Who Knew..........

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HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TAMARA AND JEFF

I should have posted this on Friday,October 24. However, I was busy with my grand babies- So, Just wanted to take a few minutes to wish my sister and her husband Jeff a belated HAPPY ANNIVERSARY - You guys' are great- Wishing for you 2 many more years together full of God's blessing.

Love.

Rhonda

Friday Afternoon with Cade-Cam

This afternoon I picked up my 2 grandson's for a weekend vist. Now, how cool is that? (as Cameron would say)- it's one of his many new words. We were driving to my home in the country as Caden started singing a song he had learned at pre-school (something about a bear and I'm not scared). On the way we had to stop by the bank. I decided to use the one that has the plastic container. Needless, to say the boys' loved watching how it all worked so much the lady at the drive-thur sent the suckers on a second trip so the kids' could watch it work again.
We arrived at our home(Abuela&Pop) the kids we great we did dinner, bathes, reading of books popcorn, then after teeth brushing off to bed both in bed before 9:00pm and ASLEEP. We have adventures panned for Sat and Sun so be sure to check back in for weekend updates.

Cameron's Birthday Party

We had a wonderful time this afternoon at the party. The theme was "Spider Man" with a yummy Spider Man cake with whipped icing, chips, ice cream, soda. Cameron received lots of nice gifts from all the guest. The people who attended were: Maw-Maw, Grand-Grand, Aunt Teresa, Uncle Barry, Amanda, Nana, Abuela(ME), Pop, Dillon, Dalton, Brittany, Aunt Bernice, Mama, Daddy and big brother Caden.

Happy Birthday Cameron Jackson

Today is my youngest grandson's birthday. He is 2 years old today!!!!!!!!!. He is beautiful, sweet, wild, messy, full of energy, thankful, a blessing to us all, into everything and I mean everything. He is a rock climber ( or thinks he is), is a jumper and a screamer if he does not get his way!!!, knows all about the "Naughty" spot (he even has frequent visitor points by now). He is smart, loving and all BOY. Just to let you know we all LOVE him just the way he is. He loves to eat BUT no olives please........and no tuna. So, Cameron today is your special day HOPE IT IS FUN FILLED AND FULL OF GOD'S BLESSING.

LOVE ,

ABUELA "A" AND POP

Quote by Dana Reeve 1961-2006

"I learned a long time ago life just isn't fair....You just forge ahead".

Dana Reeve

You Are My Sunshine....

I would like for you to meet my two beautiful grandchildren Caden(4) and Cameron (2). They have my heart needless, to say and are my sunshine in life. They have brought much joy and happiness and a few tears since coming to join "our litter". There proud parents are Michael Justin and Lisa, which by the way are "the best parents". So, just in case you little one's get to read this I wanted to let you know how much you are loved by your Abuela and Pop... I also, wanted to tell everyone about your weekend vist................ So, come along for the fun!

This past weekend both of my angels got to come for a vist we went to vist "The Berry' Kidz" and baby Lilly (by the way they are cuz's and part of the litter) on Saturday afternoon. We also dressed up in halloween custoums like pumpkins on Saturady morning and of course Abuela had to take pixs while our Pop watched!.... Then on Sunday we went to the Kid's Corner Park in the afternoon and had ice cream. Needless, to say we had lots of fun! - Ok still no pix- we will try later-computer problems!-POSTING ANYWAY!



Stuff we had to eat while on the weekend vist: PB toast, apples, Fruity Cherrios and other good stuff.......

James Gordon Suthers

This is for my youngest son James better known as "Jay" to many. He graduated in June 2007 from James River High School Class of 2007. He is now a full-time college student at DSLCC and a part-time employee at Ruby Tuesday's in Lexington, Virginia. Just wanted to give him his few minutes of fame on my blog. We are so proud of you Jay........

"Keep Looking Up, That's Where Blessing Come From"

Love,

Mom and Johnny

Before I Was A Mom....

Before I was a Mom

Before I was a Mom I never tripped over toys or forgot words to a lullaby.
I didn't worry whether or not my plants were poisonous.
I never thought about immunizations.
Before I was a Mom I had never been puked on.
Pooped on, Chewed on, Peed on.
I had complete control of my mind and my thoughts.
I slept all night.
Before I was a Mom I never held down a screaming child so doctors could do tests.
Or give shots.
I never looked into teary eyes and cried.
I never got gloriously happy over a simple grin.
I never sat up late hours at night watching a baby sleep.
Before I was a Mom I never held a sleeping baby just because I didn't want to put it down.
I never felt my heart break into a million pieces when I couldn't stop the hurt.
I never knew that something so small could affect my life so much.
I never knew that I could love someone so much.
I never knew I would love being a Mom.
Before I was a Mom I didn't know the feeling of having my heart outside my body.
I didn't know how special it could feel to feed a hungry baby.
I didn't know that bond between a mother and her child.
I didn't know that something so small could make me feel so important and happy.
Before I was a Mom I had never gotten up in the middle of the night every 10 minutes to make sure all was okay.
I had never known the warmth, The joy, The love, The heartache,
The wonderment or the satisfaction of being a Mom.
I didn't know I was capable of feeling so much before I was a Mom.
And before I was a Grandma, I didn't know that all those "Mom" feelings more than doubled when you see that little bundle being held by "your baby".
Remember that behind every successful mother... Is a basket of dirty laundry. .

For Michael Justin and James Gordon

A Son

A son is a wonderful blessing

A treasure from above

His laughter, warmth and special charm

He's thoughtfulness and love

A son brings a special joy

That comes from deep inside

And as he grows to manhood

He fills your heart with pride

With every year that passes

He's more special than before

Through every stage, through every age

You love him even more

No words can describe the warm memories

The pride and gratitude, too

That comes from having a son

To love and to cherish... just like you

Love, Mom

Happy Birthday Lisa...

Wishing you a hugely HAPPY BIRTHDAY to a WILD AND WONDERFUL DAUGHTER IN LAW.

Love,

Rhonda, Johnny and Jay

My wish for you on this special day are those of many blessing's to come your way in the year ahead and that you find the beauty in the simple joy's of daily life.

May your life always be filled with Love, Blessings, Family and Friend's.

My Sister.....

My Sister (Tamara), Her Oldest Daughter Emily, Ronald Franklin Berry (2005)

My baby sister is the mother of (5) beautiful children and (1) granddaughter. They are Jeremy , Jody, Emily, Ronald Franklin and Annalisa Faith. They range in age from 25 to 1 year old. Her granddaughter was born 09-12-08. She is a wonderful mother and grandmother. The BEST if you ask me! -

"There are only two things we can give our children roots and wings" and leave the rest to God...

Your....

Your Heart is your Love,> Your love is your Family ,> Your family is your Future ,> Your future is your Destiny,> Your destiny is your Ambition,> Your ambition is your Aspiration ,> Your aspiration is your Motivation ,> Your motivation is your Belief ,> Your belief is your Peace ,> Your peace is your Target ,> Your target is Heaven.

With my whole heart I seek you; let me not wander from your commandments! Psalm 119:10

Abuela's Angels

Lisa, Cade, Cam

I would like for you to meet my two beautiful grandchildren. They are Caden (4 1/2) and Cameron(2) they are my sunshine when days are dark and grey, they can light up a room with just a smile, and needless, to say they have my heart and soul.

Love,
Abuela

Happy Birthday Jeff

October 4, 2008
My brother-in-law Jeffery Berry will celebrate his birthday. He is a wonderful man and my sister's soulmate. They have 5 beautiful children- Jeremy, Jody, Emily, Ronald Franklin and Annalise Faith. So, enjoy your special day!

Happy Birthday Jeff...We Love You-

The J-team and Me

Baby Pixs....

Rhonda "Me"-center- Baby Justin

Life takes place in the things we do...

Life doesn't live in the things that we have. It takes place in the things that we do coming and going, building and bonding, laughing and even grieving.

Jay, Jody, Emily

Are we cute or what!

Emily, Jay, Jody

Welcome Lillian Grace Woody

Meet my new great neice Lillian Grace Woody born 09-12-08.
Weight 8 lbs. 13.5 ounces 21" inches
Proud Parents: Emily and Ben

My Daddy’s Hand
Daddy, take my hand in yours and you will plainly see, How very much I need you now to love and care for me.

As my little hand grows, I will need you even more,

Everything I do in life, I have never done before.

Teach me to be kind and loving, sharing and forgiving;

Show me through your acts of love the pure joy of living

The years will pass by quickly, and one day I will be grown

I will pass what you have taught me on to children of my own

Hold me always in your thoughts and remember when we are apart

The special love between a child and a daddy's heart.

Life....

Lessons on Life
There was an Indian Chief who had four sons. He wanted his sons to learn not to judge things too quickly. So he sent them each on a quest.., in turn..,
to go and look at a pear tree that was a great distance away. The first son went in the Winter, the second in the Spring, the third in Summer,
and the youngest son in the Fall.When they had all gone and come back, he called them together to describe what they had seen. The first son said that the tree was ugly, bent, and twisted.The second son said "no" it was covered with green buds and full of promise.The third son disagreed; he said it was laden with blossoms that smelled so
sweet and looked so beautiful. It was the most graceful thing he had ever seen. The last son disagreed with all of them; he said it was ripe and drooping with fruit, full of life and fulfillment.The man then explained to his sons that they were all right, because they had
each seen but only one season in the tree's life.He told them that you cannot judge a tree, or a person, by only one season, and that the essence of who they are and the pleasure, joy, and love that come from
that life can only be measured at the end, when all the seasons are up. If you give up when it's Winter, you will miss the promise of your Spring,
the beauty of your Summer, the fulfillment of your Fall.Moral:Don't let the pain of one season destroy the joy of all the rest. Don't judge life by one difficult season.Persevere through the difficult patches and better times are sure to come.


Live Simply,

Love Generously,

Care Deeply,

Speak Kindly,

Leave the Rest to God,

Happiness keeps You Sweet,

Trials keep You Strong,

Sorrows keep You Human,

Failures keep You Humble,

Success keeps You Glowing,

But God keeps You Going!

When Love Comes Your Way

“When Love Comes Your Way”

Like a shooting star across the sky,
When love comes your, you grasp it with all your heart.
As you start your life together, everyday is a chance to
Make memories to fill your book of life.
Memories are treasures that can be cherished and
Relived no matter when or where you are.
Love is a gift that once opened, never stops giving,
Is always returnable and is perpetually renewable.
Love is a wonderful mystery that has endless paths to explore.
Time is also a precious gift.
Whether its minutes,
or hours or days, whether it’s a call to say”hi” or a note
That says’ “I love you”.
A walk on the beach together, a drive down a country road,
An afternoon of quiet time together or that special look
That says more than words ever could.
It’s the simple things that don’t cost anything but your time
And your love; these things cherished and remembered.
God never gives us more than we can handle.
May God bless your marriage, your life and your love.
May He give you more joy than you ever imagined.

More Pixs of the Children

Emily and Anna 2008

Who is the J-Team and Me?

This is a name my Daddy gave to his first grandchildren as you read you will see just how this all came to be. The "J-Team"of grandchildren existed of Justin, Jeremy, James, Jordon. Then along came "Little Miss. Emily". Now, if you knew my Daddy he had nicknames for all- "Earl", "Pete", "Jaybob", "Cottontop", and "Miss Emily". These children were his pride and joy of course since they were his"grandchildren". Now, as time passed many years later we have now added more grandchildren- Ronald Franklin(2) and Annalise Faith(1) both just as special to our family. As of now we even have great-grandchildren- Justice Caden (4) and Cameron Jackson( 2), Lillian Grace (born 09-12-08). We are a large family and love children as you can plainly see by reading this posting.

"Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from him" Psalm 127:3 (NLT)