Day Three

Mother's Day is rapidly approaching.  How does a person let a mother know how much she is loved?  Presents seem to be the first thought.  Then there's the veritable Hallmark Card that says it all.  Or there's a phone call or a visit.  What is it that would matter most to a mother?

I remember when I was a child, we would get together with my mother's side of the family and spend a few hours having dinner, playing with the cousins, and relating life experiences with each other.  I don't actually remember anything I gave my mom, or anything the adults gave my grandmother.  Truly, the thing that has stayed with me is the relationships we built as cousins.  Of course, I was not a mother at the time.

Now that I am a mother, I find that I cherish the well thought out notes/letters/cards that my children have given me.  One in particular that my son made in second grade shocked me.  It listed the likes/dislikes, hobbies, personality traits, etc. that the children thought their mothers possessed.  When I read it, I saw that he had picked up on things that I had never voiced out loud.  He understood me much more than I could have ever dreamed.  I couldn't say the same thing for me understanding my own mother in such a way.

So I guess the written word maybe says it all to a mom--or does it?  All mothers are different.  Maybe one sees that the thought was in the gift that was given.  Perhaps another would much rather talk over the phone for awhile to feel special.  Many would enjoy the company of brothers or sisters, cousins and relatives.  In the end, all that can be done by the giver is a heartfelt show of love.  Whether it be done on the telephone, in person, with a gift, or words on paper, all love is a welcome gift.

Day Two

So day two has arrived and I am working at finding something to review or talk about.

For all of you cat lovers out there, I've decided to insert a picture of our family cat, Candy, when she was a kitten. We got her from the Humane Society almost a year ago and have loved having her.

For all who love cats but haven't gotten one because of allergies, I have a tip. Two of my children are very allergic (itchy eyes, etc.) whenever they pet neighborhood cats that are running around outdoors, but they are fine around our cat. She isn't long-haired, and we NEVER let her outside. Those two things seem to be the key to avoiding problems.

Day One

Today is the first attempt at my new blog.

I will mostly review books I have read and movies I have seen.

This blog will also deal with crocheting, knitting, the fine arts, recipes, and even cats.

So, have you figured out what my interests are?

Writing can be included in those interests, and perhaps one day you will see my name printed on

the cover of a novel. Until then, enjoy this blog for what it is meant to be....fun tips and comments on various subjects that fascinate me.

Off we go!