The Happy and Proud Big Brother

Can you see the joy and the excitement in Jonathan's face as he lays beside his baby sister, Josslyn.

I can't wait to go see them, so I can take a few pics of my own.

Josslyn Carol on her way home

Here is our little Josslyn Carol on her way home from the hospital. Mommy and her are doing well. Isn't she just a cutie! I just love little babies.

Our New Little Granddaughter, Josslyn

Our foster son, John and his girlfriend, Jamie had a little girl this morning. They named her Josslyn, what a pretty name. She weighed 8.4 lbs. I don't know how long she is, but when I find out I'll let you all know. Well, I found out through Michele's Blog that Josslyn is 19 1/2 inches long. Nice length for a little girl. Visit Michele's Blog (on the side bar is the link) to see more cute pics of her.
ISN'T SHE BEAUTIFUL! All our grandchildren are beautiful, but there is nothing like a baby. My daughter-in-law Stephanie, would attest to that, because she loves babies. Actually, who doesn't love a baby.

Happy Valentine's Day Everyone

Well, it started early for me. It is 12:43 AM on the beginning of Valentine's Day and I made my hubby breakfast. Four scrambled eggs and 2 slices of toast. I bought him 3 packs of cigarettes because no sense in getting him something he doesn't need, when money is tight. Also, I couldn't just buy 1 pack if I wanted to use my debit card. For dinner I'll be making him a steak dinner, his favorite meal. So, I believe I gave him everything he wanted for Valentine's Day. I will have to let you all know what he does for me.

Hopefully, I will get some comments on what their lover, friend, hubby, and children has done for them on this special day. Kids can be so loving on Valentine's Day for their mommy.


HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JAMIE I hope you have a truly wonderful day. Come on little baby we can't wait for you to be born. I was hoping it would be a nice present for your mommy to be born on her birthday.

The Month of February

Things to look forward to in the month of February. The birth of a new grandchild on Feb. 14th. We don't know if it is a girl or boy, but we all hoping and praying for a healthy baby.

Jamie's birthday on the very same day, as her baby is to be born. Happy Birthday, Jamie!

Valentine's Day is Feb. 14th, so let's wish all the lovebirds a Very Happy Valentine's Day


We have President George Washington (22nd) and President Abraham Lincoln's (12th) Birthdays to look forward to going to President's Sales.

And last, we have Ash Wednesday to celebrate the beginning of Lent. Which is Feb. 25th.


Here is the meaning of what Lent is all about:

Ash Wednesday is the first day of the season of Lent. Ash Wednesday is one of the principal holy days for the Western Church. Most commonly observed by Catholics, Anglicans, Episcopalians, and Lutherans, Ash Wednesday falls on the seventh Wednesday before Easter (usually around February 9). Ash Wednesday begins a season of fasting and repentance (commonly known as Lent) in preparation for the Easter celebration.

The Origins of Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday's origins are tied to its history and the time of year during which it occurs. It follows the season of Epiphany, which culminates with Shrove Tuesday, which is also known as Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday). The solemn proceedings that occur on Ash Wednesday bring the focus back to the sacrifice of Christ and the mission of the Church. The observance most likely comes from the biblical Day of Atonement. In Leviticus 16, the Lord establishes an annual day of repentance for the Israelites as a lasting ordinance for all their generations. Since the blood of Jesus represents atonement, the heart of Ash Wednesday is a humbling of oneself through fasting and prayer.

On this day, Christians come before a priest to receive the sign of the cross, marked in ashes on their foreheads. Over the next month, they are encouraged to fast, pray, and seek repentance for their sins. Reflection upon one's life during the previous year receives extra attention, and a greater commitment to God and the Church is offered.

This ceremony originated around the eighth century and extends back to the custom during biblical times of people humbling themselves with sackcloth and ashes. The prophet Daniel speaks of seeking the Lord for the release of his people from Babylonian exile with fasting, sackcloth, and ashes (Daniel 9:3). Jonah 3:6 states: "When the news reached the king of Nineveh, he rose from his throne, took off his royal robes, covered himself with sackcloth and sat down in the dust."

These are all the things that I am looking forward to in February.