The Journey Journal

Join the journey of Brittany and Brandon as they move through the pregnancy months of their first child...as viewed and expressed by a first-time grandmother (appropriate name for me TBD). This is simply a collection of my observations. I'm not attempting to be profound, even if I could. Expected due date is October 29, 2012. We invite your thoughts, suggestions and encouragment. We're a little nervous, but crazy-happy! We welcome you to follow along!

Sunday, May 13, 2012

BRITTANY, MOTHER'-TO-BE-DAY

May 13, 2012-Mother's Day

For many years this day, for me, has represented the universal sign of Comedy:-) and Tragedy:-(.

Missing my own Mother representing the sadness, and the being a mother representing the happiness. This year is unique.
Gazing upon this photo Brandon snapped while Gaz and I were away on a seven-day cruise, I fully appreciate what it represents.

A new life, growing among us. It brings forth a quiet time of reflection. Joy for what is to be, with a touch of bittersweet for those lives who came before and are now gone.

But, the joy is completely overflowing in my heart as I look at Brittany, growing and growing, embracing each stage to the fullest. I look at Brandon, reflected as only a shadow (look closely on her feet, legs and abdomen area, and you will see him-the sun was behind him when he snapped) in this photo and wonder how he will change. And, he will. Yes, they both will change, forever.

How do I know this?

Because I am a Mother, and I said so!!

Happy Mother-to-be-Day, Brittany Hinkle Barker. You are beautiful.



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5 comments:

  1. AnonymousMay 13, 2012 at 10:33 AM

    You make me cry with gladness for you all. Happy -Mother's -Day and Mother's- To -Be -Day. I love you all:-)

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  2. Pamela BarkerMay 13, 2012 at 11:52 AM

    I know!! It's such a sentimental day. Sending you love from all of us!

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  3. BabsMay 13, 2012 at 1:25 PM

    I love each word and this family.

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  4. AnonymousMay 13, 2012 at 2:28 PM

    Beautiful blog!! What an amazing photo! Happy Mother-to-be-Day, Britt! I hope you're both enjoying a fabulous day together!

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  5. Pamela BarkerMay 13, 2012 at 2:55 PM

    Actually, she is in Ft. Lauderdale with her Mother and B is here. It has been a wonderful day. Gretch, thank you and I hope your first one has been wonderful. Barbara, thank you and we all love you very, very much! Thanks for reading and especially for taking time to comment.

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