december 7, 2021
“When life is sweet, say thank you and celebrate. When life is bitter, say thank you and grow.” ~ Shauna Niequist My boy AJ was hamming it up at Thanksgiving. He cracks me up.
november 25, 2021
“Despite the challenges of polarities- politically, despite pandemic-despite the personal problems we encounter-It is indeed a gift to behold the sky, to taste delicious foods, to ponder our own miraculous bodies -to feel the winds in our faces and most … Continued
april 4, 2021
“You get what you focus on, so focus on what you want.” ~ Unknown Family – finally! Thank you to all the scientists, doctors, and nurses who helped get us through the last year and develop a vaccine that gives … Continued
may 8, 2020
“A problem is a chance for you to do your best.” ~ Duke Ellington Awwwwwww mom and dad were so proud of AJ.
may 7, 2020
“We can sabotage our days by imagining tomorrow will be better; or we can seize our moments by forgiving ourselves when we struggle and doing the best we can right now.” ~ Lori Deschene There might be a generation between … Continued
may 6, 2020
“Eventually, we all face the same fate – old age (if we’re lucky!), sickness and death. No one gets a pass. Ordinarily these are truths that we like to keep tucked away in our subconscious. But the global pandemic is … Continued
november 16, 2019
“Start by doing what’s necessary; then do what’s possible; and suddenly you’re doing the impossible.” ~ St Francis of Assisi The Eagles have landed! There aren’t words sufficient to describe this family. They pulled together and got the parents moved … Continued
november 23, 2018
“Anyone who keeps the ability to see beauty never grows old.” ~ Franz Kafka Despite the way it looks, AJ really does love his aunt Jessica. He tries really hard to not be a hugger; to avoid affection, … Continued
october 23, 2018
“Quit letting other people decide who you are.” ~ Bob Goff AJ Watkins has been an expressive boy from the very beginning. The day he regaled us with Elvis songs dressed as The King himself is one of … Continued
july 2, 2018
“Everything comes to you at the right time. Be patient.” ~ Unknown Tony and Charlene are having a large yard sale tomorrow in West Liberty. At the last minute, not wanting to miss out on the upcoming holiday … Continued