We had a lot of fun with our own little Prince William...and spoiled him thoroughly.
In 1983 he chose to spend his birthday (and Christmas) in south Texas with his oldest sister...rather than coming home to Canada. Several years later, he moved to Iowa...so we've missed out on the birthday celebrations since that time. Some things have not changed over the years...he still has the same Mustang...and I'm wondering if he still wears the argyle sweater (it would be right in style this season).
Sorry we can't join you for a piece of cake, Bill...but the card is in the mail! We wish you a very happy birthday...and look forward to seeing you in the new year.
And in my husband's family, he was the youngest child...a son in a family of girls. He was the one who was quite spoiled by his older sisters...and one of those sisters also celebrated her birthday on December 23rd.
Pictured above with 'der Weihnachtsmann' are my dear sister-in-laws...Martha on the left, and Anne on the right. Anne's birthday had a way of being lost in the Christmas festivities...but I well remember a trip to Kelowna about 10 years ago to help her ring in a big one. Now we are left with only memories...since she passed away quite unexpectedly nearly five years ago. Her bubbly personality, her eternal optimism, her generosity, her love for children and her unwavering faith will always be remembered.
Also on this day...December 23rd, 2000...we laid to rest my mother-in-law. She was a treasure...a wonderful mother and grandmother to our family...and a great example of how to live life.
December 23rd...a date to be remembered!
Have a good one...
Judy....thanks for the very personal history lesson. A special day to remember today...for many reasons. What a great shot of the two girls on 'Klaus's'knee.
ReplyDeleteit indeed is a special day to remember. your brother is one cutie pie.
ReplyDeletethe legacy of those two special women live on and in all of you.
thankyou for sharing your memories with us.
These milestones return annually and it's so good to ponder and reflect on them. And Oh, do we wish that they were closer....
ReplyDeleteI wonder if tucking in shirts will come back? That's about the main thing that makes it an old picture.
ReplyDeleteLove the "Weihnachtsman" picture!
A day to celebrate for certain. Wonderful tributes, Judy. What in the world is your brother doing in Iowa? (My new bil is from Iowa.)
ReplyDeleteOh, I brought my rosemary plant in back in September. It's been living very happily by the bay window since.
ReplyDeleteBless your heart, what a wonderful memory to share with us. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday Bill!! I hope you get a special gift and that it's not lumped in with Christmas.
ReplyDeleteI was awake at night, thinking of our precious mom -- all the great things she did and was. But especially remembering the time she fell and could not get up, finally she pulled herself to a phone. Judy your family was alway there for her. We continue to bless you for that.
Anne was such an awesome Sis. But she needed to leave us for her heavenly home. Thanks for remembering.
Martha
Thank you for sharing the pictures and stories of your family. This is certainly a day with many memories for you and your family.
ReplyDeleteChristmas blessings,
Wanita
23rd is certainly a date to remember for youJudy.
ReplyDeleteHave a great Christmas.
Judy, this is such a heartfelt tribute to your loved ones. My mother's youngest sister died twenty-three years ago today. We all miss her so much.
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas! Love the old photos.
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