tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post7186244907469211863..comments2024-03-17T05:43:47.360-07:00Comments on Gwen Moss: blown awayLeslie Harrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06367872267145012395noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-13185083400262744822015-01-27T10:01:01.013-08:002015-01-27T10:01:01.013-08:00What a beautifully written post Leslie!! Your boys...What a beautifully written post Leslie!! Your boys are SUPER HANDSOME!! <br />Happy Birthday to Michael!ℳartina @ Northern Nestinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03492503626430263274noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-61101834257416349362015-01-26T16:17:15.637-08:002015-01-26T16:17:15.637-08:00Oh Gwen, that last line, "I'm a bottomles...Oh Gwen, that last line, "I'm a bottomless ocean....with skin." That is poetry. Oh yes, that is POETRY! I just loved watching your sons' photos as babies (ADORABLE!) and then to see them as men. I always wanted sons. I have no kids, but as a teacher, I just love seeing the development of my students. Beautiful men, wonderful sentiments, exquisite prose and poetry.<br /><br />Thank you so much for coming to my blog post. It was a very tough decision to make to stop posting, but I am keeping my blog open and I am also visiting as many blogs as time will allow. I love this community.<br /><br />Thank you also for coming to visit after having read my comment; it is another teacher. I am learning, as we all should keep doing, that a lack of confidence forces people to push themselves on others. I actually feel sorry for anyone who resorts to mistreating their peers in such a way. It is hard however, to go to work because I don't want to feel mistreated....but I do my best to keep being positive.<br /><br />Oh how I wish you and your sons the best of times! BLESSINGS! AnitaCastles Crowns and Cottageshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01780241008313365707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-90169612912819703012015-01-25T10:07:08.357-08:002015-01-25T10:07:08.357-08:00Leslie dear, You are a gifted writer with a huge h...Leslie dear, You are a gifted writer with a huge heart. Your devotion to your wonderful boys is inspiring. Turning twenty, and leaving teenage years behind, is a big deal. Now wonder you are feeling sweetly sentimental.<br />Loved this post! <br />xx, HeatherAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17032908426814046368noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-46808281438791863072015-01-23T11:04:52.258-08:002015-01-23T11:04:52.258-08:00What beautiful boys. I am impressed that they wil...What beautiful boys. I am impressed that they will allow you to put pics of them on the blog. I did once and mine nearly killed me!! They are so lucky to have such a loving, insightful mother! They grow up so fast...my two are 31 and 34!!cindy hattersley designhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16147135323683353754noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-71621365684181280692015-01-22T16:15:38.316-08:002015-01-22T16:15:38.316-08:00What a beautiful story
of love and the journey
thr...What a beautiful story<br />of love and the journey<br />through parenthood,<br />Leslie! My oldest was<br />born in 1995, too ~ a<br />great year for terrific<br />babies : ) Her birthday<br />is in March and I'm sure<br />I'll be up to my nose in<br />memories, too. Congrats<br />on raising two boys into<br />wonderful young men!<br /><br />xo SuzannePrivet and Hollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09384567378252265965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-44104726566895318962015-01-22T12:28:24.674-08:002015-01-22T12:28:24.674-08:00Leslie,
I am crying my eyes out!! As a mom of two...Leslie, <br />I am crying my eyes out!! As a mom of two boys, who are 2 years apart and the BEST OF FRIENDS, this post is just beautiful!!<br />My boys are growing so fast. And reading your blog as helped me grasp on to understanding other Mom's have had to let go too. And it is not easy.<br /><br />Your boys are so handsome.<br />You are a great mom and I am blessed to have found your blog to help me prepare for the days ahead with my boys.<br />Carla<br /><br /><br />Carla from The Riverhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12107829617899979937noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-19298496340063467722015-01-22T08:32:43.240-08:002015-01-22T08:32:43.240-08:00Well, I'm blown away, too...by this wonderful ...Well, I'm blown away, too...by this wonderful love letter to your sons. As the mother of 2 boys (now 26 and 30)I related to everything you wrote. Including the fact that my youngest son was born much faster than my eldest!<br /><br />You articulate so beautifully. This post touched my heart.<br /><br />Marilyn (in Dallas)Marilynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17567476808651276893noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-28605650800138621002015-01-22T01:25:14.255-08:002015-01-22T01:25:14.255-08:00Lesley, what a celebration piece on being a parent...Lesley, what a celebration piece on being a parent. Am also soaking up the precious moments of being with my sons. No longer boys, but young caring, sensitve men. At times I stand back, and wonder "are these my children"? Only said, in happy amazement and gratefulness. During their childhood they were so opposite of each other. In every aspect. Mentally, physically, and emotionally. At times I felt (and complained) that I felt like a psycho mom. Because while dealing with one son, who was hanging by a toe in a tree, the other was demanding attention as to "why" he wasn't allowed to take apart his computer. They were ying and yang; black and white; to each other. Both equally intense, but in totally different ways. Children grown into adults. They are still total opposites; but have a strong unique bond with each other,one of respect, and love; no matter how different they are. In times of need; they are THERE for each other; no matter what. And that; is what sums it all up for me; as I observe (absorb) them and what they strive for in their lives. Our family motto was (and is) "We love each other, and help each other...no matter what". And they are carrying on with that in their hearts and actions. I too, celebrate the miracle gift of having children grow up into adults. Also feel joyfully blessed; along with you and other parents. Greetings " Joy" Joanne Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02295822169141681152noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-67752954688257791012015-01-21T17:15:22.693-08:002015-01-21T17:15:22.693-08:00Sob...because Mike is no longer a teenager. I am ...Sob...because Mike is no longer a teenager. I am so choked up. That was beautiful. I miss my boy.Mary Ann Picketthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11885030768216528362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-6136851175839287132015-01-21T14:45:25.463-08:002015-01-21T14:45:25.463-08:00Wonderful words, Leslie. My son is 28, my daughter...Wonderful words, Leslie. My son is 28, my daughter 27 (16 months apart) and they have been extremely close since she was born. I don't remember them fighting either. They are wonderful people. I feel everything you are saying. I'm pretty good at letting them live their own lives, maybe too good I think sometimes. But just this year - just when I thought I was in the clear - I'm going through a phase where I want desperately for things to go like "IIIII" (that's a BIG I) want them to go. Not for myself, but because I don't want them (her) to have the struggles I know she is going to have. I'm working on it...karen@somewhatquirkyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02772267613790523188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-7566626683568600882015-01-21T14:40:49.907-08:002015-01-21T14:40:49.907-08:00Beautiful post, Leslie, and an incredible tribute ...Beautiful post, Leslie, and an incredible tribute to both sons. I hope Michael has a very Happy Birthday!<br /><br />I was definitely a "helicopter mom" when my kids were young. Took a LOT for me to begin letting go. :) It's something we have to do though. I've always felt they need to create their own dreams and live the life they imagine. Guess that's giving them wings, huh?<br /><br />I've missed you ~ have been so sick lately. Actually, this is the 3rd week and I'm just beginning to feel a bit human. :) I did get my flu shot early on, however, I heard on the national news the other day that the vaccine this year is only 23% effective. Not sure why "they" made it available with these stats.<br /><br />xo<br />PatGypsy Hearthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08776584538863129486noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-36252790751341963622015-01-21T14:29:54.311-08:002015-01-21T14:29:54.311-08:00Aw, Leslie, this is a really sweet post. Happy Bir...Aw, Leslie, this is a really sweet post. Happy Birthday to Michael—and his family! It was a great day 20 years ago... and today. As I read your wonderful memories, I couldn't help but think of our grandsons. They're 5 and 2.5, and they are best friends! The older translates for the younger just as your boys did. So sweet!Susan Nowell @ My Place to Yourshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08220347296206361001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-41450989869162908012015-01-21T12:32:45.363-08:002015-01-21T12:32:45.363-08:00So sweet!
I love that your sons are so close and...So sweet! <br /><br />I love that your sons are so close and friends. That is not always the case.<br /><br /> JP's first words upon arriving at the hospital to see is new sister were "my wish came true!". We had to remind him of those words often, but now today as adults they are great friends.<br /><br />Are either of your sons writers like you?<br />Art and Sandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09070124859845536964noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-6807581819386980562015-01-21T10:44:19.197-08:002015-01-21T10:44:19.197-08:00Totally understand your feelings. I have two boys,...Totally understand your feelings. I have two boys, three years apart, and they are adorable. A few years younger than yours, but so grown up and insightful in ways I just can't imagine daughters being. <br /><br />Happy Birthday to your big guy!<br />Leslie Anne Tarabellahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02196752637270349443noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-55329424392130785712015-01-21T06:53:33.049-08:002015-01-21T06:53:33.049-08:00Tearing here...
This is such a lovely post.
Your ...Tearing here...<br />This is such a lovely post. <br />Your sons are intuitive, caring, and handsome! Loyalty and love between siblings is so comforting for a Mom.<br /><br />A child's birthday is the sweetest day of reflection. <br />~Lynne<br /> w/L<br /> Lynnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00990373651788404672noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-7580796591522962602015-01-20T23:59:27.834-08:002015-01-20T23:59:27.834-08:00What a beautiful post. Your boys are gorgeous youn...What a beautiful post. Your boys are gorgeous young men too XxSheepskinsandfairylightshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00183615151328861448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-16786066100433541732015-01-20T21:16:57.709-08:002015-01-20T21:16:57.709-08:00Sweet, sweet post. Handsome boys, or men, I should...Sweet, sweet post. Handsome boys, or men, I should say.<br /><br />I completely understand the language thing, being an identical twin. Nobody could understand a word we said but we could understand each other perfectly and often tried to interpret for our parents. Dayle ~ A Collection of Dayshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01727194212928446402noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-51552229455183293382015-01-20T20:23:52.693-08:002015-01-20T20:23:52.693-08:00Another very thoughtful, impressive post, Leslie. ...Another very thoughtful, impressive post, Leslie. I admire your way with words and your honesty in sharing your feelings. You have two very handsome sons, and those two young men have an incredible mom. '-)<br />Happy Birthday, Michael!Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01873375271470225199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-33168470666133552982015-01-20T20:19:04.064-08:002015-01-20T20:19:04.064-08:00What fine looking young men you have. Sounds like ...What fine looking young men you have. Sounds like they are young men of integrity and honesty. A rare find these days. I have one son middle school age and while I miss his little boy days I am also eager and excited to watch him grow into the young man he is becoming. This kid stole my heart the day he was born. He is also my only. It is our job as parents to coach and encourage our children into this life and gently guide them into the fine young people that they are meant to become. Love this post. And happy birthday to your youngest.Tami https://www.blogger.com/profile/15504612388296197942noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-82173312116723323932015-01-20T19:33:37.386-08:002015-01-20T19:33:37.386-08:00What a lovely post Leslie! Watching children grow ...What a lovely post Leslie! Watching children grow into their own unique, wonderful selves is just the most amazing and wonderful experience that life has to offer! Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.https://www.blogger.com/profile/14197078418514604572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-3466374947617148452015-01-20T19:32:51.850-08:002015-01-20T19:32:51.850-08:00Leslie,
What a lovely, touching post. As the moth...Leslie,<br />What a lovely, touching post. As the mother of 2 sons, much of your observations parallel my own experience. The loyalty thing between brothers is one of my favorite things, as an only child I feel blessed to have sons that are best friends.<br />Happy birthday to your handsome son. Enjoy the time.<br />xo,<br />KarenKarenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08064699521293763744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-21956845528068681622015-01-20T19:12:52.123-08:002015-01-20T19:12:52.123-08:00This is such a lovely post, Leslie...I loved heari...This is such a lovely post, Leslie...I loved hearing about your sons. Childhood sure goes by too quickly, doesn't it? I have always thought that being a good parent is seeing your child's interests and talents, and helping them reach THEIR goals. And it is such a satisfying feeling to see your children grow and become. I know you must be so proud of them...xoLinda @ Itsy Bits And Pieceshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12090973681675943970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-26554228299875202992015-01-20T18:40:33.122-08:002015-01-20T18:40:33.122-08:00I smiled while reading this because your love and ...I smiled while reading this because your love and admiration for your boys comes through so clearly in your writing. As you know I have two boys 2 years and 5 months apart. I wish I could say mine never fight though! Thanks for sharing your thoughts and those precious pictures! They were adorable little boys and have grown into such handsome young men! You must be so proud. What a gift it is to be a mom. Life is good.<br />xxoo ShelleyCalypso In The Countryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10264873052810117169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-1082460927649327962015-01-20T18:36:17.020-08:002015-01-20T18:36:17.020-08:00You even have me teary eyed, Leslie. Happy Birthd...You even have me teary eyed, Leslie. Happy Birthday to your son and congratulations to you and your hubby for raising two wonderful human beings! I think you hit the nail on the head when you said that we have to let them choose their own paths and not the ones we want them to take. I'm still learning and I've realized that sometimes my children are wiser than me. Letting go is not always easy, but watching them go their own way is pretty darn fascinating, don't you think?! I always enjoy reading your posts, Leslie. Thanks for sharing and have a wonderful week!<br />VickieVickie @ Ranger 911https://www.blogger.com/profile/12847126296813987337noreply@blogger.com