My sister Maureen is the kind of person you meet and immediately hope she'll be your friend. She's kind, compassionate, funny, comfortable in her dorkiness. She's an amazing mother, sister, friend, confidante. I say that with complete confidence because she has served as all those roles to me. Born August 10, 1955. She's the fourth child of eight (ten when you include later in life additions.) She has this goofy ability to close one eye while the other one remains completely open. It's creepy, but that's Reenie's trademark. Photos of her as a child reveal this endearing talent. She's considered the middle child; the peacemaker. On August 11, 1965 Maureen received a most unique gift: ME! I nearly arrived on her birthday. Due to this timing it seems we were bonded. Destined to be two peas in a pod. Wherever Moe went -- Missy followed (that's my nickname.) She never complained about having this miniature companion. If she did, she never made me feel in ...
psst. can you hear that? i am CHEERING for you! enjoy your success (and your scones!)
ReplyDeleteFabu, baby, Fabu. Just wait until you have to go buy NEW CLOTHES because the old ones are TOO BIG!
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Ah, thank you so much, ladies. I feel really good. Tonight after work was a true test of my will power. I stopped by McDonald's to pick up chow for my son. It's a Friday night tradition. I didn't buy anything for myself. What's even better is that the 20 minute drive with the fries and chocolate shake nearby didn't tempt me. I sniffed hard; considered it and opted against it. Yay!
ReplyDeleteWOOOOOOO! Good for you, congrats on the speedy and signifigant results. (And double congrats on avoiding the siren call of the McD fries- that's some fierce will power you displayed.) Three cheers, big ups, etc etc.
ReplyDeleteBelated congrats on a significant accomplishment. Here's hoping it provides motivation to drive on.
ReplyDeleteClark, I'll take encouragement no matter when it's given. So far, so good. After a few years of giving up on myself, this is a magnificent feat.
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