1. It was 3 years ago on Jan. 3rd that I lost my beloved husband of 60 years. I miss him terribly. He was pretty special! I am learning to live without him but it's hard.
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2. I got great-grandson #4 on Dec. 23rd. Sweet little Tobin Culley. What a blessing to us all. A new life, a new joy.
3. I met yesterday with the editor of my book. She's halfway finished with the editing phase. I am so psyched as she had some very nice things to say about my efforts. Now to just come up with a title. That's the hard part.
4. It's so cold this morning. Guess Winter is REALLY here at last. The bird feeder that I can see out my kitchen window has a lot of activity. Poor little birds are hungry today. If you look closely you can spy a female cardinal sitting inside the bushes awaiting her turn.
5. And, I end (as always) with a random thought from my past. When Elbert retired I gave him a little fishing boat. Here we are about to set out on the lake near our home in Alabama, ready to catch some fish.
Visiting from R5F. Yes, it is chilly down here in the South, isn't it? It was 25*F this morning in DFW. I hope you still take the fishing boat out on your own now, sometimes. I find fishing to be very relaxing and somewhat theraputic, at least mentally.
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sending you hugs and prayers on this difficult day...what a great photo of him, and the one of both of you with his retirement gift....
ReplyDeleteit is cold here too...hope you can stay inside where it's warm!!
All I can say is (baby) you have come a long way.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful testimony to life. So happy for you with new book and way of life. Even your new blog looks is great.
First of all, I like your new blog look! Congrats on your new book, that is very exciting! I've always toyed with the idea of writing, but have decided that I'm just not that wordy. Although, sometimes my comments would prove me wrong. Haha! Wonderful photo of your beloved and hugs to you on this day which must still be a difficult one as you think of him.
ReplyDeleteOh I am sorry about your husband and would like to hug you if you do not mind{hug} A Grandchld is such a wonderful blessing.
ReplyDeleteI love the photo of you and your husband with the boat it is a great comforting memory I am sure.
COLD COLD here too. Take care. B
I am sorry about your husband ...it is quite cold here today as well, and congratulations on the book! How exciting!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your great grandbabykin! His birthday is also my youngest daughter's birth day! Congrats on your new book and I like the shot of your and your man...and am sorry for your loss.
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These anniversaries are never easy-congratulations on your about to be published book, I understand finding 'just the right title' isn't as easy as it sounds, good luck with that-I like your new format, very chic.
ReplyDeleteYour husband was a handsome man, and I'm glad you have so many good memories of him. Blessings to you on this day of remembrance of him.
ReplyDeleteAnd so excited for you on your book!
That must have been bliss to be together fishing...it looks like it would be. If only we could leave this world together....but God's will be done. hugs...Maggie Ann
ReplyDeleteNeat picture. I'm sorry about your husband.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the new grandchild! And the book in progress!
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ReplyDeleteCongrats on the book - that is so fun. can't wait to hear more about it all going on.
Congrats on the book!
ReplyDeleteVery nice post, Latane. I'm eager to read your book!
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet, loving post. I bet it is difficult to lose your beloved husband after so many happy years together...but, the GOOD memories last a lifetime!!!
ReplyDeleteYour bird feeder...yes, I do see the cardinal. They're one of my favorite birds!!
I understand how difficult the day was, but you sound like you are doing beautifully ... so much joy around you with new life. Loved the photos you shared of your beloved hubby and yourself. Exciting news about your book. Sweet post. Stay warm and Happy New Year.
ReplyDeleteHi, Latane, I'm sure yesterday was difficult for you.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the book! That's exciting; is it an autobiography? My mom's oldest sister typed out hers many years ago and gave copies to her siblings. I now have my mom's copy.
Stay warm!
Lante,
ReplyDeleteHugs to you on the anniversary of your husband's passing. Congrats on the new baby in your family.
Good Luck as you move forward with your book. I am sure it is exciting and exhausting at the same time.
it must be a sad day for you...you were so very fortunate to have had such a long life with your love. And a new grandson!! how exciting. And a book!! So much to look forward to.
ReplyDeleteOh, you Certainly DO have a lot to share. Thank you - your Joys and Memories Bless us all (most especially me . . )
ReplyDeleteyep . . winter is here . . hold on tight . . Spring is on the way - I'm sure of it.
Losing loved ones is never easy and 60 years, wow that was a long, happy marriage. Today marks the 16th Anniv. of my dad's passing. Hard to believe he's been gone that long.
ReplyDeleteWay to go on the new book & congrats on that new great-grandson.
I am sure he enjoyed that fishing boat a lot. I find Titles easier than the story sometimes.
ReplyDeleteYour Elbert was a handsome fella. 60 years--that's quite a milestone.
ReplyDeleteIs the snow in your header from the recent storm?
The cardinal's colorful beak gives her away. It has been busy around the feeders the last couple of days.
Such a wonderful Random 5 Mom...hard to hit that anniversary I know! I miss Dad a lot. Love you so much!
ReplyDeleteBless your heart Latane -- holidays are a difficult time to deal with memories of those we have lost. xo
ReplyDeleteA new baby is the greatest gift for this season! Congrats on both, your book and your number 4 grandson!
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