"When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure."
On Monday October 24, 2011, Grandma Rosie passed away. For those that knew her were honestly, in my opinion, better people. She had a certain "kick" to her, no matter how many birthdays she celebrated. Rosie was a very generous, giving, kind-hearted, selfless individual who told you how it was. She was a mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt. She loved to entertain and make tons of food for others. She loved her family more than anything. Just the way she looked at her grandchildren (all 13 of them), or the way she said "Marky"... you could see and hear the unconditional love she held for each and every one of them. She had one of the biggest hearts and was always thinking of others, as well as putting others before herself. I was blessed to have known her for 4 short years... I just wish Easton would have had the privilege of getting to know his great grandmother as well. I know that he would have been extremely loved by her - and I regret them never meeting. She will be greatly missed by many and thought of often.
Along with Rosie's funeral this past weekend was Easton's baptism. It really is true that "life goes on". We had the baptism planned for over a month, and when we got the call about Rosie's passing, I wondered if we should reschedule the baptism. I was told "absolutely not." When I think more about it, this past weekend was a perfect example of the mysterious ways God works. He gained one amazing lady... and in return he gave our family the
gift of baptizing Easton. Rosie's 81 years of life ended, and Easton's life is just beginning. The baptism was a positive way to end a sad weekend, and I don't think Rosie would have had it any other way.
I have quite a few pictures of the baptism to share:
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| With Pastor Colin |
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| Grandpa and Grandma Plaine |
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| 4 generations |
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| 4 generations |
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| My sweet, happy baby |
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| My family |
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| Easton's godparents |
So, all in all, October was a pretty good month. I went back to work and Easton and I got back on a schedule. Easton is doing really well :) He is loving daycare and is smiling and making noises more and more every day. I absolutely adore him! The other kids at daycare try to make him smile/laugh and this one little girl sings to him all the time. They are always excited to see Easton and sad to see him go. I think Karen's daycare is a good fit for him and we are very happy :)
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| Easton was a pumpkin for Halloween :) |
November is a busy month for us as we will be making a couple trips up North... one for deer hunting and the other for Thanksgiving. It's my mom's birthday as well as Katie's birthday.. the big 21!!!! So there is lots to celebrate this month :) I'm also looking forward to this month because that means I can start listening to Christmas music and decorating our house for the holidays!!! My favorite time of year :) I will also be looking for fun baking ideas for the holidays - so if you have any, feel free to share! I'm hoping my friend, Cassie, will update some on her
blog for me ;)
I hope everyone has a wonderful rest of the week - REMINDER: turn your clocks back an hour on Sunday!!
I only met Rosie a couple times, and she really was such a sweet lady. God really does work in mysterious ways and I think it is very true that in times of sorrow, happiness is brought as well. The memories you guys have of Rosie will live on forever! Easton did so great at the baptism, and he is seriously the most adorable little boy I have ever seen! He is just so precious, and I love the age he is right now when he can coo and talk back to us and those SMILES get me every time! :) I am really looking forward to seeing you all in a week and a half again! Can't wait! :) I am super excited for the holidays as well, and can't wait to turn on Christmas music! Have you listened to Justin Beiber's new song/album yet? I haven't but I have only heard good things about it hah! I love you guys!
ReplyDeleteI love reading your blog!!! You have a gift with what you do! Teaching, writing, talking, especially to your little Easton!! He just zooms in on your voice when you are talking!! You can see the bond you hold with him, and the motherly instinct is so there! No more worries on what kind of mother you will be!! One word describes you, nurturing!! The 3 of you are such a nice happy family, and we are so very proud!!
ReplyDeleteRosie was an amazing women the few times I got to meet her. but you are right about God working in mysterious ways, and I thought that same thing when I heard the news. :( On a happier note, I too am excited for Christmas. Last year we didn't get to decorate much, but this year will be fabulous- :) Plus it will be a special one for you guys as well with it being Easton's first-such and exciting time.
ReplyDeleteOh and Caitlin-JB's new song Mistletoe is pretty good-I'll be buying the album :D
Made me cry :( Grandma was the BEST person and I'm so sad that she never met Easton because I know how much she wanted to.
ReplyDeleteBut I am very glad that the we went on with the plans of having Easton's baptism ... truly was a great thing!
Love you!