Contributing Writer: Leslie Foster at Pondering of an Ohio Farm Girl Today would have been my mom’s 61st birthday. Though she’s in heaven, so many of the lessons she taught me remain part of who I am. Recently I was thinking of one really important lesson that I learned from my mom: You are capable. This concept of capability wasn’t directed specifically at me, because of any special skills that I had. And I’m pretty sure Mom never just came out and said, “Leslie, you can do stuff.” But … [Read more...]
What I Wish I Could Say To My Mom
~Welcome, to the fourth story in our series, beYOUtiful Mom! ~ Contributing Writer: Leslie Foster It is that time of year again. Reminders are everywhere to buy your mom a card or flowers or candy. And so you should. Don’t forget your mom! This is my eighth Mother’s Day without a mother. I had a wonderful mother for twenty-four years, and then she went to heaven in December of 2004. I miss her every day. I still think about calling her when I feel lonely or confused or need good … [Read more...]
Lovely Handmade Mother’s Day Cards
Handmade is a word I appreciate! Mostly because of all the time I know someone has put into it. I am sure any mother will enjoy these lovely, creative and simple cards. These may look like elaborate cards but they are so easy to make. Kelly is going to share with us in 2 parts how to make these simple but lovely cards for mom or grandma. The beauty of homemade cards is that you can change them around to work for any occasion. These can easily be a teachers appreciation card, thank you … [Read more...]