively listening!

Happy Valentine's Day!

Grandmother Remaley told me a little poem about love, which I share with you today.

Love is such a funny thing.

It's something like a lizard.

It wraps it's tail around your heart,

and nibbles at your gizzard.

I'm not sure I get it, but it always made her smile. Perhaps it refers to being "love sick", you know that squirmy feeling you get when that special person walks into the room.

While today is about love, remember we need to receive that fix far more often than once a year. Never pass up an opportunity to tell others you love them. More importantly, show them by your words, actions and deeds.

Gratitude.....Appreciate Your Life...Family....Friends.....Love Unconditionally.....Allow Joy To Manifest.

Accept life with loving gratitude. No matter the challenges we face they are easier to bear if we remember to be thankful for all we have been given.  Keep your energy moving in a positive direction.

When all else fails......simply dance! 
It's "Positively" contagious!