Wednesday, May 5, 2010

QUE SERA SERA (Whatever Will Be Will Be)

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She can be as delicate as the soft crepe petals on a lovely jeweled Poppy gently swayin' in a soothing breeze or as ferocious as an irritated badger on it's last nerve when it comes to protecting the spawn of her loins. This child-bearer was present at your debut counting all your wiggly chubby pink digits and memorizing every cell of your being. She commands respect simply by walking into a room while indulging and promoting your sometimes ridiculous creativity. This forbearer obtains the capability to make you feel loved despite the most disastrous circumstances. Webster defines a mother as a female parent but this Ozark farm chick knows a mother is so much more!

This song from Alfred Hitchcock's 1956 film "The Man Who Knew Too Much" staring Doris Day and James Stewart becoming sweet Doris' signature tune often filled our home. Mama could be heard singin', "When I was just a little girl I asked my mother, what will I be?" God blessed this chick richly with a special Mom. She cradled and nurtured me when I was ill takin' any pain away with her tender kisses. The woman changed many dirty diapers taggin' me "Stinky Britches!" She would humor me as she sat an extra plate on the table for my imaginary girlfriend and softly smiled when I insisted that she button John's bright red coat. ( Yep, John was a girl, I'm twisted like that!) She is the one that came to my rescue when I had to see if you could really get your toe stuck in the bathtub faucet just like Mary Richards on the Dick Van Dyke Show or the time as a tween I pulled the top drawer from the dresser to smell the sachet I'd placed in my underwear drawer below and got my head stuck. Let me tell ya'll Mama had the patience of a saint 'cause with my curiosity and imagination this little farm chicklett was a handful. She is also the woman who made me want to dig a hole and pull it in behind me never to see the light of day again my Junior year when she innocently walked up behind in front on a group of friends and casually asked, "are you ready to go Stinky Britches???"

"When I have children of my own they ask their mother, what will I be? Will I be handsome, will I be rich? I tell them tenderly...", I can still hear Mom singin' these words. Her face gleamed with joy as she sang to her first grandbaby. Mom was right there to watch over and help ride herd on this little guy. She was the first on the spot to help out when our perfect baby girl was born with an imperfect heart. I was torn between my three year old fella and my sick baby girl who took round the clock care when Mama jumped in to lessen my load. She cheered with a tear in her eye and a song in her heart as both children graduated, married and blessed her with beautiful Great-grandkids. Yep, just as Mama sang, "Que sera, sera, whatever will be, will be...the future's not ours, to see..que sera, sera", once again Mama was right.

The picture above is filled with Mothers. Mothers who are bountifully more than just female parents. I see Great-Granny Moon who loved and lived life well over a hundred. I was around ten years old when I was privileged to witness the bonfire of a hundred birthday candles blazin' on her cake. She blew them out herself. My Grandmother Dow who I called "Ma" was just an amazing woman who lost her husband at the age of forty-five and maintained the most positive attitude I've ever known. My own precious Mother who will celebrate her eighty first birthday in August. Me??? Why I'm the skinny little thing with her mouth wide open, no doubt beltin' out a tune just like Doris Day's "Que Sera Sera!"

Thanks Mom....I love you!!! HAPPY MOTHERS DAY

127 comments:

  1. Happy Mom's day to you and yours! Sounds like you had a special Mom.

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  2. What a precious picture and a beautiful post, Nezzy. Great stock you came from indeed! Though my mother died over 40 years ago, I still remember her loving and singing that same song.

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  3. What a wonderful photo and beautiful post. Happy Mothers day to you!
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  4. That's a wonderful, touching tribute to the Mothers in your family, Nezzy!
    The picture above displays three beautiful women-mothers holding and touching the fourth future beautiful woman-mother. Four generations in one splendid picture! Only Doris Day, the singer of Que sera, whatever will be will be..is missing in it.

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  5. This was so beautiful! It brought tears to my eyes! Happy Mothers day to you, dear friend.

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  6. A very Happy Mother's Day to you. You have been blessed with wonderful mothers in your family. Your grandma and mom. I don't have my mom around anymore but she'll never be forgotten. Mothers are very special people!

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  7. This is so wonderful and your mom will be so touched!!!

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  8. Happy Mother's Day to you too! I loved getting to know your Mother thru your articulate and vivacious wording!

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  9. What a special post. You never fail to amuse me....You are one special lady....Stop by and check out my Mother's Day Giveaway.

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  10. This post exemplifies both your humor and tenderness! You are truly unique and wonderful! This is a beautiful post...what a beautiful Mother's day gift! Happy Mother's Day to you! Love, Janine XO

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  11. This is a beautiful picture of the generations of mothers and future mother!! Your story is full of love and memories. Thanks for sharing this in your blog.

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  12. What a terrific tribute to your amazing (and patient!) mom.

    We'd love to read about ALL your adventures someday... heh, heh :)

    Lucy

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  13. What a lovely photo of the Mom, Grandmothers, and Baby Nezzy. And great memories also.

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  14. What a wonderful tribute to your Mom Nezzy! You made my day girl, this was such a good read! You were a darling baby, but what made me giggle and my stitches hurt, was the thought of your head stuck in that drawer! OMG Nezzy, you were quite the character! I would have loved to hang out with you. My most embarrassing moment... When the large white Mama pig would meet me at the end of the drive when the school bus let me out. I was 11 and totally mortified. I begged my Mom to please keep the pig inside her fence. Thanks for lifting my spirits,
    Cindy

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  15. Hey there! Just found you via Sandy aka Doris the Great, and so glad I did. I loved your post 'Stinky Britches'. :)

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  16. What a beautiful blog post.

    Happy Mother's Day.

    Tammy (Grammy Talks)

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  17. Ah,Que Sera Sera,My Mother also sang that song. Loved it and still do today. How blessed you are and have been to have such great Mother's in your life. I also was very blessed and miss her every day. Happy Mothers Day Nezzy.

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  18. Hi Nezzy! What a sweet post about your dear mother! I have a wonderful mother and am so blessed to still have her with me.
    Now you go on in your bathroom and snap me a picture! :)
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia;)

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  19. What a beautiful post honoring Moms.
    They are the best.

    Happy Mother's Day to you sweetie!

    Melinda

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  20. Oh Nezzy that is one great four generation photo!! You were truly blessed with those strong women in your life! Thanks for sharing both the photo and something about them..I really enjoyed it. I was also a "Tad" cantankerous.. Happy Mother's Day to you on Sunday Nezzy! :)

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  21. Aw Nezzy no wonder I have been thinking about you most of the day. What a beautiful post!
    Love your picture too....wish honey I could express myself as lovely as you do.
    I so enjoyed slipping out of bed to read this.
    Wanted to thank you for all the get well wishes. They have really lifted me this past week.
    Love
    Maggie
    Happy Mothers Day to you too

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  22. This is a most touching tribute to all the mothers in your life, and the photo is priceless. You look so much like your dear mother.

    My mother sang Que Sera, Sera to us, and I sang it my children. It's one of the all time great songs - and that episode from Dick Van Dyke is one of my favorites! Did you know that Mary Tyler Moore bitterly protested that episode, because she was off camera during almost the whole episode? As it turned out, though, the episode was a huge hit, because it provoked images of a naked Laura in the bathtub!

    Great post - Happy Mother's Day to all of you!

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  23. That picture is just priceless! I loved reading your memories of these wonderful women too.

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  24. Happy mother's day to you. I liked your post very much. My mom passed away in November 2007. I miss Mom all the time, but the longing is greater on Mother's Day and on Mom's birthday.

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  25. Happy Mother's Day Nezzy. This was a sweet and charming post and I love the photo.

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  26. Nezzy, you warm my heart. You always have since I first met you. I love your writing, I love your life and I love YOU! This tribute to your Mother and to Mother's everywhere is beautiful! Thank you for sharing it with us!
    Love and hugs. Many of them!
    Mona

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  27. Happy Mothers Day you singing little cutie!
    xoxo
    SC

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  28. A lovely tribute to your Mum and all moms out there. I love you blog!

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  29. Oh, Nezzy, how fortunate you are to have such a picture along with all of these memories, and you can still hug your mother!

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  30. I loved that Nezzy!!!!!! You are such an awesome writer.
    Thanks for sharing those thoughts.
    I love the picture so much.

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  31. What a touching tribute. Loved it. Happy Mothers day Nezzy!

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  32. How Beautiful Nezzy....!!!What a treasure...! That pic is awesome...Joyful Mothers day to you..!!

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  33. What a wonderful and sweet post. Happy Mother's Day to you and the moms in your life!

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  34. Oh Nezzie - I think you and I would have a fine time together. I love your writing and reminiscing. What a beautiful tribute to the amazing women in your family. I had totally forgotten, but I've heard my mom sing that same song. And my kids, well, they don't even know who Doris Day is :). My mother too is a very special mom. Different from yours, but aren't all great moms the same? Always there when you need them, loving you, helping you. Yes, I love my mother. Happy Mother's Day to you and all us mom's everywhere!

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  35. I hung onto every single word. Just glorious writing - and such tender feelings!

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  36. Wonderful memories to share! HAPPY MOTHERS DAY TO YOU!!
    HAVE A BLESSED ONE. MARILYN

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  37. I hope you have a wonderful blessed Mother's Day!

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  38. That was really beautiful, Nezzy. I remember that song well.

    Blessings to you on Monday's Day!

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  39. I love that song and I loved reading your beautiful Mother's Day post --written as only the indomitable Nezzy could! :)

    Have a blessed Mother's Day!

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  40. Happy Mom's Day Nezzy! That is a very sweet picture and I knew right away that little baby was you Nezzy! I think you were just singin' away :) You and your family enjoy our beautiful Missouri Mom's Day weekend weather, I think it is going to be pretty!

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  41. Loved the generational picture. A wonderful tribute to the women in your family before you.Know your mother will enjoy this lovely post. Happy Mother's day.

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  42. BEAUTIFUL! And, a Happy Mohter's Day to you.

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  43. Awwww! That was amazing!! I've never seen this picture.

    Now I have a song stuck in my head.....

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  44. Beautiful entry Nezzy! Happy Mothers day to you as well!

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  45. Hi, Nezzy,
    What a beautiful tribute to Mothers, and especially to those in your life. My mama has been gone for nearly forty years now, and I still miss her. I write about her quite often on my blog. Thank you for visiting me, and I will be back.
    Best regards to you, my new friend!
    Ruby

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  46. Happy Mother's Day to you and yours. Try to come over to my place on Mother's Day, I would like to share my Mother's Day cake with you.

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  47. God bless our mamas! Loved the 'sticky britches' story!

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  48. I thought that was you -the little one- in the picture. Precious.

    What a wonderful tribute for Mother's Day!!

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  49. Now I can easily see where you've learned to become such a wonderful, loving mother and grandmother! You've obviously had amazing role models!!

    Hope you have a wonderful Mother's Day with your beautiful family!

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  50. What a sweet, poignant tribute to your mom and grandmother and great-grandma.

    If I had called my daughter Stinky Britches, I'd have one less kid today! Too, too funny!

    Happy Mother's Day to you, Nezzie.

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  51. What a beautiful post. My own mother died when I was just 23 and now, at 60, I still miss her. You're so lucky to have all those wonderful memories and still have your mom to share them with. And what a fabulous photo. No wonder you're such a strong, loving woman. Look at your gene pool! Happy Mother's Day, Nezzy.

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  52. Hello Nezzy,
    What a beautiful tribute to your mother! What a sweet post.
    I'm so glad you stopped by. I know I'll be here often!

    Happy Mothers' Day!

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  53. Nezzy dearest ,

    That was a beautifully and articulately told story of an institution that many are not good at...and when those who make a difference leave such impressions on us, we can share that memory with others.What a blessing to have had such women in our lives!!! And thank you for coming to my post; please come again!! I so enjoy your style and your kind comments! Bisous! Anita

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  54. I loved this post, Nezzy! There is an award for you over at my site!

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  55. What a treasure of a picture! And it is wonderful that you have it -- all those special women in your life! Happy Mother's Day to you!

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  56. What a beautiful and heart warming tribute post, Nezzy.

    Happy Mother's Day!

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  57. What a beautiful photograph, certainly one to cherish and a wonderful tribute to your Mother.
    ~Maggie~

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  58. That is a BEAUTIFUL picture and a BEAUTIFUL post!! Thank you Nezzy!!

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  60. Absolutely Beautiful. Happy Mother's Day, dear Nezzy. :)

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  61. Thanks for stopping by my blog :0) I'm so glad to find someone who uses coconut oil the way I do...yay!

    You have a great blog! I've enjoyed reading it.

    All the best,
    Marnie

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  62. Wow, you sure do have a lot of comments !!! Sounds like your mom was "just the BEST". God bless you and her. Thanks for visiting my blog. Happy Mother's Day.
    Bren

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  63. I love the way you recount the memories. God bless all of you for being wonderful mothers. I hope you and your mom have a fantastic mother's day.

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  64. You totally got me in the mood to download it! I do love that song!

    What lovely memories! My own Annie was Stinkerbelle :) Your mom sounds full of love! Often it amazes me just how blessed we all are!!!

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  65. What a great family photo of many generations of mothers. Just beautiful.

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  66. happy mother's day to you, inez. if you happen to see my mom at church give her a hug from her northern daughter. :)

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  67. You are one special lady - and I see more than facial resemblance here!! ;o) Happy Mother's Day to you, too!

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  68. From one Ozarks girl to another, Happy Mother's Day to you too!!! I love your photo. I also love Doris Day and would let her live with me if she sang that song every day.

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  69. Wonderful picture and amazing tribute! Enjoyed every word.

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  70. Thank you for visiting my blog! I'm so glad I checked back to read yours. This is a beautiful tribute to your mom.......You are so lucky to still have your mom. My mom went to live with Jesus almost two years ago now, so this is my second Mother's Day without her. I miss her so!

    I will check back often! Thanks again for checking my blog out!

    Blessings,
    Marge

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  71. Oh Nezzy, What great women you have/had in your life. This is a wonderful post and a wonderful tribute for Mother's Day. It's beautiful.

    WIshing you a wonderful and joyous Mother's Day.
    xo jj

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  72. How perfect-a treasure of a post for a treasure of a mom (and daughter). I loved it. I totally love that song, BTW.

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  73. I love that old photo.
    I want to live to be 100!!!!!!!!!!!! that is a glorious blessing, especially if she was in good health (what IS good health at 100 I wonder?)
    You come from good stock

    and Webster ---must have had issues with HIS mom to just define mother as a female parent.
    What.E.Vah.

    and I love that song. I sing it to my grandkids!!!

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  74. A wonderful tribute, Nezzy. Not just to your mother but to all of the chain of women who went before you. Happy Mother's Day to you. I'm sure you've carried on their admirable ways.

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  75. what a beautiful post!
    happy mother's day!!!! :)

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  76. Nezzy, that was beautiful. My mother loved Doris Day and that song. Unfortunately, she never would sing. Her mom always told her she couldn't. Mothers! What can I say! I love this tribute to your mother and all mothers. You are a very special lady.

    You stopped by and left a sweet comment on my latest post. When I hit publish, bloggere ate it. I was crushed. I treasure every comment I get.

    Happy Mother's Day to you!

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  77. That is a precious picture and an amazing story. Thank you so much for sharing it with us, your faithful followers. I'm humming that tune as I sign off...

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  78. Happy Mother's Day Dear Nezzy ♥
    I love your writing style!
    Pamela

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  79. I just love you Nezzy! You never cease to amaze me with your words and make me smile when I come here. Your mother and grandmothers are beautiful and the little one in the picture...well she's as cute as a button and turned into one beautiful woman!

    I love this post. Happy Mother's Day my friend.

    Thank you for your continued prayer support for my family.

    Hugs,
    Alleluiabelle

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  80. hope that you had a wonderful and blessed mothers day nezzie.
    love the photo!

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  81. Nezzy, the post is beautiful and so is the picture. The family resemblance is striking.

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  82. I love this picture. You're somethin' else.

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  83. I am so impressed. Your writing flows like butter being poured on popcorn. I loved this post and I read so many beautiful ones yesterday in tribute of so many wonderful mothers. It is wonderful to meet you and I will be back for more of you..........

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  84. Priceless photo. Lovely tribute...

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  85. Hey Nezzy,
    I'm a day late but want to wish you a Happy Mother's Day. What a great post on the amazing women in your family! Keep smiling and singing! Jennifer

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  86. I adore this post! Check for my e-mail! I've signed up to follow you.

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  87. You remind me of memories of my mom who died 2 yrs ago at the age of 99.8. Enjoyed dropping by your blog.

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  88. Nezzy, Happy Mothers Day... Hope you had a perfect day. Loved hearing about your childhood. You have a beautiful family. Thank You for your friendship and prayers. Love you lots.

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  89. Simply beautiful. Blessings to you and thank you always for your encouraging comments to me.

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  90. Hi Nezzy, that's a beautiful photo! And your piece is so sweet! Memories with mothers are priceless.

    A belated Happy Mother's Day to you and all the mothers in your life!^^

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  91. Sounds like you were blessed with some great women and mothers in your life. That's pretty cool!

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  92. I knew that little baby in the photo was you as soon as I saw her. She looks JUST like you! :D
    Hope you had a happy mother's day.

    Thanks for the prayers. It means the world to me.

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  93. I hope you had a wonderful Mother's Day! I loved Doris Day when it wasn't cool as a teenager and I still lover her! A beautiful post my friend. xo

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  94. a total amen on this one...
    blessings
    gp

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  95. God Bless all the mama's who have touched our lives and brought wisdom and joy for all eternity. How dull life would be without their influence.

    ~ Yaya
    Yaya's Home

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  96. Hope you had an absolutely fabulous Mother's Day! You are a treasure that should be celebrated! Love, Janine XO

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  97. Great Post and I love the picture! Thank you for sharing and I hope you had a wonderful Mother's Day!!!
    HUGS,
    Coreen

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  98. A beautiful post for a beautiful mama.
    I like how you write sweet lady.
    I hope you has a great Mother's Day.
    Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving such a sweet comment.

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  99. Happy Mothers Day to ALL you mothers out there!

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  100. Happy Mother'sDay. btw, I mentioned you on my blog today. Take a look-see!

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  101. Nezzy - what a beautiful post for Mother's Day! I loved that Doris Day song too -- what a wonderful tribute to these women so precious and dear to you. I hope you get the chance to visit Sanibel sometime -- it's a charming island indeed! Thanks for your sweet visit.

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  102. So good but I was hurrying to read to see how the story ended - to see if your mothers was still living. YES!! Only and only 80 something years young! She has many more years and I can't wait to read more about her.

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  103. What a wonderful tribute to your mother and grandmothers. You have quite a memory and a gift with words. Hope you had a wonderful Mother's Day.

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  104. Nezzy, this post was wonderful! What a beautiful tribute!!!

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  105. What a lovely tribute to your mother, Nezzy. I really enjoyed reading this. Thank you for your visit and kind comment at my blog today. I hope your week is going well.

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  106. What a sweet tribute to the ladies in your life. You are lucky to have had them in your life and the fact that they have been such a positive influence. That is obviously what has made you the beautiful person you are.

    Jo

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  107. What a wonderful tribute you have made for Mother's Day...God Bless 'em!!! And who could forget that song...now I'll be singin' it all evenin'!!! Blessings dear Nezzy...Dzintra♥x

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  108. Hi there! Happy to make your acquaintance! :-) Due to your comment in my blog, I have found yours.

    This is a very sweet post.

    Gentle hugs to you...

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  109. Nezzy, Hope you have a perfect day. You are such an amazing and caring lady. Thank You for being such a great friend. Much Love and Blessings, Audrey

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  110. Oh Nezzy, what a beautiful tribute! Makes me want to know her because she created such an amazing woman in you. I wanted to thank you for always being a word of encouragement to me and thank you for taking the time to even read my blog :) I see your name and I pop up and bless the Lord because I know He is going to bless me that day :0 I love reading your blog and you truly have a gift for writing. You are lovely!

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  111. Happy Mother's Day and I remember my mom singing this song to me when I was a little girl. Thank you for sharing this amazing photo and also for stopping by my blog, I appreciate it. Greetings from the Santa Clarita Valley of Los Angeles or as you would call it, The Holler!

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  112. Hi Sweetie! What a great post! Funny and so sweet at the same time! I love the picture too! Thank you so much for your visit to my blog...you always write such nice things! xo Paulette

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  113. Nezzy! Your photo is absolutely wonderful! & as always your write is full of beauty & joys ... bless you all.

    Hope your day was filled with joy & beauty ...

    Have a lovely weekend.
    TTFN ~ Hugs, Marydon

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  114. Oh my goodness, what a sweet post! Thank you for stopping by and leaving your precious comment. Justin is actually my Nephew but his Mama is my little Sister and I guess I feel more like his Grandmother! Thanks again for popping in to see me! Have a blessed day!

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  115. What a beautiful picture and post! Que Sera Sera is one song I can remember singing as a very small girl. And, there CAN be females named John as well. I had an Aunt John! I think it was her nickname, but what she was known by, nonetheless! Thanks for this wonderful read, and I hope you had a fantastic Mother's Day! -Tammy

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  116. Hope you had a wonderful mum's day with your mum!! :) And boy oh boy, you can sure see the family resemblance in that photo -- sometimes it's hard to see, but y'all definitely look related. LOL

    Nezzy... hope you are having a wonderful weekend!!!

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  117. Such a great tribute to your Mom. It's funny because my own Mom used to sing that song a lot, too, and you really brought back some memories. Mom's are definitely wonderful people!

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  118. My goodness Nezzy!
    You are a popular gal! Hope your weekend is a good one. It's finally warm here again and maybe I can get some more planting done.
    Hugs, Cindy

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  119. Just stopping by to send you my love...hope you are well! ~Janine XO

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  120. Very nice post and wow what a pic! You have one of the cutest blogs I ever seen!!!

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  121. What a wonderful tribute to all the mothers in your life and to the important one, your mother.

    Happy Mother's Day to you, Belated but heart felt, none the less.

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