A Message to Diana as She Graduates High School

 

Wasn’t it yesterday that you were yelling “Mama!?” from way beyond…

You were always such a precocious little girl…or sassy as people said…but I wouldn’t have it any other way.

We knew, from day one, that you were a survivor.  You fought so much sickness during your first year…it broke my heart that you were in so much pain.  You know what though?  You fought through it and you learned to battle early. A survivor then as now.

 

I thought I would just throw some thoughts on paper as you get ready to graduate high school.  The things that come to my mind when I think of you; the words; the phrases; the memories.  There are just so many and I have written many in the book of advice I gifted you.

 

When you visit my blog in the future, I hope you will find posts like this one and hear my voice encouraging you- believing in you- reminding you just how strong you are and most importantly how much you are loved.

 

So…these are the words I think of when someone asks me about Diana Mary

Frower

Bouwll

My Baby Bumble Bee

Diana…Diana Mary…Mama’s Pretty Girl

Monk- The Monk- Monkey

Acid Reflux

Endless Energy

 

My Broadway Baby

Clara

ADHD

Bahamas

Disney 

 

Punta Cana

The Lake

The Beach

Mommy Daughter Boogie Board Day

Starbucks Dates

Aruba

Chipotle

 

Chic Fil A

Caesar Salad (no chicken!)

Ham and Swiss Croissant

Makeup Artist

Fashionista

My Dancer

My Tumbler

Cheerleader

Charlie Brown

The Spelling Bee

Mamma Mia

Les Miserables

Miss Diana- Our Future Teacher

Church Lover

Stubborn

Deserves To Be Loved

Saturday Night Live

Vanderpump  Rules

Aromas

 

Getting you on the bus to head to your first day of Kindgarten was challenging- I was sad- you were worried and already getting embarrassed by Dad and me waving to you.

 

I blinked.

 

Now we walk to the football field and get ready for the Pomp and Circumstance- I got my waterproof eyeliner, waterproof mascara and plenty of tissues.  Between the tears, I hope I smile and feel all the joy of this moment because I could not be more proud of the young woman you have become.  It has never been easy but you did it and did it with pure faith and grit.

 

We love you so much Diana.  Go get ‘em! XOXO

Friday Favorites (March 13, 2026)

 

Hi Friends and Happy Friday!  Friday the 13th? Well let's just not mention it shall we?  We are treading lightly...it is March and all...anyway, here are a few faves from our week....short and sweet...

 

 

MEMEs/Images That Brought Me A Smile

 

Grammy's Anniversary

 

This week marked 8 years since my mother in law passed- we visit her often, at the cemetery down the street, but we miss her all the time.  We feel her presence, always, especially as we celebrate special moments with the girls.

 

  

Diana's College Cheer Signing at WHS

 

Last night, we attended Diana's very last Sports Awards Night at WHS.  At these awards, they also hold ceremonies for athletes who are signing to play a sport at the college level.  Diana got to sign last night.  It was very special.  The grandparents were all in tow and we enjoyed the ceremony and then the Sports Awards right after.  We all agreed that we know so many of the kids after attending so many games and you find yourself celebrating all of their victories!

 

 

Can I be raw and candid here for a moment friends?  Yesterday ended up being a really hard day for us.  Thank God we had this special ceremony at night to cheer us all up.  I kept thinking back to Tuesday and how it was one of my favorite days personally and professionally and then yesterday everything seemed to fall apart- work wise- kid wise- drama and heartbreak and such- I felt the hits just keep on coming- checked if there was a full moon- there wasn't- then I really started questioning my faith- I have been lately and it got real yesterday- I have never had doubts like I have recently and that makes me sad- anyway- onward and upward- no other choice

 

Have a wonderful weekend XOXO