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