Tuesday, December 28, 2010

Just Happy

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The desert air was crisp and cold on my morning walk, reminding me of the early years with the Brawny Man and skiing.   As I breathed in, the memories were so vivid, I could almost feel my braids blowing in the wind.  Flashback to 1980, Purgatory, Colorado.  Upon arriving home, I immediately pulled a scrapbook off the bookshelf and began turning the pages until I found our first ski trip.  I like the fact that I wrote this quote on the page:

“How kind you were to open the Gates of Heaven and give me that little glimpse of heaven.”  (from an 18th century letter)

scan0003I am in love with God, life, blue skies, new generations, and my current station in life. 

And my Brawny Man.

May you be blessed with Great Love today.

19 comments:

Linda@ Lime in the Coconut said...

Looky you...you *were* a brunette!

Loverly post, girl!

Lost Aussie said...

So glad you are happy - the world needs plenty of that!
Very cute pics of you and Mr Brawny Man!

Unknown said...

you radiate...
your love and joy and gratitude does.



and I have a Nikon D40SRL. And it absolutely makes a ginormous difference. ( as does a little Picnik :))

Anne Huskey-Lockard said...

Damn Deb! You both still look good!!! Is it something in the air out there......or is it just pure LOVE? ;-)

XXOO~~♥
Anne

audrey said...

Ohhhhh.....SO CUTE!!!! I love the braids. You both look just as happy and in love in the "now" pictures that you post.
You are truly blessed, Deb, to be so full of love and joy.
♥ audrey

Flowermouse Design ❀ Lone said...

Debbie, thank you!!!! Gosh, you are so sporty and beautiful no matter what year! Your happiness made me think of all the light and love in my life. Happy new year!!! Love and hugs!!! Lone

Silke Powers said...

Oh, you make me happy whenever I visit here and today is no exception. What a beauty you are now and were back then with your braids. You two are wonderful!! Love, Silke

Anonymous said...

I love you Deborah, and bless you.
Lieve groeten
Godeliva van Ariadone

Georgina said...

I love it, Deb!!! Wow, in 1980, I was 28 years old and a young mother of two...it seems like yesterday!! My two became 3 and they are now, 34, 32 and 25, plus, 4 grandsons from the 32 year old...10,8,6, and 18 months!!!

Through them, you will live on, just as those who have gone before us, live on. Our conversation on Christmas Eve turned to memories about my Pop...we laughed till we cried!! Sweetly, sadly happy!!

Have a wonderful New Years and looking forward to a exceptional 2011!!

xxoo,
Georgina

Unknown said...

Hi sweet Deborah!!!!!! You always make me smile .....these photos are wonderful and being grateful for your life is the greatest gift for God....bless you and yours always!!!!!!

Happy New Year!!!!!!!

illustration poetry said...

you are funny just like grandewitch :D
hahahha, your comment made me laugh!!!

wishing you a HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

♥ ♥ ♥

illustration poetry said...

i LOVE your pics now and then!

B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L

http://afancifultwist.typepad.com said...

LOOOOOk at you two!! I LOVE it!!

~Babs said...

Pssst,,,,(tugging your braid)
HAPPY NEW YEAR!

(great photos)

Tristan Robin said...

What marvelous photos!

Hope your coming year is enchanted!

Manon said...

Hey, Deb. So sorry I've been away. I just woke up from a long Winter's nap! Happy New Year to you and your family.
Omg....these pics are terrific!! You and Mr Brawny are gorgeous!!
xoxo

Deirdra Doan said...

You are so cute..thanks for posting..!! Enjoying your last posts.

Deirdra Doan said...

You are so cute..thanks for posting..!! Enjoying your last posts.
I join my prayers with you for your kids...

Bella Sinclair said...

HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY NEW YEAR! Awwwwww, I loved catching up with you. Seeing all that love and joy makes me smile ear to ear. This is going to be another big year for you, and a WONDERFUL one.

May God keep your son safe, always.

XOXOXO