Tag Archives: John

Ferris Wheel

Driving home, I spotted a ferris wheel at a carnival.  It was beautiful against the backdrop of the night sky… bright flashing lights drew attention to the ride. My mind wandered to my last ferris wheel ride… with John… at … Continue reading

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Morning Conversation

So, kiddo and I are having a morning conversation.  We’re talking about the things we like about his school.  It’s my turn and I say that I enjoy having free time and getting to hang out with a friend of … Continue reading

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Prayers for George

Today, kiddo and I were having lunch at one of our favorite establishments, Miss Oxford Diner.  One of the waitresses loves kiddo and the two of them were having fun.  We were almost finished our lunch and kiddo was filled … Continue reading

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Pre-K saga

I had mentioned previously how I worried that my son was being “labeled” because of his father’s death.  Apparently, the public school isn’t that concerned because we found out that kiddo didn’t get in… well, rather probing questions determined that … Continue reading

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Moonlit profile

A full moon shines brightly over the summer sky, tonight.  As I walked towards the field, I glanced at the horse walking towards me, my heart stopped for a second… the image… the profile was that of my very beloved … Continue reading

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Rosie and the new supplement

Rosie is our 28 year old, well loved, Welsh pony mare.  She was a retired broodmare and has a gentle and peaceful personality and is filled with charm and grace that is rare among equines.  She is hard to keep … Continue reading

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11:09 7-23-12

Naturally, July is a tough month and the last several days have been a lot of reflecting and remembering. 11/9 was John’s B-day and I find myself catching the time frequently.  That and 9:11. At 11:09 PM on Monday, I … Continue reading

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Due date

July 14th, 2008 was my due date.  Kiddo was showing no signs of budging, so John and I did exactly everything we shouldn’t have done… we went to Annapolis… probably a good hour maybe more away from the hospital.  I … Continue reading

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Little treasures

I went to roll up John’s sleeping bag from our camping adventure… and found this little treasure…. Funny… one would have never thought that somebody’s handwriting of their last name could bring comfort and a smile to somebody else’s face.  … Continue reading

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Happy Birthday, Remington!

Our dear little Remington… ok, not so little.. Remi turned NINE, today!!! On May 16th, 2003, Squall delivered a healthy colt. My friend, Erin, helped with the delivery as she’d been a part of many more foalings than I had.  … Continue reading

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