simply timeless

One of my favorite stories is Little Women, by Louisa May Alcott I stumbled upon this website where there were quotes available to view and simply put, I find them fascinating. My desire is to be as articulate and wise in the way I write and speak when I express my heart. Perhaps in time I shall be, but for now I will leave you with a few quotes that seem to resonate with my heart and thoughts of late. “You don’t need scores of suitors. You need only one… if he’s the right one.”  ―  Louisa May Alcott ,  Little Women “I don't pretend to be wise, but I am observing, and I see a great deal more than you'd imagine. I'm interested in other people's experiences and inconsistencies, and, though I can't explain, I remember and use them for my own benefit.”  ―  Louisa May Alcott ,  Little Women “Love Jo all your days, if you choose, but don't let it spoil you, for it's wicked to throw away so many good gifts because you can't have the one you ...

I have come to realize that life is like living in a waiting room It seems like I find myself always back to a place of waiting on something.  Waiting for the moment to dash out the door and carry on with the arranged event for the evening. Waiting on the next phone call, letter, email from a friend whose life has taken them to another place in the world, away from home. Waiting for the next moment when I am reunited with a friend whom I have not seen in so long. And as I say goodbye once again, I find myself waiting for that moment when I can say hello again face to face. Waiting for that moment of realizing what it is I was made to do... "How do we make these moments last. How do we get them to stay. When everything passes and time goes away..."  ~Time Goes Away -Rosie Thomas (listening to this song as I write)  It seems like I have always been waiting.... Is one ever truly in a state of contentment?  Or does waiting  become etched in every single ...

Here are a few photo's from my last bit of time in England Definitely missing the friendship of these lovely women They are truly a blessing in my life.  I am so  grateful  for the time I got to spend getting to know them. Wishing I could pop over and plan a day in London with them ;)Maybe someday.....                           Supper out with the girls my last night in England

Breathing comes in pairs, except for twice, one begins and one's goodbye....... ~The Fray 27 years ago, I took my first breath. I was welcomed in to this world by two loving, generous and kind parents, and an extended family whose love would know no bound. 27 years later, I have to say goodbye to my Opa, a man whose life could have been taken many times during the war. And yet he lived to tell about it, God had a plan for his life.  He and my Oma embarked on a journey that took great courage and strength. Their love, hard work , and dedication established a family that has extended out in numbers that I imagine they never dreamed. God knew my name, the hairs on my head, long before I would enter the picture. How blessed I am to have be chosen to be apart of this family. Though I could imagine a million other ways to celebrate my birthday, one thing remains constant. I will be with my family on my birthday, as I have always done since the beginning. The circu...

                                                 Words Composed of letters in various forms, can be some of the most powerful weapons, as well as the most lovely encouragement, that we need to hear, to carry on. Speaking English, you would think that one would find it quite simple to go from one English speaking country to the next. Surprisingly there are many words and expressions that one should really know and understand before entering another country or risk appearing a fool in certain situations. I have to say that people from England, when they speak, make everything sound lovely. They use terms that sound less improper and not so gruff. I think the overall feeling I had was that they sound very well educated and socialized.... and I, well not so much the case....haha Here is a list of words and expression commonly used amoung those in E...

Missing England  Funny, how something I only viewed through the camera lenses of film makers, bringing to life stories I found irresistible and breathtakingly beautiful, has gone from a magical place far away, that was only to be dreamed about, to a place I have seen. A place that has gone from unfamiliar, to familiar. There is something simply lovely about it. I hope some day to set my feet back upon it's beautiful earth and explore other quaint villages and country sites.  There is something magical indeed about England, and I am glad it holds a piece of my heart.

In three months time I have experienced and seen some of the most amazing sites. Places I had only dreamed and hoped to see, never in my wildest dreams did I believe I would have had this opportunity. Thank you to all who made it possible for me to come to England. And thank you to those who have warmly embraced me here and helped make me feel at home. I will never forget your kindness. England will forever have a dear place in my heart. There is still so much more to see, so I definitely will be back! (and hopefully won't be sick at all the next time!) Time to get back to reality and work. Very excited to see my family and friends!! Here are some of the pictures from Thursday in the Netherlands, and then a few from our drive home  we stopped in Brogue . And Saturday I had the great privileged of going into London to spend the day with Christy. I had such a great time walking around parts I had  yet to see and getting to talk and get to know...