ONE GOOD THING…
It’s time for the inaugural post of a new feature I’ve chosen to title “One Good Thing.” Each weekend, I’ll post something about what has been good to—or for—me during the week.
Birthday Celebration in Ohio
My mom turned 87 on January 22. Hale and hearty and feisty as ever, she celebrated quietly, resting up from her two-and-a-half month stay at my younger sister’s place in New Castle, Colorado. She returned home on the 17th.
I haven’t seen Mom since before she left for Colorado in early November, so it will be good to do so this weekend as we are traveling to Port Clinton, Ohio. And since we weren’t able to be there to celebrate on the actual day of her birthday, we will do so a week late.
We have a cake from her favorite bakery in Western Springs, Illinois, and we’ll enjoy a dinner at one of her favorite restaurants Saturday evening.
It will be good to take her on her errands and the usual trip to the grocery store or Wal-Mart. It’s far from exciting, but the running out and about is important to her all the same, and one of my regular “duties” I tackle during each visit.
It will be a short visit this time as we will be returning to Illinois Sunday afternoon. There are many miles between our houses, but I never dread making the trip to see her. Happy birthday, Mom.
And that’s one good thing!
Until next time, here’s wishing everyone a good week ahead. 🙂
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Such a lovely idea, Mark and your mum looks in great shape! Happy Birthday to her 🙂 Mary
Thank you, Mary!😊
Loved that “One good thing” story. Enjoy your stay with your mother even if is only a short stay, very precious memories in the years to come.
Thank you, kiwinana. It was a very nice “short” visit, but we managed to have a nice dinner with some of her favorite cake! 🙂
I couldn’t comment earlier today…I thought comments were closed. Your mother looks great, Mark! Happy Birthday to her!
Hi, Jill. Yeah, for some reason I had inadvertently unchecked the “Allow Comments” box when I was fooling around with scheduling the post. Sorry. I’m glad you checked back and offered your thoughts. We had a nice visit. Now, it’s back home and back to work on the writing. Have a great week! 🙂