My Beautiful Valentines

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The pride and joy of my life.


A Grandmother's Prayer

Oh Lord, I do not ask for much,
Eternal beauty, or youth, or such.
Just give me a little hand to hold,
And I'll forget that I'm growing old.

I do not ask for cloudless skies,
A life that's free from tears and sighs.
Just give me a little face to kiss,
And anxious moments will turn to bliss.

For what is there, really, that means so much
As little hands that reach and touch,
As little eyes that search and see
Only the best in fragile me?

So let me grow more loving and wise
By looking at life through their wide eyes.
For through these little ones, you have given
This grateful grandmother a glimpse of Heaven.

(Author: Barbara Burrows)

Comments

  1. MelissaSunday, February 12, 2012

    Nice picture of everyone! How come I don't have this one??

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    1. Retire in Style with LolitaTuesday, February 14, 2012

      Got this copy from Mel. Maybe there is another one, if not I can get a copy done for you.

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  2. The Happy RetireeSunday, February 12, 2012

    What a beautiful picture of all of them! You are one lucky Grandma.

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    1. Retire in Style with LolitaMonday, February 13, 2012

      Thanks. We both are lucky for having beautiful grandchildren. Happy Valentines Day to you!

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    2. gasatTuesday, February 14, 2012

      You are blessed and very lucky to have such beautiful grandchildren! More power to you!

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    3. Retire in Style with LolitaTuesday, February 14, 2012

      Thanks Gasat. They keep me young, busy, and at times pleasantly tired !
      The twins are starting to talk and Eloise is trying to walk before learning to crawl !

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  3. Retire in Style with LolitaMonday, February 13, 2012

    From Gina,

    Ate, you are so blest to have them!

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    1. Retire in Style with LolitaTuesday, February 14, 2012

      Indeed! Yesterday I was playing with them. Taliya was Owner and Chef of her restaurant. I was the customer. Ryan was switching from customer to waiter. Kyle was minding his own business.
      The Victoria group will come in a few weeks for Eloise's baptism.
      Happy Valentine's Day !

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  4. MelanieFriday, February 17, 2012

    I like this poem Mom.

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