I noticed Bill sitting in our local park where I walk. He glanced my way just as I finished the last exercise walk song on my playlist. He shouted and pointed to my car: “Hey, is that your car with the Nam front license plate? I stepped closer into the veranda where Bill sat on a picnic bench. I noticed his Vietnam Vet cap and instantly I knew why I walked there that day. The Marine Vet served during the 1960’s, the same time span as my husband. Bill talked a lot about the war evoking my emotions from laughter to tears. My South Vietnam front plate often prompts a conversation with a stranger and I’ve learned a deep respect for it over the years. It is my way of listening to a veteran. I enjoyed listening to Bill. He made me laugh in spots but he made me cry as well. Like when he talked about the sandwich lady. “Do you ever eat at the sandwich shop in the gas station down the street...



"Pile of smiles" here in these awesome pics of your family! :) God bless you and your wonderful family.
ReplyDeleteOne word sums it up "JOY". There is pure joy on all your faces. I love it. How lovely. Looks like a beautiful place and a beautiful family. Thanks for sharing it with us my friend.
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Kim
Thank you for sharing.....Simply beautiful.
ReplyDeleteBoy did I miss you..I am thankful you had a wonderful trip and a joyous time with your family, but I am also thankful you are back to bring smiles to my life.
Blessings and prayers, andrea
Those are wonderful pictures. I looks like a family full of love!
ReplyDeleteWhat a joy-filled time it looks like you had! Is that your mom in the pic with you? She looks as precious as you! Thanks for the sweet comments on my blog and prayers for my dad and family!
ReplyDeleteI am soo glad you are back with us but so happy you were able to be with your family and refreshed! I know you blessed all of them with your smiles :)
I absolutely loved these photos! I wanted to be in the family too! :) I'm so glad you had a wonderful time with your family and all the special blessings that our faithful GOD blessed you with -- awesome!
ReplyDeleteLoved hearing the Sister Sledge song along with the photos. That took me back to the 80's :)
Love you Sister.
Big brother is watching your slide ...
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing..I've been sitting here looking at the entire slide show...What a blessing of a family...
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