The barbecue spare ribs and scalloped potatoes are in the oven...
....mmm it warms the kitchen nicely on this bitter cold day.
A special thanks to those of you who missed me
the last few days and for your sweet notes of concern.
My Mom is being released from the hospital
this afternoon to the care of hospice.
We are so grateful that she has pulled through
her emergency surgery and fully expect to share
a beautiful Christmas with the entire family.
Thank you all for your continued prayers!
This has been quite a year...
...full of change, reflection and personal growth.
And...it's not over yet!
Although this Christmas season is quite different
as we face an uncertain future,
we are ever grateful for so many beautiful and joyful memories
of past wonderful holidays...
We will continue to try to make each moment count!
I hope that you are able to do the same...
:)
Linking up to Kathleen's White Wednesday!
What a heart-touching post.I can relate to your words that mean so much.God bless you and to your family.Keep warm... Chickie
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy to hear your whole Family including your Dear Mother will be together for Christmas. God Bless you and your Family.
ReplyDeleteSincerely,
Diane
Good news that Mom can come home...we take the good with the bad one day at a time, don't we.
ReplyDeleteIt's tough to see our parents age...
Hope you have a wonder-filled season.
glenda
Dear Laura,
ReplyDeleteI'm so pleased to hear that your mum is coming out of hospital. It is so hard when our parents are ill. I hope that you are all coping OK.....it's lovely that you have Mr.Flea beside you for support.
I know that you will make this Christmas very special and as wonderful as any, and it will be a Christmas of love and togetherness.
Much love to you and your family Laura. XXXX
HI Dear Laura
ReplyDeleteWell no mittens required here... it very hot and I'm actually wishing for cooler days,
Glad to hear your mum is doing better and will be going home soon... I'm sure this will be a very special christmas for you and your family... Take care ... xxx Julie
hospice is very good with such loving care for the ill ones and family. how beautiful that your mom will share christmas with her family. Christmas is also for miracles. Blessings to all of you.Bestest,Denie
ReplyDeleteSo happy your mom is doing better. Sending many prayers her way.
ReplyDeleteXO,
Jane
So nice to hear your mothers surgery went well & you be able to share Christmas & the holidays with her.
ReplyDeleteTry to stay warm!
Blessings....
xoxo Gert
Nice to hear that your Mother is ok after her surgery.
ReplyDeleteI have posted my first giveaway on my blog and would appreciate if you all could enter. It is a gift certificate from CSN stores!
Good news about your mom - I hope she continues to improve.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful Chrissy and thank you for sharing all your gorgeous images and posts over the last year. I always leave inspired.
ReplyDeleteDelurking to say holding a space of light and comfort for you, your Mum, and the whole family ~~~
ReplyDeleteHugs to you Laura ~ will keep you and your Mom in my thoughts and prayers. xo
ReplyDeleteGood news about your mother. So glad you will all be together for the holidays.
ReplyDeleteJane
Thank goodness! Warm hands, happy heart
ReplyDeleteHugs, Liz:)
oh laura, i am so glad your dear mother is doing better...i am sending prayers and healing vibes your way.....
ReplyDeleteerin
much love and continued healing for Mom ...
ReplyDeleteand all of you, as you pour love and affection on her
Je suis contente pour toi,et je vais continuer comme toi.
ReplyDeleteAmitiés
Manon
best wishes for you mother.
ReplyDeleteAnd have all your family a very good christmas all together.
I am glad for this good news Laura.......warm hugs from me Ria......xxxxx
ReplyDeleteEach dawn is a gift from God for each of us. I'm glad you're taking the time to carefully unwrap each day and cherish it.
ReplyDeleteKeeping all of you in my prayers.
Debbie
Lovely!! this reminds me of my antique children's mitten collection - might have to feature them for White Wed. today. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteFrom my Heart, sending healing light and prayers your way for your Mom - May God bless her and all members of your family.
ReplyDeleteHi Laura-So sorry you are going through this at this time of year. I still miss my mom and feel cheated that she passed so many years ago (22 years ago already, I can't even believe it). She is with me everyday, though. I know you will cherish each and every day with her and carry that with you forever....
ReplyDeletegail
Wonderful news about your mom, it must be such a relief to the whole family.
ReplyDeleteOh so sweet - I just love the items you feature in your photos! Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI hope I didn't confuse anybody by changing the name of my blog to "New England Style" from "Michelle Jamieson Interiors". I'll be posting about it SOON - but in the meantime, wanted to let you know that it is in fact ME.
Michelle
Hi Laura
ReplyDeleteKeeping you in my heart and prayers this Christmas season. I wish you a most joyful time with you family, none of us have any guarantees and this is a reminder to appreciate every moment with the ones we love.
Many Blessings
Rebecca
Dear Laura,
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear about this concern of your mother, but am glad to hear that she is recover. But I get the sense that the future for her is uncertain. I do not know the hole story. But I am very happy that you may celebrate Christmas together. That's really all we want, be with those you are most fond of.
I would like to thank you for the nice comment you left with me, I was so happy about it! And in addition there are many new visitors that visits me who says they have found my blog through you. It's really nice:)
Have a nice Advent, warm greeting
Aina
Good luck with your mother. I'm dealing with a somewhat similar situation. Just found your beautiful blog!
ReplyDeleteNice pictures!!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful post :D i’m new on blogger :D and your blog is awesome :D if you want to follow me i’ll follow you back :D xoxo
ReplyDeleteHello dear Laura, I'am so happy for you that your mother is recover and that you and your family celebrate Christmas with her.
ReplyDeleteMoments to cherish.
Warm wishes, Mea
Very special Christmas message and photos.
ReplyDeleteMary Ann
Dinner sounds yummy... I'm the only one that actually likes scalloped potatoes in our family. Darn it all....
ReplyDeleteHappy to hear your Mom's on her way home. Good news.
Warm blessings,
Spencer
hello! Lovely photos:)
ReplyDeleteANd glad to here your mom is doing well.
In my prayers for continued peace of mind - I know you have happiness and can feel the love others are sending your way. I hope you feel God's presence in you life and HE brings you ease. With Love, Jennifer jennsthreegraces
ReplyDeleteI'll be lifting your mom up in prayer, Laura. What a blessing that she'll be able to spend Christmas with you all. God bless you.... :)
ReplyDeletexoxo laurie
PS love your mitten photos --- so cozy!
so happy that she's doing better laura!
ReplyDeletehappy holidays to you & your family.
xoxo
kL