~~~~~ A "SPECIAL" RECOGNITION ~~~~~There are parents & there are 'special parents'. A lovely lady inspired me to THANK all the wonderful loving women (& men) who are childless whether by choice or because God had a special path for them in life ... BUT ... give selflessly to children who may, or may not, have an empty spot in their little lives. The joy their gentle touch & hug, soft words, flowing love brings to a child, can be life changing.
Children are like rosebuds, they bloom with love & tender care.
God gave special blessings to these precious folks who share their love selflessly leaving memories that these children will carry throughout life.
Thank you & Happy Mother's Day to each of you.
Children are like rosebuds, they bloom with love & tender care.
God gave special blessings to these precious folks who share their love selflessly leaving memories that these children will carry throughout life.
Thank you & Happy Mother's Day to each of you.
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My Mother, Mary (standing) & her sister ... above pic
Mother in late 1930s
Mother before her going to visit Jesus
THANK YOU, Mother, for all you so selflessly gave to each of us 5 kids ... you were my friend & I loved you above all else. I miss you terribly still.
And, the rosebuds & blessings that God allowed me to have to love ... our children.Emery (r)~ has given us 2 beautiful children, Ansel & Tatiana, the heart melts of our world. He shares with us a great love & joy in our lives. His accomplishments give us such pride.
Michael ~ look at that smile!
Caroline (Cari) (l) ~ gave us Joshua, our special & loved young man. We are so proud of her accomplishments ... the love we have for her is unending.
Beautiful family pictures Marydon and I know how special your grandchildren are to you also.
ReplyDeleteAs one who does not have children of my own, I especially appreciate your kind words that God had "other" plans for our lives. I have been blessed with nieces/nephews and great nieces to love and many friends who allow me to "mother" their children. A very blessed Mother's Day to you my kind and thoughtful friend.
Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteHave a blessed Mother's Day!
Your Mama was so pretty, Marydon, all the way up to the end. And your precious children are just too cute for words! Happy Mom's Day~
ReplyDeletep.s. Loooove Josh Groben
Beautiful Family, Marydon. You are truly blessed!!
ReplyDeleteHappy Mother's Day!!
Love,
Marilyn
xxoo
Marydon -- Amazing thought to acknowledge the childless woman today. I remember how Mother's Day felt when we were trying -- and struggling -- to conceive.
ReplyDeleteWonderful pictures and sentiments.
Happy Mother's Day.
Oh, those kids and grandkids! Don't we love them!!!
ReplyDeleteI also love those women who, whether or not they are parents themselves, love my children and grandkids. Be they teachers, neighbors, friends, whatever. Their love reminds me to love in return the children of others.
Beautiful, MD. Have a wonderful Mother's Day! LOVE the poem you put on my site. SWEET!
ReplyDeletexoRebecca
I love looking at family photos. Your mother looks like a wonderful lady.
ReplyDeleteHappy Mother's Day.
Gwen
I miss Grandma Mary too!
ReplyDeleteHappy Mother's Day!
Love,
-Em
What a lovely post, Marydon! Happy Mother's Day to you, as well.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful post Marydon. I had an aunt that stepped into my mother's place when she left us suddenly when I was in my early 20's. She became the Grandmother to my children, and has filled my life with love and care. This aunt never had any children, so my children were a delight to her. She will be 95 this year and is in failing health. But we will always be grateful that she was a BIG part of our lives.
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Happy Mother's Day!
Oh what a wonderful tribute, I kept seeing specks of dust floating on my screen HA You can't be messing with us old peoples eye site. Thank you for following the Polka Dot Closet I am honored to follow you!
ReplyDeleteHappy Mother's Day
ReplyDeleteHugs Patsy
Thank you for your kind comments Marydon. I am taking a long break from blogging, but thought I would add this post about my friend. God bless you. Kathi
ReplyDeleteOh, and Happy Mother's Day to you too!!
ReplyDeleteHi Marydon. What a beautiful post. I hope you have a wonderful Mother's Day sweet lady.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Sandra
Beautiful post and family :)
ReplyDeleteHappy Mother's Day Marydon!
*hugs*deb
Hello Marydon dear,
ReplyDeleteYou are so kind and thank you for visiting my indulgent post! I have no children, but I am a fourth grade teacher and children are truly a blessing. Many need extra care; I often think of the kingdom of God like a garden. Weeds are easy, undesirable and need to be watched and plucked. That which is beautiful needs care and cultivating and even the naughty children are wild rose bushs that grow every day, and need pruning and tutors to help them grow beautifully. There are thorns along the way, but what beautiful blooms as a result of all the care.
Thank you dear lady. Have a wonderful Sunday. Anita
Beautiful tribute Marydon..lovely post.
ReplyDeleteJulia ♥
Yes, so many who have helped and loved a child. I had aunts who were childless, but were such an influence.
ReplyDeleteHappy Mother's Day, Marydon!
Nice tribute to your family Marydon. Have a Happy Mother's Day.
ReplyDeleteJudith
Marydon, so very lovely! Your Mom was beautiful, too. luv and hugs, Kerrie
ReplyDeleteThis is a lovely post honoring your mom and precious family...you are very blessed.
ReplyDeleteI love all the pictures, especially the ones of your mom.
Happy Mother's Day Marydon! hugs, Linda
Marydon,
ReplyDeleteBeautiful memories that you have shared with everyone. Have a wonderful Mother's Day! Thanks so much for visiting with me in my garden each week and all your wonderful and kind comments.
Sandy
Very nice post.
ReplyDeleteThank YOU!
Happy Mother's Day to YOU!
Melinda
Oh Marydon what a sweet psot! How blessed you are to! Beautiful children!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Maryjane
What a wonderful picture of your Mom and her Sister when they were little! I so love old family photos.
ReplyDeleteI wish you a very Happy Mother's Day Marydon, I hope you are spoiled by your loved ones!
Very well put, Marydon. You don't have to birth children to be mothering or fathering.
ReplyDeleteMarydon! I love this beautiful nostalgic post! Wonderful family memories and photos! Happy Mothers Day to all the beautiful mothers and especially to you, dear friend!
ReplyDeleteBlessings for a beautiful day!
Coralie
Marydon,
ReplyDeleteBeautiful words! Enjoy your Mothers Day with those you love.
Kelley
Lovely post! thanks for entering my giveaway at By the Hill, good luck to you!
ReplyDeleteHello Marydon!
ReplyDeleteThank you for visiting my blog and leaving such a nice comment! I'm glad you found me and now I found you and have become your newest follower :-)
Your post gave me goosebumps as I am one of those childless "Moms" I've been blessed in so many other ways but have always had doggies to smother with motherly love HA!!
Thank you for sharing your sweetness and wishing you a Mothers Day filled with happy memories.
Lynn
What a lovely post Marydon. Wishing you a blessed Mother's Day.
ReplyDeleteHugs and Kisses,
Ana
Marydon, Thank You for sharing such beautiful family photos. Have a Happy Mothers Day. Many Blessings,
ReplyDeleteA beautiful posts, lovely words.
ReplyDeleteI love the photos, so sweet looking on the last photo.
Happy Mother's Day
Warm wishes
Isabelle x
Marydon: What a wonderful tribute to your Mother and your family. I was very touched. Blessings to you this Mother's Day. Martha
ReplyDeleteFabulous post, Marydon (as usual). I always love your posts. Hi there, Happy Mother's Day to you!!!! I had a wonderful day --spending it with my 'baby' --who is almost 39 now!!!!! Yipes!!!! ha
ReplyDeleteWe had a fabulous beach trip--but it's nice to be home. I'll post a blog in the morning.
Hugs,
Betsy
What a beautiful post!
ReplyDeleteAnd your sweet mama, absolutely gorgeous!
Thank you so much for your unbelievably kind comments on my last post, they truly did touch my heart.
Wishing you a very Happy Mother's Day!
Anne
I hope you had a great day!
ReplyDeletegail
What a lovely post my friend...hope your day was amazing. xoxox
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful family and what a sweet recognition to all of them.
ReplyDeleteJo
Hello, Marydon,
ReplyDeleteA loving and sweet tribute to your beautiful mother!! She raised a beautiful woman and that is you, Marydon. Hope your day was perfect in every way, dear friend. Vicki
You are right, there are many very special people that either chose not to or were unable to have children, that have very special places in children's lives. I had a great Aunt and Uncle that were that way.
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute picture of your kids!
Happy Mother's Day!
What a beautiful post and lovely pictures! Happy Mother's Day!
ReplyDeleteLive Creatively!
Patti