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Wednesday, September 16, 2009

Some wonderful pics & a birthday!

My oldest son Derek and his family recently had their pictures taken by Real Life Photography here in Mayville. I just love these!

Cailee-10 years


Nora-6 years


Cutler-2.5 years




The whole family!



This photo just makes me all warm inside! Derek & his wife, Jeni.
Bless them all!

Also, it's my late mother's birthday today :) She would have been 72!

Donna Jeanne died at the age of 44 from the side effects of a prescription drug for her rheumatoid arthritis. 6 months from diagnosis to leaving us. I was 22 and have missed her ever since.
Happy Birthday Mom!!! Love and miss you.....always!
Darla♥
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14 comments:

  1. TesSeptember 16, 2009 at 7:26 PM

    Priceless! Those shots are clear vivid and simply beautiful!

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  2. Silke PowersSeptember 16, 2009 at 7:29 PM

    What a gorgeous family! I especially love the picture of Nora - what a laugh!!

    Incidentally, today is the anniversary of my mom's death. Similar to your mom, she was only 48 when she passed away and I was only 21. I realize how very young she was as I am now in my 40's... Here's a birthday wish for your lovely mom!!

    Hugs, Silke

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  3. AnonymousSeptember 16, 2009 at 9:46 PM

    Darla,
    Beautiful family, how very sad about your mother. OMG.. It is so sad to lose a family member. I lost my brother to a horrible death.. he was 44 and was my oldest brother.. I miss him so much... He was multi-talented, kind, loving, sensitive.
    He was killed on the streets for his jacket. Uffda!
    hugs, Darlene xo

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  4. AnonymousSeptember 16, 2009 at 11:19 PM

    What a beautiful family you have Darla both with you in life and spirit!
    ♥Sharon

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  5. NicolaSeptember 17, 2009 at 1:09 AM

    Beautiful photos Darla your mum included!!! xx

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  6. Michelle EatonSeptember 17, 2009 at 1:59 AM

    The photos are beautiful. What a wonderful family.

    Your Mum was so young. I am so sorry that you lost her at such a young age yourself. Happy Birthday to her :)

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  7. linda cardinaSeptember 17, 2009 at 4:12 AM

    your pictures and family are so beautiful! i really love the pic of your mom...so special. thank u for sharing, darla.

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  8. Lori AllberrySeptember 17, 2009 at 8:59 AM

    Oh Darlaaaaaaaaaa, Happy Birthday to your BEAUTIFUL mother, I know how much she means to you!!!
    And the pictures of your family, OMGOMGOMGOMGOMG! They are BEYOND BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!! I can NOT believe the kids are that OLD already - it seems IMPOSSIBLE!!!!! That photographer is just AWESOME! He/she captured such wonderful personalities from each and every one of them!!!!
    Love,
    L

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  9. Meg MitchellSeptember 17, 2009 at 9:07 AM

    I love the picture of your Mother. What a lovely picture.

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  10. Meg MitchellSeptember 17, 2009 at 10:55 AM

    I love the picture of your Mother. What a lovely woman.

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  11. ReneeSeptember 17, 2009 at 11:46 AM

    Sweet Darla this made me cry. I love the pictures of the kids and then to see your Mom. I remember when you told me of how she died. It still makes me mad.

    Love Renee xoxo

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  12. AnonymousSeptember 17, 2009 at 2:46 PM

    Your mum has the most beautiful eyes. She must of been such a special lady and miss her so very much.
    Your family photos, wow, they are gorgeous! What treasures, all of you!
    You are all so very beautiful!

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  13. UnknownSeptember 17, 2009 at 9:21 PM

    Hi Darla!!! these photos are amazing and I love the photo of your Mom...Happy Birthday to her and I know she is looking down and smiling with all you do...

    Hugs
    Diana

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  14. Serena LewisSeptember 19, 2009 at 11:52 PM

    What a beautiful family!

    How sad about your Mum passing away so young, Darla. (((Hugs)))

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