~AN AMERICAN SPIRIT/DREAM~

On this Thursday night August 28th,2008 In remembrance of my father's life. He passed away thirty years ago today. I still remember that somber day when I was a six year old little girl. How my life changed, sometimes I still wonder how my life and my family's lives would have been different???

On another note, tonight Barack Obama spoke. He excepted the nomination to run for president. It was interesting to listen to him speak about his life as a child. I guess I was most impressed about him talking about how we all struggle, and strive to be more, and do more. You know, "The American Dream".... My mind has to wonder though if there is a hidden agenda???

With every president, and including politicians there is usually something for them to gain??? I may be gullible, but I'm not that ignorant... I'm not saying that I oppose every thing that Barack represents either but, I have to wonder????? Either way I'm still going to be poor, under paid, and still have to work like a maniac to have the things in life that I want... I'm female, and I wasn't born into money, so I don't think I need to say any more.....

I still believe that hard work gets you closer to your dreams if your body or mind don't fail you first*************

Kuddos to you MOM... My mom is till recovering from her third hip surgery. My mom may not know this, as I don't always have enough time to go and visit her. But I think of her often, and call or talk to her most every day. I wish we lived closer so I could stop in briefly every day. She has always been a hard worker. She worked in factories her whole life. I tried it for about 9 years. That was enough to inspire me that I didn't want my body to end up the same way. I still have aches from doing physically labored jobs. I thank God that he gave me wisdom, courage, and strength to use my mind to better my life. I guess that is what we try to do, is to inspire for our children to become more then we have been. I, as a mother myself know the sacrifices you make for your family. I love you mom, and I hope you get better soon~

Well, that's my chapter for tonight...
Sweet Dreams, and smiles as always :)))

~Kimbella~

~LIFE IS ABOUT STUFF~

Life is about all the little things in our lives; Hot air ballons, friendly gestures, your favorite candy, a favorite song. Take time to enjoy the simple things in your life~

~Smiles Kimbella~:))))

~LIFE GETS BUSY~

Life has been busy... Tomorrow I have the day off from work. I am going to the doctor/yearly exam, not so fun... It's been awhile since I have posted on my blog, I guess time just gets away from you. This weekend here in Minnesota was oh so perfect. This is the kind of weather I would enjoy every day. I am getting sleeping so I think I will wish all of you well, and have a great week~

~Smiles, Kimbella~ :)))

Happy Birthday Big Boy (Hubby)!!!

Happy Birthday today August 18th to my sweet husband Sam~ I hope all of your wishes & dreams come true...These pictures are from a few weekends ago when we went to Rapidan. We spent the weekend with my sister and her family. Today we are going to enjoy each other. I took vacation from work and he as well.

I know it's been some time since I have updated my blog. I have made several attempt s. Every time I sit down in the evening I am just so darn tired I just start to fall asleep. It's not that I haven't thought about all of you that are so kind to check in~ I haven't done any art work either lately. Soon school will be starting and things will be hopping around here. My son is in football and he starts practice next Monday...

I hope all of you are enjoying these sweet days of summer**

~Dog Days of Summer~

It's already in the air... It began last week when I was at the grocery store. There is a gift store and there is a mannequin dressed in fall clothes. Then yesterday morning with the fog in the air, it was just one more sign that Fall is just around the corner...

It seems as if the Summer has just begun and it's now Fall.. Did I miss something? I feel as if there are so many days that I am held captive, and living in a box. When you work all day and you are in an office with no windows... Life is just a vision in your mind..

So I hope we are all enjoying the last month of Summer... It's so nice not having to wear coats, shoes... I hope all of you have a great week~

~Smiles, Kimbella~ :)))

~ODE TO FRIENDS~

First things first.. I wanted to say Mom, get well soon~ I hope she has a very speedy recovery~ My Mom just had a third hip replacement. When she had the second replacement her hip was never quite the same. She will be coming home from the hospital on Saturday. So, I will be traveling to her house and try and help her out.

Well this week has been exhausting... Traveling, working, planning... I have a three day weekend coming up How sweet is that!!! Believe me I have more then enough to keep me busy. Today, it is now Saturday 1 am and I am going to get up early, head to the Farmers' Market, get my hair done, shop, and go visit mom. I also need to go and pick some flowers from my garden for my mother. So Happy Saturday:)))) Have Fun!
Here is a poem I have written with a little help, thanks sis~
~Smiles, Kimbella~:)))

~ODE TO FRIENDS~
Friends are a mystery of what they behold & So the stories and
lessons are told~

Friends can be compared to a bowl of colored jelly beans, each one
represents a different flavor in my life~
I think of flowers, wine, & good times...
Memories of shopping, sipping, sharing dreams, & fears...
All the while through laughter & tears...

Special people that have touched my life
They come & go, in and out like a weave in a picnic basket
Some that have aspired to reach beyond
and to the others that have stayed I have forever been changed
That to me, is a true friend!
~ODE TO A FRIEND~ Author, KMEGDADI