Thursday, July 29, 2010

WHEN I GROW UP (TO BE A MAN)


He came into the world with his fathers temperament showin' off his exuberant lung capacity for all to be aware that he'd dropped anchor on this earth. He was the baby that we gently stroked, rocked and walked incessantly simply tryin' to discover any magic trick that might soothe the beast within. Even though he could holler louder than a stuck pig, this tiny little squealer had my heart. Yep, this Ozark farm chick was a goner...it was love at first sight.
This little unequivocal clone of his daddy had an imagination that reached to the moon and back and yep, he knew how to use it. He could hold full intensive conversations with invisible beings and build massive complexes with materials only seen by his clever pint-sized peepers. Doctors visits and waiting rooms were never dull or boring. The little fella once crawled through the entire Springfield Zoo on all fours risin' only to tower over smaller animals (and children) to belt forth his humongous grizzly growls.
He's the innocent youngun who crawled into my lap with his pudgy little arms wrapped around my neck and announced quite boldly, "There are no bombs on eBay Grandma Muzzie!" Why, during our last Camp Grandma I gave the boys some fireworks left over from the previous year to 'shoot' some time and this one came inside for a roll of black tape which I delivered immediately 'cause I'm just that kinda Grandma . Then he nonchalantly responded, "unless you have a problem with sparkler bombs." (This request was only done for my reaction...the tape went quickly back to the tool box) Now hold on to your bloomers, the lad can't help it....the pyro gene runs in our family. We never run short on pyrotechnical alpha males during the Forth of July Bash. Besides, we've got to keep some trainin' in the bull pen ya know.....some are gettin' a little long in tooth for such explosive shenanigans. I won't go there, you know who you are!
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The Earth and our family was blessed the day Ethan Issac (Ike) arrived. He entered the life of a teenager by reciting both I Corinthians thirteen and Philippians four from memory at his thirteenth birthday party. Soundin' like the boastful rockin' grandma chick I am, he's quite the young gent. Able to speak Latin and takin' first trumpet chair at District Honor Band , Ethan also has his own lawnmowin' business during summer break. Maybe a little OCFD (Obsessive Compulsive Flower Disorder) runs in the family too...Heeehehehe! He is a polite young man of God, a wonderful big brother and a great help to his Mom and Dad. Now, if that doesn't make this chick's heart sing ya'll best call the coroner and check my pulse. This gals proud as punch to burst her buttons as Ethan sings that Beach Boy's hit written by Brian Wilson and released by Capitol Records August 24, 1964 , "When I Grow Up To Be A Man!!!"

Note: No fingers, toes or grandkiddos were injured durin' this blog

76 comments:

  1. Happy Birthday Ethan Issac!

    What a fun post about a fine young man Nezzy! I know you all are so very proud of him. Great pictures too!

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  2. What a handsome young man. Happy Birthday Ike! You are one lucky grandma and have every right to be PROUD!

    Hope you are recovering from those shingles. I often wonder how you are doing.

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  3. Sounds like you have the right to be a proud grandma. He sounds a little like my middle son was growing up. Happy Birthday Ike!

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  4. I'm here pokin' around right back at you. Promise I'll try not to trip and knock something over.

    Well shucks you ought to be proud! Men like that are hard to find today. :)

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  5. What a daring and imaginative boy! You speak of him with such love and soul. The boy sure has captured grandma's love. Happy Birthday to this lucky fella!

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  6. NEZZY DEAREST!!!! HOw utterly exciting and wonderful to hear from you! But dear one, you had to battle SHINGLES...I did too about 22 years ago after my momma and daddy both died together. What a horrible experience to be sick myself after all that ordeal. Another blogger pal has been out for at least a month and a half; I hope you are recovered and ready to come back! I just LOVED this post! You have such a bright and hilarious way of conveying the emotion behind your thoughts! What a darling boy you have here.....I just adore little boys. Girls are totally awesome, no doubt. But the way boys see the world is so fabulous. You have a beautiful grandson here.......dearest, do take care and thank you for for your dear comments!

    WELCOME BACK HOME TO BLOGLANDIA AND THE SISTAHOOD! ANITA

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  7. Hi Nezzy Sweetie...
    I am so thrilled to see you post, and what a beautiful post it is. Ike is SO handsome and just the cutest thing. (My grand daughter Destiny turned 13 - June 17th.) I love his photos and the cake looks so yummy. Looks like he got some really nice gifts for his special day.

    Sweetie, Marydon told me you had been suffering horribly. I am so sorry as I did not know. I am still in the same boat I was 3 months ago. I still have very little voice, and the dr. told me last week this may be permanent from all the coughing that I have done for 3 months. I am also have horrible issues with my blood sugars from the steroids I have to take for my lungs. The circulation in my left foot is not good. I have to address those issues tomorrow with my endocronologist. If it isn't one thing it is half a dozen of another.

    Well sweetie, I will be remembering you in prayer. I am glad to hear at least you were able to celebrate. Have a gorgeous sweet friend, and thank you so much for blessing me with your love and friendship. Country hugs girl, Love, Sherry

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  8. What a great kid he is! Happy birthday to him (and I love that cake!)

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  9. There's a young man who is going to grow up to be a wonderful grown man, and I am sure you have had a hand in that, Nezzy. Thanks for sharing how special he is to you.

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  10. He sounds like a really neat guy, and I can see why you're proud. I love birthday tributes and hope he had a happy, happy day.

    =)

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  11. Great post, and what a wonderful smile he has!

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  12. Handsome young man, and you have every reason to be so proud! Thanks for commenting on my blog; you certainly caught my attention with your blog title! Love it, just too funny! Reading through some of your posts, it seems that we actually have a lot in common (funny, though, I'm a city girl...) grin

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  13. I don't think you're proud enough!

    What a great grand son!

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  14. You are blessed with a wonderful grandson! Happy birthday to him. :)

    My son would be over the moon to get a Star Wars whatever... he is so into Star Wars right now.

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  15. Praise God for such a wonderful testimony about your precious grandson! He deserves a celebration more than once a year.

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  16. Hey Nezzy, Glad to see you blogging and hope that means you are feeling MUCH better.

    Your grandson is a handsome young man. It's easy to see why you're so proud of him. ANd for the record, Grandma is always allowed to brag a little :-)

    xo jj

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  17. Oh sheesh Grandma Nezzy you better get ready!!! That Ethan is going to drive the girlies crazy and you know it!!! Those beautiful eyes and that gorgeous smile!!!! And Yeah all is well with respect to limbs a fallin' in our little bit of country. Nezzy you crack me up :)

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  18. He is a handsome young man and I wish him a Happy Birthday! Don't they grow up fast though. Thanks for sharing your birthday celebration!

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  19. Grandchildren are what I was born to do- love them and spoil them by saying yes, yes, yes. And I thought I loved my kiddos more than life.... hmm

    Your little fellow is gorgeous.

    T

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  20. What a wonderful young man! You have every right to be proud. My son and daughter were also first chair (drums and flute) in honor bands, and I know what tremendous talent and hard work goes into that accomplishment.

    Love the alien cake! Did you make it? And how are you? Shingles are well on their way to oblivion, I hope!

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  21. Happy Birthday, Ethan!

    What a wonderful post and what a wonderful, handsome young man. Thank you, for sharing him with us.

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  22. Oh Nezzy - I got tingles reading about your precious grandson!! What a delight he must be. Talented and so handsome - I think he takes after you!!!

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  23. Great to see your blog up again,hope you are getting back to normal after your bout with shingles. You sure have a right to be proud of that g-son,sounds like he is a wonderful young man and handsome too.
    Have a blessed tomorrow

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  24. Happy Birthday to Ike! What a wonderful tribute to him.

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  25. You just keep right on crowin' about this wonderful young man. He's absolutely adorable and he must be adorable on the inside too. He's makin' you proud - and that's something to celebrate!

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  26. Well, I just grinned all the way through this one! :) Yep! Your a Grandma alright!
    Hugs,
    Mona

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  27. What an adorable tribute to your grandson! I'm sure he'll love telling his grandkids about it when he's a grandpappy!

    Happy Birthday, Ethan!!

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  28. Happy Birthday to Ike! Grands are great..we have a teenager too..(I am getting older). He sounds like a wonderful young man, I wondered about the weed trimmer..but if he has his own lawn mowing service it will make trimming much easier.
    It was good to see a post from you..I hope you are feeling all better:)

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  29. What a great boy....Loved it....Hope you are feeling much better...

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  30. Happy Birthday to Ethan!
    I'm sorry to say--I just don't think you are very proud of him. Ha! Ha!

    Super!

    Great to have you back.

    Love ya!

    Melinda

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  31. Happy birthday Ethan!

    They grow up far, far too quickly.

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  32. It is great to see you up and about in blogland. Your grandson sounds like a kind and loving human being, and I know you are enjoying watch him grow into the man he is meant to be. Hugs to you and big Happy Birthday wishes to your sweet grandson.

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  33. Such a cutie who is obviously the apple of Grandma's eye. You have every right to be proud and hopefully the terrible teens passes him by. They rarely show the "teen" side to grandparents though so just enjoy that fine young man.

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  34. Happy Birthday Ike! You are quiet the man! I love your smile and it's wonderful you have stolen your grandma's heart! Keep on making her proud!
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  35. Happy Birthday to Ethan!
    That is one of my favorite names too. He is very handsome and he sounds very creative and smart!
    Just like his proud Grandma!
    And I hope you are feeling better Nezzy. I always think of you and those nasty shingles you've had to deal with.
    I'm off to the fair! I got a blue on my flower arranging, who knew!
    Hugs,
    Cindy

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  36. Very cute kiddo! Cute cake too.
    Ya, some of those kids really get stuck in your heart.

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  37. You should have entitled your post "Love at first sight and also at second".
    Your descriptive expressions of your adorable grandson IKE show your great Love and Pride for him. He's temperamental, imaginative, polite to God, helpful to his parents, musical. What else could one wish for in a grandson?
    Happy Birthday to Ike!

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  38. a blessing indeed. it encourages me to hear that "they" are still making them like him

    (Hey, your blog changed colors, mid comment)

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  39. Happy Birthday to Ethan...

    What a good post...A copy of this needs to be put back for him to read in later years. I can tell that you are a proud grandmother and rightly so. He looks like a great kid and I would say that any young guy that will quote scripture on his birthday has to be tops.

    Enjoyed your blog
    shug

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  40. Is he up for adoption? :) I've always wanted a son and he sounds like the perfect one for me. Although, I'd have to keep the matches and lighter fluid out of his reach.

    I hope that Ethan has a wonderful birthday adequately fitting for such a great guy that he is.

    Did you make his alien cake?

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  41. Awwwww....Happy Birthday to a wonderful young man. Neat cake! Neat boy! Neat pictures! Neat story!

    Where does the time go?

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  42. He certainly sounds like a keeper to me! You must be bustin' all kinds of buttons.

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  43. what a handsome young man...can see why your so proud of him...my grandson is 5 weeks old...and I'm already head over heals for him...and he looks like my son...love your blog..

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  44. Oh teenagers are so much fun - and wow his own lawn service --- Great job! Happy Birthday Ike!

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  45. It's no wonder that you're a proud grandma, Nezzy.

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  46. Happy Birthday Ike you little cutie! The 29th is a good day for grandbabies being born. Sophia turned 1 that day.

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  47. Hi..thanks for your visit and kindness. This sounds like a great young man and I know how that is too..I have some of those too. Cute how all your post titles are song titles! :D

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  48. What a handsome young man!! Happy Birthday to him!!

    Have a nice day, Nezzy.

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  49. This melted my heart!!! What a sweet tribute to your special boy.

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  50. You are blessed!! You have special grandkids.

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  51. Happy birthday to your special grandson!

    I know the exact feeling you have for him..my 9 year old granddaughter is the light of my life!

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  52. Happy Birthday to a sweet sweet boy..
    Just came by to see how you are feeling..read your comment on my blog the other day! Hope you are back to your normal amazing self. xoxoxoxoo Hugs for a happy weekend..oh and by the way...I adore the CAKE!!!

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  53. Awww..he looks like just the sweetest young man..and he resembles you a bit, Nezzie.
    Proud grandma with good reason. Congrats!

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  54. Happy Birthday!!! My son, Isaac, has a birthday TODAY!!! Big 6 years old ;-)


    Melanie
    ~ melscoffeebreak.blogspot.com ~

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  55. A very happy birthday to him! My younger son is 13 - it's an interesting age.

    Just to let you know, I had to change the URL for my blog. This avatar links to the new website.

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  56. Aw... he's a cutie...! Happy Birthday, Ike. I think your grandma is proud of you.

    Nezzy, you don't look old enough to be a grandma. :-)

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  57. Stopping back by to say that I hope you are feeling better and that you have a blessed Sunday Nezzie.

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  58. Happy Birthday to your Grandson!

    Thanks for stopping by and visiting! Your comment on my condom post was hysterical! Thanks for the laughs!!

    I am now following you. Please follow me if you haven't already done so!!

    I would like to invite you to join the Over 40 Bloggers Club!! Take a look and join in the fun!

    Have a great week and its a pleasure to meet you!

    Java

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  59. Wow you sound as pleased as punch...I would be too!!! Good on you...Many blessings to you Nezzy, Dzintra♥x

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  60. Aww, what a lovely young man! I can see why you're so proud of him. Happy Birthday!

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  61. what a handsome young man he is! i remember watching him in the nursery when he was just a tiny thing. i feel old today. :)

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  62. Happy Birthday to Ethan Isaac! He's blessed with one loving Grandma!

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  63. Hi Nezzy,
    Thanks for all of your sweet comments my dear. And try to stay cool in that 100 degree heat. It's going to be in the low 90's here with high humidity so probably not much better. I have to say though, I try not to complain because I wanted summer soooo bad!
    Hugs,
    Cindy

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  64. I must say I am embarassed to leave a comment after seing how mnay you have already got. Mercy!
    Just want to say that he is a nice looking young man and you bragged him up good and propper!

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  65. Ethen sounds like pure joy to be around. Aren't grandkids the best blessings?
    Gwen:)

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  66. That cake is adorable! My son lives for star wars too
    xoxo
    SC

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  67. What an awesome young man. Imagine what our country would be if all boys were raised up to be like Ike. Shucks, I'm proud of him just from reading this post. Plus he seems really pleased to have his own weed whacker. Way to go! Happy Birthday to you Ethan Issac.

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  68. That cake is PERFECT! Now I know what I want for my next birthday!

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  69. What a lovely post. You have every right to be proud!!

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  70. What a great tribute and your grandson sounds like a gem. Look out! The girls might come around soon.

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  71. I can see why you are so proud of this young man!!

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  72. Awww, what a handsome young man!!! He has obviously made you all very proud!!!

    Love the alien cake!!!

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  73. That is such a cute cake... hope he had a wonderful birthday.

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  74. This is a wonderful tribute to a wonderful young man, but I would expect no less of grandchild of yours :) (no pressure, haha)

    P.S. Thank goodness they grow out of colic!!

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  75. Happy Birthday Ethan. What a blessing to have you for a Grandma. Much Love my friend,

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