Me in my swing
Mom and Ryan, I think
My brother was so cute..
Me and Mom (nice hair, Shelley)
The Fam
Oh My!!
Mom and Dad, sweet picture... 
I am still waiting for Harper to look like me, not finding her in me here..
Mom, Dad and Ryan
Mike, Mark, Ryan holding me and Krista
Nice..Dad and Barbara
My mom's best friend Kathy gave me a CD of pictures that she took through the years of our family. It was so great of her to scan every one of these and I am so thankful to her for the memories. It was fun to see my dad at such a young age and see the resemblence of my brother in him. It was fun to see old pics of me and Ryan as well. The pictures of my mom were the best. It makes me so sad to see those pictures of her and not be able to share all these times with her now. I shed a few tears. I miss her so much and wish she were here for all of the joys in our lives right now. Miss you mom!
4 comments:
These pictues are precious! I remember Ryan showing me pictures of your parents when they were young...wedding pictures I think. They were such a gorgeous couple! And yes, Ryan does look like your Dad, but from the few pictures I have seen of his and Jen's little darlings, I believe they look just like him too! It's funny how the woman does all the work and the babies still end up looking like their dads. BTW, I do think Harper looks like a Ross, maybe not exactly like you as a child, but there is no doubt that she is yours! She's gorgeous!
These are great! What a cute family! :) I agree that Harper looks like your dad too, maybe the next one will look just like you! :) But, she sure is beautiful! You look so much like your mom! I have never seen her younger years and wow... she was stunning, just like you! I can't even imagine what you are feeling, but I pray for you so often! Love you and miss you!
I love you, Shelley. You make me cry. I can't explain the sadness that I feel for you because I am sad, too. BUT, I know that can't even fathom what you're feeling. You are doing such a great job. Granny Janny would be so, so proud of you. I know that I am. I'm the saddest that she doesn't get to hold our kids and spoil them rotten (and buying them boo-coos of stuff because you know she would be a maniac about that). I have to remember that she is really and truly in the best place. We can't imagine her joy and peace. It still doesn't take away our sadness and selfishness. I say this to you and me, but know that God is so big. He is bigger than our hurt and grief. He is bigger than our questions. He is bigger than our anger and resentment. I know everyone believes their own way, and I know that God knew she was going to be with him two weeks after she turned 49, but I can't say that I completely agree that he wanted her to go so soon or go through the pain that she did. I think that is Life, in all it's cruelty. I think that is sin and the evil that it brings. I do think that God will allow us to know our family in Heaven and to completely embrace for days, even years. I do think that.
I love you so much, and I'll NEVER ever try to be a mom or big sister to you, but know that I'm here whenever you need that mom or big sister voice. You just need to tell me, so I can switch from my street talkin' cool self to a more mature one. ;)
I've been meaning to tell you that Harper does look like you. She looks like you everywhere except those eyes and head shape. I think it's harder to see because it's so predominantly Eron.
Enough of the preaching tonight. If you want to sign me up to preach, people, just know that I charge big bucks. I'm just saying.
Oh, and please note my respect, submission, and kindness to my husband for not even comment on his very gayness in these pictures. I'm just saying-again.
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Shelley,
This blog is so touching. I know the last few years have been so hard on you. You have shown strength in a way that most people could not fathom. I can't believe your mom has been gone as long as she has. Just know that she is smiling down on you and is so proud of who you have become. I know she is proud of you. You are a wonderful mother, wife, and friend.
After looking at the pictures all I could do was laugh. I remember those good ole days! Man, to have them back again.
I hope you do know if you ever need to an ear to listen to you or a shoulder to cry, I am here for you. My heart goes out to you. Love you!
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