A great weekend

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The weather is so nice outside. I am excited about my mother's birthday on Monday. She has come a long way in a year. She is my hero. After being diagnosed with stage four breast cancer, she continues to work. 2008 was hard year for her but she was never negative and got up every day. She is my hero and inspiration. If she can do it, I can work on a better future for myself. She gives me hope.

Well enough computer stuff, It's time to hit the great outdoors. Have a good weekend.

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  1. AnonymousMarch 8, 2009 at 5:21 AM

    Hi, Wise Girl

    You have just made me remember a post I will write any time soon, I hope, a haiku titled "A mother is a dealer in hope".

    Is this serendipity or just an evidence? :)

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  2. AnonymousMarch 8, 2009 at 7:25 AM

    Hi again,

    Happy Birthday to your mother. Although I lost my mother years ago, she was my hero, too. Moms are the best, aren't they?

    Have a great weekend and enjoy the great outdoors.

    I'll see you again soon.

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  3. The Thrifty Book NerdMarch 9, 2009 at 1:17 PM

    Thank you both! My mom means the world to me.

    ReplyDelete

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