~HAPPY THANKSGIVING~

I thought this picture was so sweet.. This is not my picture but I found it on the web. I hope the owner doesn't mind but I thought I had to share as it was so sweet~

I also found this poem that I thought touched every point in my heart~ So I thought as well I would share. Near and far my family and friends are but please know you are all dear to my heart... I will miss having a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with all of my loved ones. My family has fallen apart and many of us have gone our own ways. My family changed drastically two years ago. How the years fly by and how things have changed. Holidays are not the same any more. I think with my husband having different traditions then I and not having much family things really are not the same. I stand in my kitchen at midnight tonight making pumpkin pies and standing alone. I think when it comes down to things it really makes me wonder who you can count on in this life???
Through the years I have been faced with many set backs and as well I have been rewarded. I have a good life, I have a son that never seems to break the rules, gets good grades and most days helps as much as a teenager can. He's good at sports and doesn't ask for much. I have a husband who provides and who helps most days as much as husbands do. I have two dogs, one cat that love me unconditionally. I have a few family members that I can count on two hands that I don't see very often. I have a few friends near and far that I don't see very often. I have a great job, a nice house, nice cars what more could I ask for??? Life is sometimes just the way it is. Tomorrow I get to celebrate Thanksgiving with a few ladies I help with daily living skills every day. I am thankful I get to bring joy to their lives! I will celebrate the rest of the day and evening with my husband son, and some of his friends. My mother will stop in for a bit and possibly my brother will bring granny by my place. I will have many great people around me on this special day that I give thanks for~

I hope all of you near and far have a Happy Thanksgiving~ For all of those that are with out their family and loved ones I send a special prayer your way and may you know that someone near or far are holding you in their thoughts~

~Happy Thanksgiving~

Kimbella :)))

This Thanksgiving holiday with its blessings so grand
Should serve to remind us of the joys at hand
The friendships we treasure, our families dear
The love we've been given and shared, year to year
The food at our tables, where many have none
The dawn of each morning beneath the bright sun
The dreams that we carry; the warmth in our hearts
That bring us together when we are apart.
© 2003 - Jill Eisnaugle’s Poetry Collection

~WHIRL WIND~

WOW... MY LIFE HAS BEEN SPINNING....
It has been anything but slow.... It has been a great adventure trying to put a business together. It's a big responsibility to have so many other people depending on you. I think I am doing a great job and the most important thing is that at the end of the day everyone is content...I really like my new job so far as a Director...

Cool weather in Minnesota, sounds of Holiday times in the air~ My husband is returning from San Antonio Texas tonight.. He called and he just landed in Minneapolis. It will be a midnight return home time... During these last two weeks we have spent very little time together. It will be nice to spend a nice night in his arms again~ Happy Hump day tomorrow...

~Smiles Kimbella~ :)))

My husband finally returned from his weekend vacation. He should have flown back instead of driving. He flew out to Las Vegas last Thursday and met his friend in Las Vegas. They decided to return by car so they could explore some new sites and sounds! I think next time he would prefer to fly???

My new job is going great!

~Smiles Kimbella:)))

~PATH WIDE OPEN~

When I looked at this beautiful picture it reminded me of the journey I am encountering! I have been given an excellent opportunity in my employment to excel and accomplish! In the next few weeks a lot of information will come together and for the most part begin to make sense! I hope all of you enjoyed the beautiful weekend!

~Smiles, Kimbella~ :))))

~A NEW BEGINING~

This long side-walk reminds me of the journey that I am about to encounter. There has been some new changes that have went on in my life lately. To begin with I have accepted a new job offer. I will be closer to home and I will not have to drive an hour each way any more! :))) That is very exciting for me as I have just gained 2 more hours in my day. How great is that to be able to do more things in my day... I have excepted a new job in a Director position. It is helping develop group homes for disabled adults with developmental disabilities and mental illness. It is definitely going to be challenging and offer many benefits/rewards for me at the same time. It was a huge step for me as I have felt that I have been in a safety net as I have been employed with the State for over 5 years. New adventures, nothing ventured nothing gained. I am excited and nervous at the same time which is normal. I have enjoyed working in the vocational rehabilitation area and my consumers have brought so much to my life more then they will ever know... Well for now that is it I must read the newspaper and get ready for work. I hope all of you enjoy the day and stay dry~

~Smiles, Kimbella~

~ COLORS OF FALL~

I think the thing I like most about Fall is the brilliant colors that impress my eyes. Yesterday I was staring out the window and I noticed that many of the brilliant bright colors are quickly turning brown and blowing around on the ground. I guess every thing has it's season. Today I am up early and as my hubby puts it having a continental breakfast; granola cereal and yogurt, oj, and coffee. I hope all of you have a grand day! I need to read the newspaper quickly and scoot off to work~

~Smiles, Kimbella~ :)))

~DAYS OF FALL~

Today turned out to be a beautiful day... This weekend I stopped in at the Farmers Market, stopped at a few shops/yummy treats, hit the mall, made chili, and made a new friend. This weekend went really fast zzzzooommm.... Waited for my friend to call from Texas??? I hope all of you enjoyed this awesome fall weekend!!!

~Smiles, Kimbella~:)))