She loves money.

"For you see, each day I love you more.  Today more than yesterday and less than tomorrow."

Camryn was playing with her little purse and it's contents.  Bethany is wondering if this is an example of what is to come.  She threw the lipstick, wasn't really sure about the bracelet, but LOVED the money!

Surprise Continued

At the end of the party, she stood up and thanked everyone for coming.  She told everyone how lucky she felt to have such a wonderful family and good friends.  She surprised all of by doing this, but since she was recently diagnosed with Alzheimers, I think she has things to say and wants to let people know before the dimentia gets too bad. I took a picture of her with  the granddaughters.  We really missed Jodi and Emily not being there, but they had tickets to a hockey game in Philadelphia. Mom has 7 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren with 2 on the way.

Surprise

"Everyone is the age of their heart."

We had a belated surprise birthday party for my Mom on Saturday.  Mandi invited her to lunch as an excuse to get her there.  She was very surprised, as you can tell by her face when she came in the door.  We just had some family and a few of her good friends.

Memories

"The two offices of memory are collection and distribution."

Ty was always Jake's #1 fan when he was growing up.  He went along to all the soccer games and wrestling matches.  Everyone at Messiah College thought he was our 4th son.  It is so nice for me to see that Jake is there to support Ty, not only at matches, but opening up his home to him for meals and relaxation.

The Fans

"What greater thing is there for human souls than to feel that they are joined for life - to be with each other in silent unspeakable memories."

The kids could hardly wait to give Ty hugs and kisses.  He has always been such a role model for them and always gives them his time.  Of course, I could hardly wait to give him hugs and kisses myself!!  I'm ready for the match on Saturday at Virginia and the ones on Sunday at George Mason.

Maryland Continued

Maryland

"Positive anything is better than negative thinking." Once again, Ty had a whole army of fans behind him.  Everyone was so proud of him as he went onto the mat against Maryland's wrestler, 21-0, ranked 15th in the nation. He's been taking some beatings, but he IS going to get there! Love you TY.