Mother's Day

Yesterday I celebrated being a mother all day. There is nothing in the world that could make a woman happier than to be with, talk to and hear from her wonderful children, their significant others and her own mother.

I'm literally bursting with joy that I could have such a wonderful growing family.

I love you all.

Think Young

My Mother told me a story tonight. When my Father was in Forestry School at OSU, she belonged to a group of young wives of the students. The Dean's wife spoke to them at a meeting one day.

"I've always remembered her telling us to 'think young'," she said. Mom will soon be 97 years young. She is strong, able and cheerful.

Happy New Year 2010

This is the time of year for changes, new beginnings and organizing.
In evaluating what brought richness to my life last year, my expanding family comes at the top of the list. My wonderful daughters and the nice young men that have joined their lives, my son, my stellar Mother Stella who outshines us all and my growing list of close friends. Thank you for the love and courage you have given me this year. With everyone's help, I have learned and grown so much.
I still believe love and happiness coming straight from one's own heart, along with a joyful attitude are the most important building blocks in life. All else will follow.

I hope you make this year a celebration with laughter, love and joy!