Happy Heavenly Birthday Mom

What must a Heavenly birthday be like?
"Happy Birthday" from an Angelic choir
Balloons that look like big, fluffy clouds
Candle brilliance that beams down to inspire
Presents wrapped at the feet of God
All filled with love, at the base of His throne
It does my aching heart much good
To know you're not celebrating alone
Streamers, perhaps, made by lightning
Happy claps of thunderous applause
A joyous day behind the Pearly Gates
And Momma, you're the cause
How I wish you were here to spoil
Just one more chat, one more hug, one more game
The sun will always shine today
The day the Lord brought forth your name
Your legacy is thriving
Even though some days are covered in fret
I simply revert to three of your favorites:
This too shall pass!  NEXT!  and  You Bet!

Happy Heavenly Birthday Mom

Lighten the load

Some days,
stuff just comes tumbling out
of my tired little brain.
Other days,
I struggle to ensure
that my words are positive
and have an uplifting impact.
And in my struggles,
I usually find
that when the words do come
I am lifting myself up, too.
And so, today,
on one of those difficult days,
remember that we are all struggling;
there are entangled days for everyone;
we each see and feel the woes of the day
in our own unique way
as it pertains to our own unique life.
Don't be too quick to judge.
The weight on others may be quite a bit heavier
than your own load.
Instead, offer to share.
Lighten their load and ease the path for both of you.

National Superhero Day

Today is National Superhero Day!
Now, one of my favorite sayings is: "Not all Superheroes wear capes!"
Today is a grand day to bring that to light.
Bestest Superhero ever? Momma!
Through absolutely every bit of chaos in her life,
she unwaveringly stood firm in her love, her guidance and her ethics.
She taught me everything I know, cheered my passions,
set my boundaries, lifted me up, kept me grounded.
Hubby and Kids:
This man of mine sometimes makes me crazy,
but there is not one person I would rather be crazy with.
He listens (perhaps, selectively), leads, and laughs.
He pushes, persuades, and praises.
He is the single best decision I ever made.
Close seconds are my babies!!!
Fighters, dreamers, survivors, creators.
Passionate, compassionate, philanthropic, tenacious.
Courageous, daring, witty, bold and beautiful.
Brothers:
Six uniquely different souls each with unique gifts.
Some faux bros in there, too!
Blessed to be able to share life with them.
Amie, Ann, Athena, Carol, Dianna, Lenny, Nancy, Susie (alphabetically):
Each taking unwavering stands in my years to keep me sane.
Each beautifully unconditional in their love and support.
Each integrally vital to my health, sanity and optimism.
Shirelles, Hope, Lisa, and an army of others:
For keeping me on the straight and narrow.
For helping me maintain good mental and ethical health.
For countless hours of soothing talks and belly laughs.

You have more than earned your capes!
You may not be able to fly in the sky or leap tall buildings,
but you are immortal and amazing in my eyes!

Share It

If you have extra money,
share it.
If you have extra time,
share it.
If you have an extra smile,
share it.
If you have an extra hug,
share it.
If you have some good advice,
share it.
If you have a happy heart,
share it.
If you have extra positivity,
share it.
If you have plenty,
share it.
What you have is a blessing.
Take care of your own,
take care of your self,
and then ...
share it.

Kiss of Hope

Today is National Kiss of Hope Day!
I am ALWAYS up
for offering hope.
I adore smooches.
But this day, at this moment,
seems incredible appropriate.
To offer assistance,
from where you are,
to any soul less fortunate,
either with talent,
time,
or donations,
is the most blessed
Kiss of Hope
there is.
Have at it today, friends.

There is light

There is light.
Twinkles of kindness.
Sparkles of hope.
Flashes of brilliance.
Flames of resilience.
Kindling of faith.
Beacons of bravery.
Darkness is vanquished
when we shine,
each of us,
with our own unique glow.
There is light.

One

You are
one decision
away
from
a totally
different
life.
Choose wisely.