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MOTHER'S DAY MEMORIES

Mother
(Favorite Flowers: Pansy & Lily-of-the Valley)
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"I notice that it is only when my
mother is working in her flowers that
she is radiant, almost to the point of
being invisible ~ except as Creator:
hand and eye. She is involved in the
work her soul must have."
~ Alice Walker
"In Search of Our Mothers' Gardens"
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JP said…
Happy Mother's Day!!!
Sunday, May 10, 2009
Gail said…
Joey, An especially poignant day for so many of us...I do love the quote and the collage of beauties you've shown us. That is a lovely photo of your mother! It wasn't until my mother passed away that I was able to see her beauty! Happy Mother's Day dear friend~~gail
Sunday, May 10, 2009
beckie said…
Joey, lovely collage of flowers and your mother. I also like the quote. I hope you are having a wonderful Mother's Day!
Sunday, May 10, 2009
Anonymous said…
Happy Mother's Day Joey! :)
Sunday, May 10, 2009
marmee said…
so lovely...your mom! i love what alice walker was saying...i feel that way in the garden...my dh is always saying i am glowing when in the garden.
i hope you had a wonderful mother's day dearest joey.
Monday, May 11, 2009
Roses and Lilacs said…
A wonderful tribute to your Mom. Such a lovely lady.
Marnie
Monday, May 11, 2009
Frances said…
Happy mother's day, Joey. Your mother was beautiful, and the way you have surrounded her with the favorite flower is so sweet. Hope your day was radiant as well. :-)
Frances
Monday, May 11, 2009
Unknown said…
Belated happy Mother's Day, dear Joey. That's a lovely tribute and of course the photo montage is wonderful.
Monday, May 11, 2009
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