Now that I expressed what has been weighing on me this last year, let me share a positive :) It took 35 years but I finally did it!!! I have a wonderful group of women friends. So wonderful I thank God everyday for them. I learn so much from each one of them.
Heather has taught me to just be me. Whether I laugh, cry, or get mad, I just need to express me. If one loves me they will except all of me. Thank you Heather. Your unconditional love has made me a better woman, wife, and mother.
MaryAnn, you have taught me strength and perserverence. Looking at you is like looking at the Statue of Liberty. You stand so tall and proud and I look at you with awe. You are amazing! Thanks for making women look good ;)
Donna, you have taught me about independence and motivation. You exemplify the human spirit of always moving forward. Your glass is always half full. I am proud to know you.
Those are my "Sex and the City" friends that I meet up with once a month come rain or shine, sleet or snow, impossible kids or grumpy husbands.
Beyond that, I have Carol who is truly like a mother to me and I love her as such. Jayne is my outspoken one who growls like a bear, but also loves and protects like a mother bear too. Elaine is the friend who is always there no matter the time, day or night. She is my rock. And recently I have come to know Amy and hopefully Terri. Two strong and courageous women.
Online I have a few friends these days. They are all my breath of fresh air! Sarah, Mona, Heidi, Alisha, and so on. Sarah and Alisha I have known since grade school. The three of us used to fight with each other and of course knew all the "cool" patty cake type songs on the planet. Those two have grown into much admired beautiful women and mothers. Kudos ladies to all your achievements!
Thank you to all these ladies and then some for being the bright spots in 2007. I love you all and may this new year bring you all the joy, health, and love that you deserve.
oxoxo,
Rein
2 comments:
I am very glad that you started a blog! I think that you have so much to share, especially your parenting experiences, that I will learn much from your stories. Now, I will finally be able to leave messages for you, as I feel bad that I haven't been able to reciprocate to so much of your wonderful comments on my own website. Happy 2008!!!
Thank you Sarah. Your own blog inspired me to do my own. I enjoy reading yours every chance that I get. You see life in such a beautiful way.
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