Wednesday, December 16, 2009


fare⋅well:   goodbye; may you fare well: Farewell, and may we meet again in happier times.


em⋅brace: to take or clasp in the arms; press to the bosom; hug.



one year:  a period of 365 or 366 days, in the Gregorian calendar, divided into 12 calendar months, now reckoned as beginning Jan. 1 and ending Dec. 31

re·union: a reuniting of persons after separation


{Reflecting upon all the holidays we have missed being together...just too many to count}
It's Outdoor Wednesday over at a southern daydreamer.

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24 comments:

  1. Thoughtfully Blended HeartsDecember 16, 2009 at 7:51 AM

    Beautiful...
    Merry Christmas!!!

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  2. Hootin AnniDecember 16, 2009 at 8:45 AM

    I'm tearful!!!! Wow....just WOW!!!


    My Wednesday issue is posted. Come see my lighted Christmas Village HERE.

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  3. bjDecember 16, 2009 at 9:33 AM

    Blessings and a very MERRY CHRISTMAS.
    xo bj

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  4. Simple DaisyDecember 16, 2009 at 10:25 AM

    Beautiful!!
    Happy Holiday season to you:)

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  5. TeresaDecember 16, 2009 at 11:49 AM

    I have chills.
    XXOOXX

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  6. CatherineDecember 16, 2009 at 3:02 PM

    Merry christmas, catherine

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  7. From the Old InkWellDecember 16, 2009 at 5:00 PM

    EXCEPTIONALLY BEAUTIFUL POST!!!!
    Merry Christmas!

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  8. Blondie's JournalDecember 16, 2009 at 10:07 PM

    Beautiful post. Happy holidays!

    xoxo
    Jane

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  9. Kathy WalkerDecember 17, 2009 at 9:58 AM

    Beautiful..moving. Merry Christmas.

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  10. AnneDecember 17, 2009 at 11:07 AM

    Beautiful! I hope you guys can slow down and enjoy Christmas. It's so hectic but always wonderful. Merry Merry Christmas to you and yours Queen B!

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  11. RitaDecember 18, 2009 at 5:26 AM

    You really have talent...
    just beautiful;!

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  12. MicheleDecember 18, 2009 at 9:23 AM

    Beautiful photographs, beautiful words. Thanks for sharing.
    Happy Holidays.
    Michele

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  13. RueDecember 18, 2009 at 5:27 PM

    Is he gone again? This post ripped at my heart strings.

    (((hugs)))
    rue

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  14. MissBlissDecember 18, 2009 at 11:15 PM

    Happy Holidays! Thank you for your lovely blog, my fellow beach and TJ Maxx lover ;)

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  15. Thru Pink CurtainsDecember 19, 2009 at 10:53 AM

    wonderful thoughts for today i can't imagine loss but have hope that someday we will see Jesus and his angels again. wonderful Christmas season to you

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  16. Barbara JacksierDecember 22, 2009 at 9:59 PM

    Bittersweet and utterly beautiful.
    Happy Holidays.
    Barbara

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  17. Betty ManousosDecember 24, 2009 at 8:31 PM

    Merry Christmas!
    Have a wonderful and happy holiday!
    BTW I wanted to tell you that one of my blog principals is to reciprocate when someone follows me. Really, i don't know if you follow me. Please let me know!I would be grateful!
    All the best!
    xx

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  18. Betty ManousosDecember 26, 2009 at 8:33 AM

    QB. Have a wonderful time!!Wishing you all that you would wish for yourself and yours! and thanks so much for taking the time to comment. Thanks for following!!
    xx

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  19. Personalized Sketches and SentimentsDecember 27, 2009 at 8:02 PM

    What perfect photos and captions!

    Yay! I finally have a few free days off to read some great blog posts! Boy! Sure have missed that!)
    Hope your Christmas was a very blessed one!
    Mele Kalikimaka & Hau'oli Makahiki Hou! (Hawaiian for Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!)

    Blessings & Aloha!

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  20. VelvaDecember 27, 2009 at 10:00 PM

    Awesome! I love it. Great blog post.

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  21. UnknownDecember 28, 2009 at 9:34 PM

    I love this photo!! I also love reading your blog but this one just caught my eye! Absolutely beautiful!

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  22. theUngourmetDecember 29, 2009 at 12:03 AM

    I love this! Hope your Christmas was magical!

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  23. BevDecember 29, 2009 at 10:57 AM

    We LOVE your blog and have added a link on our favorite blogs list! Your blog is gorgeous! Happy New Year and cheery wave from Bev
    http://44thstreetfabric.blogspot.com

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  24. ShellbelleJanuary 8, 2010 at 8:13 PM

    Thank you for such a beautiful and moving post.

    My nephew left his newborn son just weeks ago for his first tour in Iraq. It was heart-breaking, but we are now awaiting the reunion and embrace when he returns in time for next Christmas.

    I take it from your last statement that you also have someone serving. I believe that the hearts of all those who are missing their loved ones are connected, waiting for each to come home safe.

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