God~

The end of the week, finally~ and an interesting twist of the usual. Scottie and I got home from work, chilled, skyped with Kate and Hayden, and off to the grocery. It's now 9 and we haven't had dinner yet...probably just to tired. That's okay, the cupboards are not bare, and we are set for quite a while. Merci for a rather slow day, and new duties as a "nurse" doing medical histories. It was FUN and brought me back a long way. I must say I did a fair job..and liked it. Off to relax and read a bit~ lots to do this weekend. I am, the luckiest girl in the world~despite challenges that I face, but those are all part of the journey too~ Merci

Welcome to 99 Days to Christmas with More Style Than Cash - Day 99 - More Style Than Cash

Welcome to 99 Days to Christmas with More Style Than Cash - Day 99 - More Style Than Cash

God who makes special days~

Hayden's 1st birthday party was such fun. He enjoyed his friends, big and small, the cards and gifts. The theme was Nautical, baby blues and red..stripes and polka dots. Hayden poked his finger into his "smash" cake, licking his finger after each dip, not really diving in, but tasting and thoroughly enjoying every bite. Proud Mommy & Daddy standing by~ we enjoyed a lovely "Qudoba" lunch, Hayden's favorite!, cupcakes, candy suckers made by Katie & I. Lots of bright Colorado sunshine, happy faces all around..a grand celebration for our grand little grandson. What a gift to have been with Hayden, and his Mommy & Daddy. I know Scottie felt as lucky as I did. Merci~

God of my understanding~

What a wonderful trip to Denver...a cozy window seat where I looked down upon the world passing by. Lights coming on as darkness crept in, the sun sinking behind the clouds casting beautiful colors as far as I could see~ A complete surprise as my first thought of the window seat was dread. It was quiet and cozy, and opened a new world to me. Cities, farmland, streams, hills and mountains all standing still as I passed by overhead. A beautiful feeling~ Merci

God who loves me~

I've been lately thinking of veering away from photo's that have "Merci" in for my daily gratitude to God, and instead choosing photo's that relate to my day, my frame of reference, and my gratitude as always, to God. For it is he the has me here, after all. As I was checking in for my flight to Denver tonight, I saw that I have a window seat..and was grumbling to myself~ I always have an isle seat! Quickly my thinking changed to how lucky I am to be heading to Denver to see Katie, Ryan, & our little Hayden, to be celebrating Hayden's 1st birthday at his party on Saturday. And, to be with Katie on her 31st birthday, celebrating my little girl's life. That middle seat matters not.. not anymore. Merci God for the blessings of my life. They are immense and immeasurable. I am indeed grateful~ more than I can express.

God who loves me~

I need to care for myself, for in giving it all away, I'm gone~ It started today~ Merci for your light and teaching.

Happy 1st Birthday Precious LIttle Hayden~

Oh do I remember ONE year ago today when you came into my life~it way amazing, incredibly, and God blessed. Your mommy & daddy were so happy and you have grown so well in their love. I was with your mommy & daddy for 2 weeks before you decided to join us :) and Poppie hopped in the car and drove all the way from Minnesota just to meet you~ I heard you had a fun party tonight with your mommy and daddy, got your sock monkey from Great Papa, you were a little afraid of Maxx at first and I can see why, he is 4 feet tall, but I guess you love him now :) Great Papa will be SO happy!!! Poppie will be with you tomorrow night and I arrive Friday night for you BIG Birthday Party with all your friends on Saturday! I cannot wait to hold you again~ I love you, Grammie