So lovely!

The few flowers that I grow in my yard aside from fruit and vegetable blossoms bring me great happiness and peace. The yellow lantana remind me of Shannon; she loved the brightness of yellow. The other lantana bush displays orange and yellow blossoms. Snapdragons are always a favorite as they take me back to my childhood when I would gently pinch the blossom so that it looks like it's opening its mouth. Fascinating! (I still like to do it! ) My very favorite flower is the hibiscus. I am in awe as I enjoy its color and form. It's a beautiful Sunday; a beautiful summer day here in Bakersfield.


Soon, a new little granddaughter will arrive in this world to our family. I think of her often and in my mind's eye, I see her preparing to leave her immortal world, excited to come for her earthly experience to be a part of the Jones family. She's got a special Mommy and Daddy who love her already and will teach her all she needs to know to journey in this life. And she's got two big sisters who will just adore her and smother her with love! Not to mention grandparents, aunts, uncles, & cousins galore. It will be wonderful to welcome her here.


I feel blessed and thankful beyond words to describe, that I know the plan of happiness. I am blessed to be sealed eternally to Doug and for the hope we have of an eternal family. I know where our Shannon is and what she's doing. I wish I could actually hear her voice tell me how happy she is and how free she feels; I know it's true! I know that I still must work on this earth to complete my mission before I can go to her. I rejoice in my beautiful children and grandchildren who fill up my days with happiness, even though there are miles between us.


I know I am rambling, but it's how I'm feeling today!