Family

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"I sustain myself with the love of family." 

                                                  ~ Maya Angelou

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This past week was about family.   It was made up of a number of special moments.  

♥ Visits to and from relatives.  
♥ Celebrating shabbat.
♥ Easter services.
♥ Family times.
♥ Fun times.
♥ Happy times.
♥ Healthy times.
♥ Holy times.
This week I'm thankful for blessings #966-975.

♫ A safe trip with an old van.

♫ Blessings written and spoken to each person in the family.

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♫ Beautiful girls in Easter finest.

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♫ A son helping his father serve communion.

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♫ The sun peeking over the mountain for our sunrise service.

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♫ A grandfather who plays games.

♫ A grandmother who teaches art.

♫ A successful egg hunt.

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♫ Pride in a job well done.

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And finally....

♫ Family times.

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Comments

  1. AnonymousApril 9, 2012 at 9:16 AM

    I was looking forward to today and reading your post. I am happy that you had such a good Holy Week. God is good.

    Love, Debbi

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  2. DianneApril 11, 2012 at 10:48 AM

    Emily did a great job on her painting. She is getting really good. Keep up the good work, Em!

    Love Grandma

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