Do you remember the feeling you had on December 31, 1999.  The world had been talking about it for months.  The new Millennium.  What was it that everyone was afraid of. . . Y2K?  Do you remember?  Apparently something with the computer/internet system was expected to go really wrong and apparently the world was going […]

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  • Trophy Life - March 30, 2011 - 12:48 pm

    crying with you, for you, alongside you – tears of sadness and pride. love you, friend.ReplyCancel

  • Sassytimes - March 30, 2011 - 1:16 pm

    I'm crying right along with you. You are an amazing person, Summer. Amazing. I'm so proud of you for not only surviving this tragedy, but doing so with (what seems) grace.

    And your mom can see how strong you are. I'm certain she's watching you from above and beaming with pride over the woman you've become.ReplyCancel

  • Ky • twopretzels.com - March 30, 2011 - 7:17 pm

    Oh.
    Oh.
    Oh.

    You did it.ReplyCancel

  • Ky • twopretzels.com - March 30, 2011 - 7:17 pm

    Love you.ReplyCancel

  • BookWorm Jackie - March 30, 2011 - 9:48 pm

    O Summer you were in my thoughts all day yesterday just as you have been this past year. I still remember where I was when Char texted me. I still remember coming to calling hours of the hugs and kisses of you and and your children. How CC loved the flowers:) I am so proud of you!!! You can do anything Summer!! You are not fragile and breakable but strong!! You have overcome and grown into an even more beautiful woman than you were. Thank you for your honesty. It just stinks that we all have to face things we don't want to. But we have GOD and our family and friends. God has walked beside you each step you took and will continue to do so. Love you Sweetie.ReplyCancel

  • Kim - March 30, 2011 - 10:50 pm

    🙂ReplyCancel

  • Stacy - April 1, 2011 - 1:03 am

    Summ,

    You are so strong. Your journey is impacting so many people. I love the vulnerability in your blog.

    PS~ The picture of you and Charlie made me tear up!ReplyCancel

 “You can shed tears that she is gone, or you can smile becasue she has lived. You can close your eyes and pray that she’ll come back, or you can open your eyes and see all she’s left. Your heart can be empty becasue you can’t see her, or you can be full of the […]

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  • Sassytimes - March 29, 2011 - 1:29 pm

    Big hugs, friend. I'll be thinking of you today.ReplyCancel

  • Ky • twopretzels.com - March 29, 2011 - 5:11 pm

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    Friend, much love. MUCH love.ReplyCancel

  • Trophy Life - March 29, 2011 - 5:17 pm

    love you lots.ReplyCancel

  • Jackie - March 29, 2011 - 7:43 pm

    You know that I have been praying for you all day and hope you can feel my love and hugs (which you could if you were living here:)) Beautiful poem that says it all. Remember the good things. Put the bad behind. Cherish her, she was your mother and loved you. She did the best she knew how. Sometimes we just can fix everything but have to give it GOD.

    Ate lunch with two adorable children and their gran at Chick Filet. CC saw me go thru drive through Char came out. Will let them tell you. What I needed today.:)
    Love youReplyCancel

I did it.  I really did it.  After months and months of procrastination, I finally put action to my words. . . and got the job done. In case you’re wondering. . . I’m talking about my cookbooks.  If you’re still not sure what I’m talking about, check this out.  Oh, let me tell you. […]

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  • Sassytimes - March 28, 2011 - 12:44 pm

    Great job organizing!

    Love the one sock thing…and how they both do it. AND how you captured it. It'll be interesting to hear their version of it later in life.

    …and Chanelle is SO my daughter. They are two peas in a pod. 😉ReplyCancel

  • Ky • twopretzels.com - March 28, 2011 - 3:08 pm

    AH! Congrats at the lightening of your load! That's fantastic.

    And the pic of Charlie drinking the bath water… Oh, Lila wishes she could do that so badly. However, I freak out each time she drinks hose/tub water. Ah, Mexico… 🙂

    Yay for our daughters being little mothers. Lila dressed her build a bear this weekend, too. Her shoes were on the stuffed animal. Loved it.ReplyCancel

  • Adopted Aunt - March 29, 2011 - 1:09 am

    You are a wonderful cook/baker from what I have sampled!!!:) So any time you need to try something just not chocolate right now:) LOL Proud of you!!!! Makes me more motivated to work in my bedroom closet that I have been trying to all winter:) Love the tub scenes. The sock thing is to cute!!! Usually their not on:) And what a good mommy she will be. You are blessed to have a dad that does all he does for you:) Love you sweetie. Praying for you too!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Prov 3:5&6ReplyCancel

  • Adopted Aunt - March 29, 2011 - 1:11 am

    Chad frustrated bc he can't figure something out????:):):):)ReplyCancel

At 5:45 this morning I followed my usual routine and made my way down the stairs to our basement.  I sat on the floor where I stretched my muscles and tied my shoes before climbing on my faithful treadmill. As I pushed the “Start” button of the treadmill, I simultaneously pressed the “Power” button on […]

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  • Sassytimes - March 25, 2011 - 12:52 pm

    I love this line…

    "Sometimes, if we allow it, stuff makes us better."

    So very true. And the allowing it part is the tough one, because during that time, you can't see how the 'stuff' is going to make you a better person.ReplyCancel

  • Trophy Life - March 25, 2011 - 5:08 pm

    1). the news is super depressing.
    2). 5.5 miles is awesome and although i like your new self and old self equally, i'm glad you are gaining perspective through it all
    3). your boy is a real treasure. his soul is very kind and gentle, which is apparent to all who meet him.
    4). that book sounds incredible. remind me of the title when my unborn kids are little
    5). i am thinking of you as you climb this anniversary hurdle. thinking of you lots and lots my friend
    6). which song? you didn't mention the title. i don't like her song on the radio right now, but perhaps you have a good recommendation from Ms. Gaga (i have her old CD not the new one)
    7). HAPPY FRIDAY TO YOU, too!!ReplyCancel

  • Adopted Aunt - March 25, 2011 - 5:20 pm

    If I ran 5.5 I would be dead:) Proud of you!!!! The news is depressing that is why we need to look at the good things in life: God loves us no matter what. Our family and friends, spending time with them. The beautiful world God made. The smiles of our children. Their accomplishments. I am sure you are looking at March 29 and thinking about that day. Just talked to my friend who lost her mom one year ago Easter am 4/4/10. And how she feels about that. I love that book and would cry even now reading to my 19 and 21 year old. Your children are amazing!!!! smart little critters but also know how to be social, be friends, care about others. I am going to take Karating lessons though:)!!!! Have a great weekend Summer. I can never wait to read what you wrote:)ReplyCancel

  • Summer - March 25, 2011 - 5:53 pm

    @TL. . . it's born this way. Super awesome message.ReplyCancel

  • Kim - March 25, 2011 - 8:23 pm

    Excellent…..I am smiling. Must be the hormones!ReplyCancel

  • Ky • twopretzels.com - March 25, 2011 - 9:47 pm

    Great post.

    And congrats on the 5.5 miles!

    And I love that Charlie's preschool parent/teacher conference went well. "Peaceful influence"??? So sweet.

    Hugs to you. Have a GREAT weekend.ReplyCancel

  • lisa - March 28, 2011 - 2:31 pm

    Love this post!!

    This book is my boys absolute favorite- they still make me sing the song to them- and they're 11!! 🙂

    Love your pics…ReplyCancel

‘Normal day, let me be aware of the treasure you are.  Let me learn from you, love you, bless you before you depart.  Let me not pass you by in quest of some rare and perfect tomorrow.  Let me hold you while I may, for it may not always be so.  One day I shall […]

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  • Stacey - March 24, 2011 - 12:54 pm

    Great stuff today Summer! Love the quote, had to print it so I could re-read it often!ReplyCancel

  • Sassytimes - March 24, 2011 - 1:24 pm

    Ah, I LOVE this! I so wish we were neighbors and could enjoy each day given to us together. Children are our gift. They allow us to find the joy in all the tiny, normal things. I wish more people could see that. And I'm glad I found someone like you in blogland to make me feel less 'nerdish'; because no one else I know enjoys all the simple things that each day brings.ReplyCancel

  • Kim - March 24, 2011 - 9:28 pm

    Yep….moisture in the eye zone!ReplyCancel

  • BookWorm Jackie - March 24, 2011 - 9:51 pm

    If you are nerdy by enjoying the simple things then I guess I am right there with you!!! Isn't awesome how God shows us through the eyes and mouths of children what life should really be like!!!!Who cares if this or that doesn't get done. There are more important things in life. I love reading your words. You are one special woman!!!! Hope you get that hug I told the princess to give you. And boy did I learn Karate today:) They help to make even my not feeling good days so much better!!!!!!!!!!!! Love them!!ReplyCancel

  • Hummel Family - March 26, 2011 - 2:06 pm

    I found your blog today. This post is SO BEAUTIFUL! Thank you for sharing this with all of us. I know I needed to be reminded of the simple things in life and the pleasures that they bring. I just need to slow down!!

    Btw, I know your Father-n-law. He is one amazing guy!

    Blessings,
    JoEllen HummelReplyCancel

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