Well...another one of my family members is celebrating a birthday. My neice Mamie, currently in Chile studying and learning, is celebrating her birthday. And in honor of her birthday I'd like to share a little of her with you. Here are a few photos I took of her at one of our Christmas Family Gatherings....isn't she beautiful and sweet and Oh....what nice teeth....We love you Mamie!!!

Love your Aunts!

Wow...How do I start. I sit here with the TV going and think about all those people in New Orleans, Mississippi and Alabama. The footage is so sad. Sure some fortunate folks got out of there and yes some have gotten relief. But what about all those who are still suffering and dying. It makes me start thinking about a lot of things. Well, first I'd like to thank my parents for all they have done for me. I have recently taken a position at my place of employment that exposes me to all types of folks. Those that are wealthy and those that live in poverty. I am constantly telling those that ask me how I like my new position how grateful I am for my upbringing and the things I've been given in life. No, we were not rich in material things. No I never wanted for anything (except that pony but that's another story) but this recent tragedy in LA, MS and AL has really opened my eyes even wider and I hope it opens the eyes of others too. We need to pull together the greatest resources available to make sure we can handle situations such as these. I think we need a better plan....don't you?