The Eclectic Company: Christmas and Babies

* "Don't tell me the sky's the limit when there are footprints on the moon!"

* "Those who throw dirt only lose ground."

* "I totally take back all those times I didn't want to nap when I was younger."

* "The road to success is always under construction."

* "I fish, therefore I lie."

* "Dear Algebra, stop asking us to find your X, she's not coming back and I know Y."

* "Teamwork means never having to take all the blame."

* "I barely survived yesterday and now it's already today!"

* "Do you call Santa's helpers subordinate clauses?"

* "So, how many days DID it take to build Rome?"

* "Cancel my subscription, I'm tired of your issues."

* "Today is the tomorrow we worried about yesterday."

* "Don't sweat petty things . . . or pet sweaty things"

* "Two wrongs are only the beginning"

* "Worrying works. 90% of the things I worry about never happen."

* "I finally got my head together, and now my body is falling apart."

* "When I'm finally holding all the cards, why does everyone decide to play chess?"

* "Legend: A lie that has the dignity of age."

* "A diamond is forever: The payments are longer."

* "When in doubt, mumble: When in trouble, delegate: When in charge, ponder."

* "I don't have an attitude; I have a personality you can't handle."

* "When I want your opinion, I'll give it to you!"

* "It is better to understand a little than to misunderstand a lot."

* "An eye for an eye leaves the world blind."

* "Sports do not build character, they reveal it!"

* "Dust is a protective coating for fine furniture"

* "I'm in shape - round IS a shape."

* "Money talks, but all mine says is "good-bye."

* "If a pig loses its voice, is it disgruntled?"

* "Love is blind but marriage is a real eye-opener!"

* "A dog has an owner. A cat has a staff"

* "I'd like to have more self-esteem, but I don't deserve it!"

* "Red meat is not bad for you. Fuzzy green meat is."

* "Nothing is fool proof to a talented fool."

* "Bacteria - the back door of a cafeteria."

* "Nostalgia isn't what it used to be."

* "Stressed spelled backwards is desserts."

* "As I said before, I never repeat myself."

* "Corduroy pillows: they're making headlines!"

* "Young at heart, slightly older in other places."

* "(I'm) proof that evolution can go in reverse"

* "My reality check bounced"

* "If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn?"

* "I hate people who steal my ideas before I think of them."

* "I was uncool before uncool was cool."

* "Middle age: When your age starts to show around your middle"

* "Do not disturb, I'm already disturbed."

* "If an open door is ajar, is an open jar adoor?"

* "March Madness takes its toll. Please have exact change."

* "Telepath Wanted: You know where to apply!"

* "The information went data way"

* "I'm bilingual - I speak English and SMACK!"

* "Mental floss prevents moral decay."

* "Why use a big word when a diminutive one will do?"

* "Why is abbreviation such a long word?"

* "I can see clearly now, the brain is gone."

* "Every morning is the dawn of a new error"

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Quotes of Note

You're born a male but you have to CHOOSE to be a man" - Herm Edwards

"I mourn the loss of thousands of precious lives, but I will not rejoice in the death of one, not even an enemy. Returning hate for hate multiplies hate, adding deeper darkness to a night already devoid of stars. Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: only love can do that" - Unknown

"They err who think Santa Clause comes down through the chimney; he really enters through the heart." - Mrs. Paul M. Ell

"Thankfully, our true roots are in heritage and not things. I just need to keep reminding myself that things are only reminders of heritage." - Keetha Broyles, June 21, 2010

"Tears lubricate the soul." - from "Finding Buck McHenry"

"Somehow you must come to understand that God is love, that love is the proof of God, and forgiveness is the proof of love." - The Priest in "Levi's Will" by W. Dale Cramer

"The truth about a man is in what he does, not what he says." - W. Dale Cramer in "Levi's Will"

"Fairy Tales are more than true; not because they tell us that dragons exist, but because they tell us that dragons can be beaten." - G. K. Chesterton

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Friday, November 30, 2012

Christmas and Babies

This is me with my first born baby, Keri.

Christmas and the birth of Mary's first born make me remember Keri's birth.

No, I did not wrap her in swaddling clothes and lay her in a manger, but she may or may not have spent a night or two in a cardboard box cradle.

Anyway, Mary the mother of Jesus experienced giving birth. She had to change diapers, or whatever the Biblical equivalent of those were. She nursed her baby. She potty trained him.

I did those things for Keri. Amazing to think of the parallels.

Now Keri has grown up, and much like Jesus she waited to begin her "ministry years" until she was about 30. Since then her spiritual life has matured and blossomed into something truly beautiful.

A few minutes ago I found a post of her Christmas Story ponderings over on her blog. It is worth the read, please go check it out and tell her I sent you.

I am so proud of this child of mine.

It's OK, I'm her mama, I'm allowed that kind of pride.
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15 comments:

Keri said...: This is the best Christmas present you could possibly give me, Mom! I love you.; November 30, 2012 at 6:16 PM
Kathy ... aka Nana said...: You certainly have reason to be proud. And I LOVE your comment on her post! Obviously the apple didn't fall far from the tree. ;-); November 30, 2012 at 7:08 PM
nancygrayce said...: I agree, you have every reason to be proud! What a wonderful thing! Mama and daughter!; November 30, 2012 at 10:42 PM
Sue McPeak said...: Ya'll look like SISTERS!!!! Lovely post...Yes, BE A PROUD Mama...shout her success to the world!!!

Thanks for stopping by CITexas Gal...I always enjoy your visit. It's been a crazy Fall here with starting a new job in October.

Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas!!!; December 1, 2012 at 6:06 AM
Tami said...: You both have the same bright smile. I love it!! I can see why you are a proud Mama!; December 1, 2012 at 7:09 AM
Sorta Southern Single Mom said...: What a sweet post with an even sweeter comment from the main character! :-); December 1, 2012 at 7:12 AM
Unknown said...: I am off to read your daughter's column. Bless you, mama. it's wonderful to read how deeply you love your girl.; December 1, 2012 at 7:27 AM
podso said...: What a sweet daughter you have and a good relationship with her is obvious. You are right about her maturity and depth. I hope you/your da. don't mind me copying this to read to my ladies' group Tuesday (young women mentor thingee) as they are dealing with this now and it would be just perfect for Christmas, God may have done this link, and you thought you did! It will be anon of course,. OK?

How's that game going?; December 1, 2012 at 2:37 PM
Linda @ A La Carte said...: Mama's are allowed to be very proud! I will go and read her blog post! hugs, Linda; December 1, 2012 at 5:41 PM
Cindy (Applestone Cottage) said...: She is beautiful and talented just like her Mommy!
And I bet she has a good sense of humor like her Mommy as well.
I will go check out her post...
Big Hugs,
Cindy
P.S. We got our real tree today, and I am so glad we did...its a beauty!; December 1, 2012 at 8:20 PM
Claudya Martinez said...: I love it when you share stories of your family. You guys are beautiful.; December 2, 2012 at 1:33 PM
Anita Johnson said...: So enjoyed your daughter's post...thanks for sending us that way! (o: You should be proud.; December 2, 2012 at 5:23 PM
Theresa said...: Sweet picture! I am going over to read her blog:) Have a blessed day, HUGS!; December 3, 2012 at 8:02 AM
Unknown said...: I love other people's 'Ponderings,' especially since I seem to have none of my own lately. Thank you so much for sharing your precious daughter with us!; December 3, 2012 at 8:27 AM
Vidya Sury said...: Gorgeous Mom, gorgeous daughter. I had tears when I read this. And you must indeed feel proud of Keri. God bless. Hugs! Heading over to Keri's now.; December 6, 2012 at 2:34 AM