tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post3907821106383833204..comments2024-03-08T05:20:15.941-06:00Comments on The Westra World: the cutest...Vickyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-41059148538886417732014-09-01T18:50:59.040-05:002014-09-01T18:50:59.040-05:00Very precious times with the boys. All darling in ...Very precious times with the boys. All darling in different ways. Glad your mother is able to travel and she is blessed to lean on you. What a doctor's visit........sigh.Robynn's Ravingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619286823020924023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-1623783376812583012014-07-28T14:43:31.191-05:002014-07-28T14:43:31.191-05:00 Your mothers words... simple, honest, courageous.... Your mothers words... simple, honest, courageous. Like you. Karen thisoldhouse2.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03302171590212119499noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-68074479504543475962014-07-24T08:03:00.154-05:002014-07-24T08:03:00.154-05:00I was/am with you while reading this, Vicky. So ma...I was/am with you while reading this, Vicky. So many God-moments throughout your writing. And by the way, lakes in Georgia are sort of green. I was so amazed by how gorgeous this lake was you "brought" us--so blue and sparkly. <br /><br />Love how you wound so many emotions together in this one. I'm praying for you--from one writer to another--as you sense another blog coming from that day. Oh, boy, do I understand. <br /><br />Such beautiful, real, honest writing, my friend. Thank you for the privilege of reading your heart. xoxoJulie Garmonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09774724750356986307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-58324917752236775592014-07-23T18:34:23.900-05:002014-07-23T18:34:23.900-05:00What a sweet nephew, but my oh my, that Matt is go...What a sweet nephew, but my oh my, that Matt is good-looking (I'm referring to 'the arm around the shoulder' photo).<br /><br />I have a set of my mom's dish towels that are so similar to the ones you won.<br /><br />Lump in my throat over your mom.Kasshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05233330248952156754noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-43326514832007541012014-07-22T08:48:52.483-05:002014-07-22T08:48:52.483-05:00Oh, my. The skunk skin. That is both hilarious and...Oh, my. The skunk skin. That is both hilarious and gross at the same time!<br /><br />Looks like a fun family reunion - we had one of those this weekend as well. I am sorry for the difficulty with your mom - so glad she will be able to spend time with family this fall. Praying as you navigate these waters.Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08325898729203111520noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-77780546080060993792014-07-22T07:02:07.845-05:002014-07-22T07:02:07.845-05:00Oh my..your nephew is the 'cutest'...what ...Oh my..your nephew is the 'cutest'...what a fireman he will be! all the pictures, the family reunion the wonderful auction 'wins' (yes even the skunk skin lol) such a wonderful family week..such a summertime feel...and then...then at the end. I know how your heart is flip flopping... "do it now" with the unsaid hanging in the air. As always many prayers and much love...life takes on pathways and walk ways that challenges us, but more so strains our hearts...for love is that huge............... love you Vicky! On a Wing and a Prayerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11254390486126765402noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-74126990809669930362014-07-22T05:14:38.872-05:002014-07-22T05:14:38.872-05:00God bless your dear mom, and you too.
P.S. love t...God bless your dear mom, and you too.<br /><br />P.S. love the sweet embroidery ... the skunk? Not so much :-/Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08274481412344071315noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-86302941708303250412014-07-21T21:51:15.277-05:002014-07-21T21:51:15.277-05:00The photos are so great. A nice journey through im...The photos are so great. A nice journey through images as always. But that skunk. I feel like that's something I would have picked, too, as a younger, inquisitive girl. I once found a rabbit's foot. Not one of those fake ones but a REAL rabbit's food, in the mountains. I thought it was the greatest discovery ever. The luck! I love how you live, reach and love, even through the tough moments. You remain an inspiration, Vicky. XXOO Roxane B. Salonenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01459456545891720716noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-73708203908520091002014-07-21T21:03:17.866-05:002014-07-21T21:03:17.866-05:00I see a future white elephant gift in your son'...I see a future white elephant gift in your son's future! What an auction prize ( I use the word loosely.)<br />You certainly experienced a range of highs and lows over just a few hours this weekend. Your nephew is precious and I know seeing your boy willingly be a pal to him warm a balm to your soul. I know Ethan thinks Colton is just the best! <br />Praying for your mother and for you as she faces the unknown and the sad known ahead. I am so sorry and yet so grateful that you can be purposeful with her. JennyBChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11647734430061941577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-51210164445234777012014-07-21T17:45:58.969-05:002014-07-21T17:45:58.969-05:00Happy Monday, dear friend,
Oh I can hardly contain...Happy Monday, dear friend,<br />Oh I can hardly contain my JOY as I look at cutie Ethan and his fire-fighting gear. And a REAL fire fighter's helmet bestowed by a real fire fighter! YIKES! How good can it get?<br />And your time at the lake, reunion, and time with your Mom...no wonder you are a bit tired emotionally and physically. What a busy schedule.<br /><br />Boats and waves and people and skunks and fun...OH MY!<br /><br />And that all-knowing exchange of looks between your Mom's doctor and you...the trip needs to be this fall. Bless her heart for losing 25 pounds of excess fluid. Not always easy...this part of the journey with her.<br /><br />You, dear Vicky have been on my mind and heart all weekend. Know that I am sending you loves and hugs and prayers...always prayers.<br /><br />Love you to the moon and back!<br />LindaLinda Seppa Salisburyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13336969827398454131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-40802381075689927972014-07-21T16:37:47.736-05:002014-07-21T16:37:47.736-05:00I love seeing you here too, just like family- yes!...I love seeing you here too, just like family- yes! I don't know what I would do without my blogging family :) I will indeed tell her Miss Jackie has sent her a hug and kiss and she will remember exactly who you are! Hugs to you sweet friend! Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-65019249990334199582014-07-21T16:36:20.562-05:002014-07-21T16:36:20.562-05:00Crosby has not seen the skunk and we hope he never...Crosby has not seen the skunk and we hope he never does! We have known mom's health is slowly declining, and yet, just like Dad her spunk and spirit are strong and so we go with that. Blessings and love to you!Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-27003312125583476132014-07-21T16:31:45.907-05:002014-07-21T16:31:45.907-05:00Hehe- I know Steph, right? That skunk is just fri...Hehe- I know Steph, right? That skunk is just frightful and he LOVES it so… and had bidders going against him. Quite the family heirloom isn't it? I know, how you know about the precariousness of our parent's health and how we will move heaven and earth to accommodate whatever we can, whenever we can. So glad your path has crossed with mine- I hope you know how much guidance and encouragement you give me :) <br /><br />Hugs and love to you! Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-45917360837308781062014-07-21T14:54:35.551-05:002014-07-21T14:54:35.551-05:00I love being here....feeling that I am part of you...I love being here....feeling that I am part of your family, and in a way, I guess I am. <br />I am part of your blogging family. The photos are absolutely gorgeous, and I'm so glad that your family had a great time together.<br />Love the fact that your Mama has a wonderful outlook on life; we should all embrace her wisdom. I send her a special hug and a gentle kiss on her forehead. I do hope you will deliver both to her from me, please.<br />Love,<br />JackieJackiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01214796594702277709noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-23944204427369130832014-07-21T12:55:24.127-05:002014-07-21T12:55:24.127-05:00what i want to know is how your sweet dog responde...what i want to know is how your sweet dog responded to Colton's new stuffed animal! <br /><br />i can relate to what you're sharing about the time with your mom. i never realized how quickly the "golden years" could fade, and it happens when you're busy doing other things. we are making conscious effort to spend time with each set of folks for this reason. <br /><br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04687339205571651753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-68998280243199393282014-07-21T12:08:13.235-05:002014-07-21T12:08:13.235-05:00I fety so many different emotions when reading thi...I fety so many different emotions when reading this post! It was so sweet and heart-warming to see Colton with your nephew. Colton's heart is HUGE!!! Looks like you made many new, lovely family memories. And for Nolan's fish - well there is a picture to prove he really did have the big one that got away! Wowza! And then...I was belly-laughing at the newest member of the family - the skunk! I can see that baby heading to college with Colton and finally being banished to the garage someday by that special girl he will surely find. And finally, tears, at visualizing the knowing glance you shared with your mom's doctor. My heart can feel that one. A spectrum of emotions, so beautifully written as usual. <3<br /><br />As always, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03818267577743110088noreply@blogger.com