Monthly Archives: January 2012

All That I Can Be…

Posted on January 31, 2012 by 49andcounting

I have a deep, dark secret. And I’m sharing, because maybe one of you have felt this way, too. I’ve spent my life disappointed. Every night when I lay my head on my pillow, or every morning while I sit … Continue reading →

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Facebook Friends…

Posted on January 27, 2012 by 49andcounting

Okay, we all know Facebook, and Facebook friends.  I’ve so enjoyed finding old classmates and renewing friendships. Seeing photos of their kids and grandkids. Sending birthday greetings to teachers I haven’t seen for years.  Keeping in touch with family that … Continue reading →

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All I Can Do Is My Best…

Posted on January 25, 2012 by 49andcounting

My heart is heavy today. I pray for a family that feel the walls crumbling around them, all they have worked towards for years is in question. In these times of economic instability even those who have worked hard are … Continue reading →

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Not So Perfect Me…

Posted on January 23, 2012 by 49andcounting

Lord, today I know that I may be far from perfect. But I pray for your direction. That “your still small voice” will stop me, and show me “your way” not mine. That I will be strong enough, courageous enough, humble … Continue reading →

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Kansas…

Posted on January 18, 2012 by 49andcounting

I’ve changed my header…notice the snow. This is the Kansas I remember. The Kansas I’ve come home to. It’s not the Pennsylvania mountains, not winding roads and trees, but it’s home, home on the range. As I drove I-70, I … Continue reading →

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A Grammy’s Gift…

Posted on January 13, 2012 by 49andcounting

This winter I’ve been given a gift.  The gift of spending a few months with my oldest daughter and granddaughter, Isabella. Just to catch you up.  My Big Boy and I have left Pennsylvania and he’s kind of all over … Continue reading →

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The Other Side Of Fence Can Be So Far Away…

Posted on January 4, 2012 by 49andcounting

I’m watching the saddest thing. Especially for a Grammy. Bella is an only child. I watch her play Barbies by herself, I watch her put puzzles together by herself, I watch her watch movies by herself. And every day I … Continue reading →

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