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We have been gone for a bit but I will be here this week, so I will be around to visit you!
Recently we were leaving to be with family for a grand daughters baptism. As we left we
took our little dogs and loaded them up in the car to go with us. I have never seen our big
Golden, Cougar look so sad! His big sad eyes really broke my heart and I said to my husband;
"I wish we had a bigger vehicle so we could take Cougar too!" Then I got thinking...we do have
a very big trunk and it opens up into the car! So we made him a cushy bed in the trunk and
opened the opening up into the car...and just look at his happy face!
Recently we were leaving to be with family for a grand daughters baptism. As we left we
took our little dogs and loaded them up in the car to go with us. I have never seen our big
Golden, Cougar look so sad! His big sad eyes really broke my heart and I said to my husband;
"I wish we had a bigger vehicle so we could take Cougar too!" Then I got thinking...we do have
a very big trunk and it opens up into the car! So we made him a cushy bed in the trunk and
opened the opening up into the car...and just look at his happy face!
Our grand daughter Natalie sat by him and he snuggled up to her, he gotlots of petting and he was so happy. He would stick his head and paws through
and sleep on the arm rest and then sometimes he would go into the back and sleep.
He wasn't any trouble at all, we made lots of stops and took walks. He was just so
happy to be with us, and it was so fun to have him along with us!
My husband, and me with my arms full of 2 of our grands...Sophia and Brody.
This is the 8 year old getting baptized...Megan.She has real long blond hair and big blue eyes, most
of the time she has bangs too but today we could see
every bit of her beauty and those blue eyes. She was SO
happy, her parents had bought her a gorgeous white dress and the
cutest shoes, she felt like a princess! I love that "one big tooth" grin!
Megan's familyBritton, Megan, our son Darin and his wife Laura.
We all went to Darin and Laura's for dinner after.I think Sophia loved having "snow balls"...she was
pretty amazed by them!
~Nothing makes me happier than being with family~I envision myself always surrounded by family for all my life
and for all eternity...that is what it's all about.
Brody loves eating olives just the way I do...one on every finger!
"Some"... of our family there to support Megan and her parents.We will all be gathering at our home for Thanksgiving this year
and I am so excited!
After dinner, Megan brought out her guitar and played and sangus some songs, I thought she was so brave and so sweet. She loves
to go duck hunting with her dad and she has a tiny little frog in her
room that she caught, and is feeding.
Our daughter Jennifer and her two kids, Gavin and Hannah.
This month, I have been thinking about, and am so grateful for the many miracles that fill
up my life. A year and a half ago, I nearly lost my life...(I had a hysterectomy and 2 weeks late hemorrhaged. Had to be life flighted after bleeding for 5 hours) I am SO very thankful
that I didn't die. I want to live as long as I can, always having my family to fill up my
life, always serving my fellow man and my God who gives me everything....
everything! I cannot think of one thing I have that is not a blessing from Him.
I believe that as we read the scriptures and say our prayers, talking to Him about
everything, miracles will happen for us. We are SO LOVED by Him, and all He asks from
us it to love others...not too hard I think.
"SENDING ALL MY LOVE TO YOU"
up my life. A year and a half ago, I nearly lost my life...(I had a hysterectomy and 2 weeks late hemorrhaged. Had to be life flighted after bleeding for 5 hours) I am SO very thankful
that I didn't die. I want to live as long as I can, always having my family to fill up my
life, always serving my fellow man and my God who gives me everything....
everything! I cannot think of one thing I have that is not a blessing from Him.
I believe that as we read the scriptures and say our prayers, talking to Him about
everything, miracles will happen for us. We are SO LOVED by Him, and all He asks from
us it to love others...not too hard I think.
"SENDING ALL MY LOVE TO YOU"
49 comments:
WHAT?? You nearly lost your life Julie?? Oh I'm so glad you are here with all of us and your dear family.
Your truck looks like our truck. I'm so so glad Cougar go to go with all of you to Megan's baptism.
Your birthday is March 1st I see... mine is the 19th ; )
LOVE seeing all these smiles, even more on your fur babies today.
Love You
Love Me
xoxoxoxo
A beautiful post! I have to laugh at your grandson with the olives on his finger! Our nephew use to do the same thing. Your granddaughter is so pretty with her white dress. Glad you had a nice time!
Not just a beautiful, precious family but sweet dogs too! Cougar is the cutest thing! :)
Julie, I am so glad that whatever happened to you, you overcame it and are still here for your family and friends and blogging sisters!!! The photo of Cougar looking into the back seat is so precious. Good for you to have that great idea! xo
aw, look at how happy Cougar looks. How cute and what a great idea.
Yes.. Heaven will be wonderful; with all those that we love.
Hope there's a little fishing, and a few picnic spots too :)
How blessed you are to have a wonderful family and a sweet grand-daughter.
Baptism is a great step in 'choosing the right.'
May you have a beautiful week, and happy preparations for that big Thanksgiving celebration that you are planning.
Wow, I didn't know that happened to you. So sorry, so glad you are okay.
y
Nice post thanks for sharing...God bless you
I don't remember that happening to you, Julie- Maybe I wasn't a follower back then...but it sounds like God had a further plan for your life and wasn't ready to take you home just yet. It's scary stuff though, isn't it?
I am glad that you were able to get together for the baptism and what fun you will have at Thanksgiving! xo Diana
What a sweet post about thankfulness. I remember when you went through that scare, and I'm glad you recovered so well :)
Blessings,
Marcia
Beautiful pictures of such beautiful grandchildren. Megan is beautiful and looks so precious in that dress.
I remember reading about your experiences two years ago. I can't believe time has flown by like that.
You are truly blessed and such an angel to so many.
I'm so glad Cougar could come along. There is nothing dogs want more than to be with you. Leave it to the 'mom' to find a way...hee! hee!
Cutest picture with the olives. You have such a lovely family. Hugs, Deb=^..^=x4
Hi Julie!
I'm so glad that you are alright, and that you are with us! Isn't it funny that you can never even meet someone face to face, but still feel that kinship - thank goodness you were watched over and are still with us!
I love that you brought Cougar - he is adorable!
The baptism pictures are precious! Life is so good, and we truly have so much to be thankful for . . . eternal families are definitely at the top of that list!
Good to have you back!
Hugs,
Barb
Oh YES, your life is overflowing with His blessings...and to live with your cup half FULL as opposed to half EMPTY is a witness all its own...When we are have a difficult day, we need only to count up all the blessing we have been gifted with.
I LOVE your "rumble seat" idea!!
Hugs Rosie
Julie, love and a joy for living just radiates from you and fills your blog. Always such a positive place.
I'm so glad that you found a way to take Cougar along with you. He looks so happy.
I remember that very clearly Julie. Shortly after, I became very ill and had emergency gallbladder removal. Life is full of twists and turns.
I loved seeing all your beautiful family pics, always love seeing that little Sophie!
And you have such a big heart! I love how you took Cougar along, now that is so cute!
Hugs friend,
Cindy
Hahahaha, love how you brought your golden with you!!! That was great! I can imagine the face on people when they saw you open your trunk and pull him out when you stopped! He looked very happy with the situation- anything to come along for the ride!
You have a lovely family and it´s easy to see how much love there is between all of you :-)
All the best from Norway :-)
Julie, I am thankful that you are still here with us, too. Mercy me. We are surrounded by miracles every day... The quote is perfect.
You look just radiantly beautiful holding those grands!! Love shines! blessings ~ tanna
What joy! Family is where it is at, for sure! And, count me in with all 10 fingers dotted with olives. Ha! xo
I am happy you got to take Cougar with you. His feelings were probably so hurt when he didn't think he was going to go. I wonder how many times we disappoint our animals and have no idea that we do..
We are having Thanksgiving at our home this year also. I think there is a possibilty of over 21 people coming.
Good morning, Julie! Your posts are always filled with so much love for your family and joy! You even have such love for your pets that you couldn't leave Cougar behind. How sweet is that? And he looks so happy to be included! Sweet post filled with wonderful photos of your precious family...thanks for sharing!
What a wonderful, sweet message today Julie! It looks like you have a baptism or blessing or birth just about every month - how fun for you to share these special events with your children and grandchildren!
I am SOOOOO in love with Cougar. YOU are so sweet to have worked out a way to bring him! LOVE the pictures of that!!!
I am so glad that you are here today and doing well.
I love all of your family photos and it sure does look like lots of love everywhere.
Glad that Cougar got to go along this time also.
Hugs
oh julie I had no idea, I have only known you for a few months, my blog was attacked and everything was lost last week and I'm trying to fill up my blog list,, I'm so glad I found you today.I'm not sure if you have foundme yet, I'm having trouble keeping track of this new blog.
Mehan is a beautiful girl and I love the photos of her in her gown and then in jeans with her guitar,, beautiful.You have a lovely family and are truly blessed.
So glad you didn't die! You look like the best Grandma ever. Love that beautiful dress. What a happy day. Makes it all worth it.
Sandy
I love your posts, as your sentiments are often so very much like my own.
Just a mom, a grandma, who loves nothing better then being surrounded by all those wonderful people.
and the Dogs
that had me laughing...Cougar in the back. But that would be like our dog, she'd undergo any inconvenience, JUST TO BE WHERE WE ARE....along for the ride.
happy day
and I am glad you are still with us too, what a scarry time that must have been.
Such a beautiful post, Miss Julie~ and I'm so glad you were blessed to still be with us, too!
Your daughter does great work! Thankful for your miracle too!
Hi Julie! Oh the dogs are adorable.Lol@the golden heehe.My daughter has 2 of them they are the cutest.Lovely dress your grandaughter is wearing for such a special occasion.
Thanks for visiting today and elaving your yummy comment,lol.Homemade soup and bread its almost heaven.Blessings!
P.S. I remember when you posted about your hemorrhaging after your hysterectomy.Has it been that long?You were very lucky,and I remember thinking how brave you were driving all the way all by yourself.
Beautiful family, and a very thankful heart, Julie. I do indeed remember your close call. God is a great God!!
Cougar has stolen my heart, and I am so glad he was able to make the trip. Thanks for always blessing me.
Sue
I'm glad that everything is okay and you're still here so I can oogle over pictures of your cute family! Congratulations to Megan, she looks so cute and happy! :)
What a wonderful family time. Love the photos! And that Cougar is just SO cute. I wouldn't have been able to leave him behind, either. what a clever idea. I just laughed and laughed.
AMEN! I love your idea for Cougar, and I can see why your heart was just hurting looking at those eyes.... lol, and he knew "the Look!" I absolutely remember reading about the whole story with your surgery and post trauma...SCARY! but I am sitting here going NO WAY it has been close to 1 and a half years...OH my goodness. but then I remember that it has been over a year since Kurt left for Iowa, and I guess I can say wow, the days of our lives are so quickly flying by, Julie...unbelievable. So glad to realize that I have "known" you for that long already! Looking forward to many more visits here at The Harwards, and looking forward...when it is something else besides your beautiful Circle Cliff Views...because you will have sold your home. rah! Hugs to you...enjoyed visiting with you. Glad you are home.
Love your little dogs..how adorable!
Congrats to a special eight year old!
I love the dress! Miracles are all around us. I'm so happy you are doing well and share so much of your heart! Have a great week!
What photogenic little doggies with their cute sweaters! Cougar looks happy to be there! You look so fabulous at the baptism and your little granddaughter is just beaming. Our oldest will be seven next week and we are already talking about her baptism! What a wonderful time. I love your book. I had the worst time with Blurb but yours turned out nicely. I think these will end up being treasures!
We are doing the same stuff all the time Julie! We had a grandson's baptism last weekend and another grandson who turned 14. It makes for a busy and wild life, keeping us away from rockers for sure! Did you think "retirement" would be like this????? Who knew!!!
Wow I did not know about your surgery last year. Life can be so fleeting. How scary.I am so glad you are well and here for all your family. I know you must be the best mother and grandmother. One can just tell about these things.
What a beautiful post! I can only say "Amen". I feel the same way.
Family, children, friends and our sweet pets are the greatest. Your photos convey the love and happiness. Even your sweet little pets are happy and loved. I so appreciate your positive and loving words of wisdom. Thank you. Hugs, Karie
I love all the pictures and the things you said in this post Julie. And, I remember when that happened to you too Julie. Was it really a year ago already? So glad we can look back upon that day and know that you are doing fine now!
One of my favorite quotes about family is this: "You don't choose your family. They are God's gift to you, as you are to them." ~Desmond Tutu
Hugs! Eileen
FAMILY...the sweetest blessing. Love your family pictures from adorable Megan's baptism. You look so pretty Julie. Glad the Lord gave you some more time here upon earth! We need you here. You have touched many lives!
Love ya,
Maryjane
Hi sweet lady,
What precious photos of your beautiful family. Megan is so pretty and how nice that she plays the guitar and sings. Family is such a huge blessing. I will never understand people who cannot love their own children and grandchildren as much as they love themselves, never mind more. My kids have two people in their lives like that, impossible to imagine!
Love and hugs, Cindy
What a lovely post, Julie...full of family and love...as you say, that is what it's all about.
And, I agree...ALL blessings are sent to us by God, Our Heavenly Father.
xoxo bj
I'm so glad Cougar got to go with you! He sure does look happy. Looks like your halloween was tons of fun. Such a cute little lion! One of our grandgirls will be 8 in May. An important birthday and she's already getting excited. When you sell your house, what will you be doing with all of your animals? They become like part of the family, don't they? Mimi
Stumbled into your blog, I'm so glad to read your story and see your happy family. Such a very happy and sweet faces around you. I'll come again. I feel your happiness and the miracles. Thank GOD.
Greetings from Hong Kong.
Once again I am blessed seeing your beautiful family gathered together Julie. And I just loved your little worship leader in the making!
Cougar is always just about the sweetest thing... but to see him with his little head sticking out that hole. Oh my! Too cute.
Blessings, Debbie
What a blessing you are to your family! I'm so glad that you are still here to enjoy your precious grands! Thanks for passing on so much love and goodness to all of us through your blog:) XO!
I remember that surgery last year and the care-flite experience. I'm so grateful that you're still here too! I just love seeing the family photos. Miss Megan looked adorable!
I can only imagine the food, fun and fellowship you will enjoy this Thanksgiving with all your family together. God is so good isn't He?
xo
Pat
Blogger is giving me fits tonight! I hope several posts from me don't show up.
Anyway, I LOVE seeing the photos of family. Miss Megan looked totally adorable, all dressed for her baptism. So glad you had a nice day.
I can only imagine the food, fun and fellowship you will enjoy on Thanksgiving with all your family there! Have you started cooking yet? :-)
xo
Pat
P.S. I'm thrilled that Cougar got to travel with you too!
That puppers! What a face. Our Millie always travels with us and has to be right in the middle of things. She acts so sad if we try to get her in the back of the SUV like we think she is a dog or something.
It sounds like you have a lot to celebrate in your life right now.
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