Treebywater Posted July 20, 2007 Share Posted July 20, 2007 As I said, today is the 2 year day. I am not lying when I tell you I have had a GOOD day. Abbie is dressed in Mom's favorite outfit from when Carolyn and I were with her--a red and white striped outfit with ladybug shoes. I worked VBS at church. Poor kids. I should know better than to subject small children to my grumpiness on a day like today... but they didn't seem to notice. After we left the church we picked up some yellow roses (my Mom flower), and some sunflowers.... I picked up a friend here who gets it because I knew I would need extra hands. Then, the two of us and the girls picked up some milkshakes at McD's (they looked at me like I was crazy when I ordered 15 of them. hehe), and went to a local cancer center where we passed out the milkshakes and flowers to folks getting infusions. That was SO MUCH fun. I had to make an extra trip to the car, but my friend Jamie told me of several folks who I guess just went to town on the milkshakes. Then we had lunch at my favorite greasy spoon, had dessert at a french bakery, and just all in all hung out. I have just smiled all day. I looked forward to what I had planned and had so much fun carrying it all out. I know Mom wants me to CELEBRATE her. So that is what I'm trying to do. And I hope it pleases her that she can still make a small difference this way. Anyway... I wanted to share. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raneyf Posted July 20, 2007 Share Posted July 20, 2007 I think that is really nice and a good tribute to your mom. It would have made me happy if I had been at the infusion center, so I'd say it was a great day. I think you gave at least 15 people a smile and made a difference in their lives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fillise Posted July 20, 2007 Share Posted July 20, 2007 What a great tribute to your mom! And those girls are adorable!! Thinking about you today especially, Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkelley Posted July 20, 2007 Share Posted July 20, 2007 You have the best ideas!!! I needed that on a day like today! What a wonderful tribute to your mom. The girls look so cute in their matching oufits Tammy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sis Posted July 20, 2007 Share Posted July 20, 2007 Now that's what I call the makings for a great day. What a wonderful way to remember your Mom. I have a feeling many of us might just borrow your idea. Thanks for sharing your day. Ellie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted July 20, 2007 Share Posted July 20, 2007 Oh Val, Could it really be two years? How? What a wonderful way you spent your day. I love what you did for the folks at the cancer center. It means so much to have someone come through and spread a little cheer, yes it does. God Bless you Val and Oh yeah, I love the new pic of your precious kids. They are beautiful. God Bless, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ztweb Posted July 20, 2007 Share Posted July 20, 2007 You are the greatest! What a great idea, with the milkshakes. I thank that is an amazing tribute to mom. Bless you today and always! Jen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea Posted July 20, 2007 Share Posted July 20, 2007 You made your mom proud Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missyk Posted July 20, 2007 Share Posted July 20, 2007 You amaze and inspire me...thank you {{{Val}}} Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamataca Posted July 20, 2007 Share Posted July 20, 2007 Wow. I'm inspired, too. As my 10-year old son would say, "You rock!" Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flwrjunke Posted July 20, 2007 Share Posted July 20, 2007 Val, That was a great way to spend the day! I may borrow your idea in 2 months. Glad it was a good day for you! Patty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted July 20, 2007 Share Posted July 20, 2007 Bless your heart Val... what you did was wonderful. You made such a positive out of a negative day. You mom is so proud of you and she had the biggest smile for all you did. Take care sweetie, Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littlegirl Posted July 20, 2007 Share Posted July 20, 2007 Way to go Val! I'm sure your mom is so proud! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted July 20, 2007 Share Posted July 20, 2007 I'm sure your mom is STILL PROUD of you! I have a feeling she always has been and will continue to be proud of you. I would be if you were my daughter. ((((VAL))))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted July 20, 2007 Share Posted July 20, 2007 Val...you're the greatest thing since "sliced bread!" I know your Mom is beaming with pride and telling all the other angels about her sweet angel of a daughter!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna D Posted July 20, 2007 Share Posted July 20, 2007 Val, You are awesome...Your Mom is smiling on you! Bless those sweet little girls of yours! Donna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MomsGirl Posted July 24, 2007 Share Posted July 24, 2007 Wow. WOW, Val. You have inspired me. Church, children, flowers and milkshakes - all things I would associate with my mom, and happiness. I thought I would cry reading your post, and instead I smiled. You really made me think about what would make my MOM happy on this upcoming one-year date I have been dreading. Wish I could promise to myself that I will do any or all of the above, but it may be too fresh still?...but at least it's got me thinking in a different direction... I am so glad you got through this day the way that you did. Your mom is proud and she is shining down on you. Big, big hugs to you and your girls... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamasbabygirl Posted July 24, 2007 Share Posted July 24, 2007 Val, I am so glad to see that you are taking steps to celebrate your mom and her spirit. I send my love and prayers always! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jendew Posted July 25, 2007 Share Posted July 25, 2007 What a wonderful idea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mskim Posted July 29, 2007 Share Posted July 29, 2007 (((((((((((((Val)))))))))))))) I hope I can do the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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