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My two favorite babies

Posted on Jun 6th, 2009 by ayla : Illuminated Skye ayla

"Uncle" Jesse, my youngest, always & forever my "baby" and my first grandchild, Jimmy.  Jimmy will be losing his baby of the family status in December as he has a little brother or sister cooking... More »

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Gods Of Kansas

Posted on Jan 18th, 2009 by ayla : Illuminated Skye ayla

My mind has been so preoccupied for the last few days with thoughts of my step-son, Chris.  I was married to his father (Jim) for sixteen years and he spent time with us every summer... More »

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What do you have the hardest time accepting?

Posted on Jan 17th, 2009 by ayla : Illuminated Skye ayla

Cruelty, abuse, neglect of children.  How do I address it?  I stop it whenever possible, I step in and speak out, not worrying about being well liked or popular.  And I weep.

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What lifts your spirits?

Posted on Dec 28th, 2008 by ayla : Illuminated Skye ayla

The obvious things lift my spirits - family.  When Brad comes home, when I am blessed enough to see my son's faces, Jimmy's laugh.  After that - my biggest thrill!? - this is so dumb... More »

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What is the most difficult thing about love?

Posted on Dec 12th, 2008 by ayla : Illuminated Skye ayla

I don't think there is anything difficult about love, although a persons reaction to love can be problematic.  Reactions/feelings to avoid whenever possible:  anxious, covetous, demanding, doubting, grasping, guarded, intolerant, possessory, monopolizing. Which do you... More »

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What would you miss most about your home?

Posted on Dec 7th, 2008 by ayla : Illuminated Skye ayla

My first husband was adverse to owning a home so I raised my three boys in rentals.  Never knowing when your lease might fail to be renewed felt like living on the edge.  I don't... More »

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Pictures of Jimmy

Posted on Sep 16th, 2008 by ayla : Illuminated Skye ayla

Thought I'd share some pictures of my grandson.  It's a good thing, being a Grandma!  Happy Face Bath Time (he cries like crazy when his Mommy takes him out!) Taking a nap in Aunt Mandi's... More »

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What do you love that others don't necessarily understand?

Posted on Sep 16th, 2008 by ayla : Illuminated Skye ayla

Peanut Butter & Pickle Sandwiches & why I have five dogs.  I don't even necessarily understand why I have five dogs!

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What do you think about when you're feeling down?

Posted on Aug 20th, 2008 by ayla : Illuminated Skye ayla

I talk, I laugh, I cry, I write, I read, I hug my Pooh, I pet my dog(s), I ask my husband for a cuddle, I go sit in my hammock chair under a tree. ... More »

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Giving Thanks

Posted on Aug 9th, 2008 by ayla : Illuminated Skye ayla

Friends, Darlings, Angels ~ My biggest response is "WOW".  Next is I love each of you with all of my heart and soul.  Next is "WOW". I want to give you all the update so... More »

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