my son, the Soldier

 

 On this day, like everyday, 

I admire and respect my son, 

Sgt Kyle Mackey "Scooter" Broughton.

He is currently a Scuba Diver in The Army, 

served two tours of duty in Iraq.

and most imporatntly his wife Rachel,

who is his rock, his tether.

I applaud the devoted families behind our soldiers

who serve now and then

the ones who have come and gone.

Thank you for your sacrifice.

 Boot Camp Graduation 

May I add, that I am not a supporter of any war.

Neither is he.

He strongly tells me this...

"Mom, I have a job to do.

And I am good at what I do." 

Nuff said. 

Postcard from Paradise

Bahamas with Mama

I went to the Bahamas last weekend with my Mom.

First. Cruise. Ever. 

She called me one year ago and said..."Will you go on a cruise with me for my birthday? The local Knitting Shop is hosting a cruise...let's go! And maybe you will learn to love knitting"  

Being the good daughter that I am, I said  "BUT OF COURSE!!"

 

 I hate knitting

I hate Big Ass ships

or maybe I do like Big Ass Ships that take me

to remote islands and hammocks! 

that's her, my Mermaid Mom

I still hate to knit.
.....But am ready and packed to sail again.

 Joy Movement

holding

As a guest prompter this week at Bellas 52 Photos Project 

I chose this photo of me and Sheri

"During a moment of sudden emotion and expression, 

how do you reach out and hold onto to it?"

Mom and Jack

Matt calls this Car Hugs while he is driving

“Time stands still best in moments 

that look suspiciously like ordinary life.”  

~Brian Andreas~

Holding

treasures from the Sea

It was a good day post Storm Sandy

Jack is getting along

 Most of you know the story of Jack, my stepdad, experiencing Alzheimer's. His recent doctor visit suggested a cane due to some inbalance issues.

Are you kidding me?

He balked, cussed and grumbled.
But just in the nic of time, friends John & Dean decided to gift him with a "Walking Stick".

Jack has been an influence in their lives and talents as members of the  {Rock, Gem & Mineral Club} and traditionally they make walking sticks, hand-carved from exotic wood, embellished with feathers and beads for the Elders they have come to know and respect.

well, let me tell you this. 

Jack and his stick are inseperable

 he proudly struck this sassy pose after telling the story 

of his friends who custom made it just for him 

and the height is a perfect match!!

 

I love this man

and thank you John & Dean 

for helping Jack with his walk to be a bit easier thru this life