While some sadness crept into our holidays with the death of my cousin, Paul, and the travel north to his funeral, our grandchildren – as they tend to do – provided us with some lightness of heart.
Eli found delight in a pile of his favorite food, cheese, at a restaurant, and was fascinated with the jellyfish at the Baltimore aquarium.
Alex is, well, Alex, still getting her sea legs as she continues learning to walk.
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Happy New Year, Noelle. 🥳
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And to you, Colleen! Happy writing!
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Thanks. The same to you.
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My great-nephew Robbie is about the same stage as Alex. Maybe not as solo yet… needs a hand!
Happy new year to you and your family, and condolences on your cousin.
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Thank you, Jackie. I hope you and the boys all have a healthy 2023.
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Happy New Year, Noelle. You have my sympathies about your brother Paul. I pray he passed peacefully.
The little ones are a delight! And I have to agree with Eli about the jellyfish at the Baltimore aquarium. I love them!
Wishing you a happy and healthy 2023. 🤗
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Paul’s death was sudden and unexpected so the only people who suffered are those he left behind. He was a gentle, kind, and funny guy. I thank God every day for my grandchildren. They make us laugh.
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Here’s the miracles that will be in 2023!
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Here’s to any and all miracles! Happy New Year Annette!
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Have a great New Year Noelle!
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Thanks, Wayne. May your and the eagles’ New Year be healthy!
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Beautiful Grandchildren, Noele. Happy New Year.
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Thanks, John. I think they’re kinda special, but all grandchildren are special!
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There is truth in that, Noelle.
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Happy New Year, Noelle. Beautiful grandchildren! Wishing you a new year filled with love and peace.
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Thanks, Barb. I think they are delightful but all grandchildren are, to my mind. I hope your 2023 is filled with success, great blogs, and happiness!
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Thank you, Noelle! I love seeing the little ones 🙂
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Your grandchildren are adorable!
My condolences for the loss of your cousin Paul.
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Thank you, Solitaire. Our lives would be dull without the children. 🙂
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Happy New Year! Alex and Eli are both so adorable!!!
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Thanks, Wendy! Those kids do make us happy! A prosperous and happy New Year to you!
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Your grandbabies are precious. Children are such a blessing and a joy to have in your life. ❤️
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Thanks, Sheri! Happy New Year!
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My pleasure and Happy New Year! Hopefully it will be a quiet, less stressful year for everyone.
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Happy New Year. Noelle! Lovely to read your posts and comments again. I’ll do my best to stay in touch in 2023!💝💖😘😘
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