"What lies behind us, and what lies before us are small matters
compared to what lies within us."
- Ralph Waldo Emerson

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

'Twas the night before flying....

....and all through the house, many people were starting to freak out.




The children were jumping on top of their beds, visions of mommy leaving them in their sweet heads.

The suitcase wasn't packed, the laundry wasn't done,

We were all feeling kind of bummed.

Away to Kroger I flew like a flash, throwing things in the bag I hoped wouldn't mash.

Now Isabella, now Anastasia, now Catherine, go to sleep,

because mommy's feeling stressed and she may take a leap!

Then what to our wondering eyes did appear,

my friend, Theresa, bringing snacks of good cheer.

I knew in a twinkling this night would soon end,

and we would be flying at 4 am.

You'll hear me exclaim as I fly out of Atlanta,

"Oh no! I forgot to pack my pajamas!

THANK YOU all for the support and caring and kindness!!! I could never do it without all of you!! I am taking my laptop and my camera, so I will be posting lots of pictures of our adventure!
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14 comments:

  1. Christie MOctober 19, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    What hospital will the surgery take place? I'd love to come and sit with you! :)

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  2. Christie MOctober 19, 2011 at 5:50 PM

    Ooopss! I forgot to say... I LOVE YOUR POEM! :)

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  3. KellyOctober 19, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    You guys are in my thoughts. *hugs* Hang in there, superwoman!

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  4. The Annessa FamilyOctober 19, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    Love you sweet friend! LOVE YOU SO MUCH!

    Brooke
    www.TheAnnessaFamily.blogspot.com

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  5. AmyOctober 19, 2011 at 6:14 PM

    Loved the poem!! Sending lots of prayers!!

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  6. JoleneOctober 19, 2011 at 6:53 PM

    Oh my gravy! I am praying for the flight, for the surgeries, for the finances, for everything!

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  7. UnknownOctober 19, 2011 at 6:54 PM

    Loved the poem! Praying for all of you!

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  8. AnonymousOctober 19, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    Yes! Praying for safe travels, successful surgeries, and quick recoveries. God bless you!

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  9. Theresa ShenOctober 19, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    Thank You for all your prayers! God is sending her a sweet angel to aid her travels!

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  10. Angela_From_TexasOctober 19, 2011 at 8:01 PM

    Texas is ready and waiting for your arrival! I pray for a good flight. I hope the surgery goes quick and good. -Angela

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  11. StephanieOctober 20, 2011 at 2:56 AM

    Safe trip and God bless, WE ARE PRAYING!!!

    Post when you can:)

    It's 5:53 here, I haven't had coffee, and I slept for about a minute last night but you made me laugh with this poem. What a gift you have , Catherine!

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  12. CarolynOctober 20, 2011 at 7:22 AM

    Good luck with everything and I will be thinking and sending prayers your way!!

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  13. HansinaOctober 20, 2011 at 7:32 AM

    Loved the poem! Well, being in Texas, you are getting closer to me! I would love to talk when you get a chance! Praying for you and the babies!

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  14. Connie ReneeOctober 21, 2011 at 6:23 PM

    What a gift you have for letting us know that you are stressed out but then we felt like you were really trying to make us giggle at the same time! It was priceless & one of a kind! Praying that surgeries will go as planned & for the medical staff to be at their best!

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