Monthly Archives: August 2012

Tough Guy…Or Maybe Not

Posted on August 13, 2012 by Caryn

Some little boys have such a sweet nature that it is almost surprising…especially when they are also a little bit tough guy. That pretty much describes my grand nephew, Matthew. When he was little he used to play fighting ninja … Continue reading →

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Second Chances

Posted on August 12, 2012 by Caryn

When I first met my niece, Chantel’s second husband to be, I was most impressed with the relationship he had with his own kids. He was a loving and caring dad, and truly cherished the time he got to spend … Continue reading →

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Feeling Like A Ballerina

Posted on August 11, 2012 by Caryn

I was watching a commercial the other day showing some of the new styles for elementary school kids, and older kids too I guess. The big news is that the kids will be wearing leggings with lacy skirts that look … Continue reading →

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Two Brothers, Two Wars

Posted on August 10, 2012 by Caryn

My grandfather and his brother, my Uncle Ted were born 14 years apart. There were, of course, other siblings who were born in between the two brothers. Still, these two brothers would be tied together for years to come…until my … Continue reading →

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Southern Belle

Posted on August 9, 2012 by Caryn

My grandmother was not a Southern Belle, but I think maybe she could have been. She was a beautiful woman, with a flair that few people possess. I have seen pictures of her and her sisters, or just her, dressed … Continue reading →

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Tree Chair

Posted on August 8, 2012 by Caryn

For a number of years, we went with my father-in-law and the guys in the family, to the Shirley Mountains to cut up downed wood to bring home for firewood. Sometimes the girls got to come with us. When they … Continue reading →

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I Love My Sister

Posted on August 7, 2012 by Caryn

My daughters were born 11 months apart. When I went into the hospital to have Amy, Corrie stayed with my sister, Cheryl. Back then, you stayed 3 days in the hospital when you gave birth to a new baby, and … Continue reading →

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The Addition Of Mike

Posted on August 6, 2012 by Caryn

When my brother-in-law, Mike was dating my sister, Caryl, I think he found himself wondering what he had gotten himself into. The very first time he met all of us, we just started in on our normal teasing. I mean, … Continue reading →

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An Important Job

Posted on August 5, 2012 by Caryn

As my niece, Jessi’s wedding approaches, I am reminded of the important responsibility that is placed on the ring bearer and flower girl.  My own girls each had the opportunity to be flower girls, and at another niece, Machelle’s wedding, … Continue reading →

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Picking Up The Slack

Posted on August 4, 2012 by Caryn

Sometimes, in our everyday lives, we forget to notice just how much God has blessed us with our spouses. It isn’t necessarily the big things they do for us, but rather it’s the little things, that make us stop and … Continue reading →

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