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Happy Mother's Day!

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Yes, that is me with my Mom when I was 6 years old!              Mom and I were as tight as two people could get, she was my best friend even at age 6!  Our life was a whirlwind at times, but we always pulled through the toughest times side by side.  Mom taught me so much about life and as I sit here today, I cherish every story she told me, every time we put on the 45's and danced in the living room to Aretha Franklin, or just sitting enjoying each other's company!  She was amazing!

Happy Mothers Day

 

Mother's Day is here again, but I don't miss her more today than any other.... I miss her everyday!

So Listen up.......Enjoy Mother's day with your Mom, but don't just focus on Sunday!  Enjoy everyday she is with you, because one day she will be gone!  My Mom is always close to my heart, but what I wouldn't give to hug her again!

Today I not only want to honor my own Mother, but the many "MOM" that have touched my life!  I want to thank those that have been there for me when I needed a shoulder, a laugh, or just those that take the time to really get to know me.  We sure know how to have fun don't we!

Happy Mother's Day

Come on in a see the slide shows, and please share what you will be doing for Mother's day weekend!  Add pictures, videos, and most of all what you received from your kids!

Wishing you all a "Happy Mother's Day!"

Peace<3

Jana

 

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jana read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 3:07 AM


I love you Mom!

jana read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 3:11 AM

Mom loved my dog snoop! As you can see we had lots of fun together! I took her to the lake one year and gave her a beer! Well you can see how silly she was!

jana read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 3:12 AM


Thank you for being a friend!

jana read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 3:17 AM

The two girls in the beginning of the slideshow are my best friends outside of the blogs. I love them so much! Yvette and Kelly you rock!

Friendship is a special thing, so many people take advantage of it. Being there for each other, listening, giving advice, and simple caring is what it's all about!

Friends honestly do brighten my life!

nightpanther99 read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 3:17 AM

Hey jana Sweetheart ..I wish i could have met your mom .. She did given me a wonderful gift .. SHe gave me you .. You are an awesome and true friend that i love with all my heart .Someday you will be able to introduce me to your wonderful mother and i will be able to thank her for the gift she gave me .. You will always be a Part of my life .. I truly owe your mother and mine for Bringing us together ...

jana read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 3:21 AM

I will be spending my Mother's day weekend with some of these friends!! I just want to say that Yes it is "Mother's day", but there are some Men here on the blogs that have been pretty amazing also! You know who you are!

Thank you for the late night chats, the phone calls, coffee, and the hugs are always a plus!
I have many girlfriends, but I have a couple amazing boyfriends too!! Thanks for everything! EVERYONE!

Peace, Jana<3

jana read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 3:27 AM

Thank you Danny! I will be seeing you this weekend! Hugs!

Ok well, I will be looking forward to seeing your photos, and hearing what your kids did to make your day a special one!

I'll check in at Jeanettes!!
Come on out and visit with us!
Hugs!

suzseeq read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 6:50 AM

Roses



Hey girl; I'll be spending mother's day weekend with some AWESOME mother's, here at Jeanette and Truman's. My mother will be here in spirit with me also; as she always is! And yours will be here with us too! We will have a great time; can't wait to see you later today. You are one of the 'AWESOMEST' :) Is that a word? LOL :)
Lots of Love to you Sweety...ALWAYS!


yellow roses

catfish1976 read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 6:57 AM

Good Morning Moms!!! I know it's only Friday, but since we are at Jeanette's, I will do this now.

To you Jana, Jeanette, and ALL the other MOMS out there is BLOGLAND, HAPPY MOTHERS DAY!!!

Hope you all have a good one.

Hope to see some of you moms here at the campout at Jeanette's.

harp read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 7:18 AM

I don't have any good mother memories from Ohio but boy do I have a ton here with mom..

We are always laughing and joking an playin around..We are close and I love her to death..

Of course dad too...

jana read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 8:46 AM

Suzzz!! I woke up this morning and the first thing I noticed was you said "Good Morning Sunshine!" Mom use to call me Sunshine ALL the time!! Ok then the yellow roses!! Great way to start my day sweetheart! Thanks girlfriend!
Harp your mom is amazing! I can't wait to see you both this weekend!

I will call ya when I'm on my way!! Hugs!

mr_wildflower read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 8:56 AM

Your Mother is very pretty..... And she taught you the most important thing in life.... How to love.....

momof5 read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 8:59 AM

Well for some reason my puter is not pulling up your videos so i will have to check back later. But, Jana i can only imagine how much you miss your mother! And i do stress...Imagine! No one knows what it actually feels like until we have suffered such a loss. She WILL always be with you, in your heart and in Spirit, but once again i can only Imagine what it would be like to give her one more hug. Just remember she will be waiting for you at Heavens Gates with her arms wide open :) Until then, keep sharing your memories and keep smiling! HAPPY MOTHERS DAY! **Peace & Hugs**

FIGMAN read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 10:03 AM

Jana...Happy Mothers Day...I know with your heart and sole someday you will have wonderful grandchildren...! You will be one of those special grandmas..!

Keep your eyes open...I am not camping but Irondale is not that far from where I live...!

classicsportsgrading read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 10:30 AM

THERE IS NOTHING MORE TO SAY THAN TY, YOU ARE SO KIND.

YOU ARE REALLY SOMETHING SPECIAL NOT ONLY TO ME, BUT A LOT OF OTHERS ON HERE.

BLESSINGS:

~R

imapayne read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 10:31 AM

Mothers Day For all the Mom's out there.

imapayne read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 10:37 AM

Jana,
I know how you feel. My mom has been gone for almost 8 yrs now and I miss her everyday. She was my lunch buddy and we talked several times everyday. I took it hard when she died and took me a long time to get over it. It's always hard to lose a family member but it's very different when it is your mother. Have a wonderful weekend and a blessed Mother's Day.

Peace & Love,
Rachel

imapayne read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 10:40 AM

P.S. I love Butterflies because they remind me of my Mother's spirit flying high and landing to say hello

imapayne read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 10:47 AM

Mother's Day 1

Cheetah read my blog
May 9, 2008 | 11:38 AM

Happy Mother's Day, Jana -- what a very loving and touching tribute you've made here and just reading your words -- and knowing you, how you are and the person you are -- reveals a great deal about your mom and her love for you, and about the bond the two of you have had from day one, and forever -- because some bonds are never broken; and relationships "lost" due to a death are not lost at all, and never will be lost, and they never will end.

And it's not one's passing that hurts the most; it's the fact they leave us here -- and that we are not allowed to travel with them. While they are fine and faring well where they have been taken, we are left longing for them and missing what we shared and feeling so empty and alone. But despite the gray skies and sadness, it is empowering to know that we are the ones feeling this way -- not them. And we are fortunate to have experienced what we have, and to have lived and loved and, more important, been loved and cared for unconditionally, is a priceless gift that no one -- nor any amount of time -- can ever, ever take away.

A quote comes to mind: "Skillful pilots gain their reputation from storms and tempests." [Epicurus]

Cheetah read my blog
May 9, 2008 | 11:43 AM

And Happy Mother's Day to you...

Kelly

Michelle

Jeanette

Wacky

Kat

I am proud to know all you "mothers" -- LMAO! [very bad pun intended] -- and sincerely hope that each and every one of you have a very wonderful, very happy Mother's Day.

Eat well. Be loved. Get pampered. And take at least one day off from the many chores and responsibilities that come with the territory. You've earned and deserved it.

P.S. Jana, am still uncertain about the weekend since it's Friday, it's questionable if I'll make the weekend festivities or campout at Jeanette's. But who knows! I can be unpredictable...

jana read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 11:59 AM

Kimmy, thanks sweety! I wish you would show up this weekend!! The 17th for sure, and I can't wait!! Hugs!

Tommy, that is one of the sweetest comments ever! You know I LOVE you bud!

jana read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 12:01 PM

Figman thanks my friend, I would love to see you show up!

Rob, all I can say to you is TY. You are by far one of my best friends and thanks for always being there! Love you!

jana read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 12:03 PM

Payne thank you so much for your kind words. I think unless you have experienced it yourself like kimmy said you can only imagine. You know first hand what Iam talking about. Thanks!!

Peace, Jana<3

jana read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 12:08 PM

Cheetah your words are so true! I agree when you say we are left here and we miss them terribly. Sometimes you can feel so alone, I even pick up the phone sometimes just out of habit to call her. Yes still!

It would be great to see you also this weekend!

Well. I'm heading to the store to pick up some stuff, clean out my van, and my goal is out the door by 3 or 4! I'm always running late, so lets hope for 5!! LOL

classicsportsgrading read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 12:33 PM

I LOVE YOU TOO!

YOU ARE ALWAYS THERE, AND MEANS THE WORLD TO ME.

YOU ARE AN ABSOLUTE DOLL!

WITH A HEART THE SIZE OF A LAKE OF GOLD!

HUGS AT YA

~R

kurkel read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 2:16 PM

Jana...love ya girl! you are special and I echo Rob above me (hee hee) you DO have a heart as big as a lake and as solid and as pure and rich like gold. You are a good friend to so many!
...you have a fun and relaxing weekend! Sorry I couldnt join you all....

Happy Mothers day to everyone...

stay dry and warm everyone and be good to ea.other...be nice to ea. other....do something kind today and see how far it goes!

kurkel read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 2:19 PM

Oh and Jana...remember this...tho it is hard, this time here on earth without your mom is short....you will have eternity with her. It is hard to comprehend that now...but try to hold on to that and know that she is waiting for you! What a joyous reunion that will be!
love ya...HUGS!

jana read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 4:13 PM

Ok I have big ol tears in my eyes right now! I know this is a tough weekend, and Sunday will be rough because I will be at my inlaws and well not much love there. I'm so glad I have you guys to pick me up! You are truely the best!

I'm outta here, to play at Jeanettes! Looking forward to coming home on Sunday and reading what you all did! Have a good one!

Peace, Jana

kurkel read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 4:21 PM

You better be posting some pics from and while at jeanettes for US to see! lol....luv ya!

HUGS....PEACE OUT BABY!! ....hee hee....

wackymom read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 5:34 PM

Happy Mother's Day everyone! Hug everyone at Jeanette's for me!

I am preparing for a houseful of people Sunday...I'll let you know how it goes!

kurkel read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 6:27 PM

OH and thanks B for the wishes....

YOu too Wacky...have fun and stay dry! try....

Sophia121 read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 8:24 PM

Yep...it's in the genes! Your mom was very pretty Jana, just as you are. Happy Mother's Day to you and all of the other MOMs posting here. If it's not too much to ask, I'd like for you guys to say a special prayer for my co-worker and friend who lost her mom today. Thank You and have a BLAST at Jeanette's...One of the BEST moms AROUND!

imapayne read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 8:36 PM

Sophia, I'm sorry to hear about your friend and right before Mother's Day. Mother's Day without your mom is hard enough. My thoughts and prayers go out to your friend in her time of greiveing. Give her a big hug because she'll need it.

Sophia121 read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 9:09 PM

Imapayne, thank you SO MUCH.

planetmars53
May 9, 2008 | 9:10 PM

First off I would like to wish everyone a very Happy Mothers Day. I am lucky to still have my mother. She is 83 years old. I get back home to see her every chance I get. She lives in Decatur, Il. I am a Mother myself. My daughter and son-in-law gave me the greatest gift on 4/28/08,my first granddaughter. Her name is Madalyn and I know she will bring us so much joy and happiness. God has blessed us this year. I know I will have fun spoiling her.

jana read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 9:30 PM

Well, I made it to Jeanette and Truman's and we are all hanging out! Came in for a few, and now waiting for the rest! Sophia I gave Jeanette a big hug for you and she laughed!

Im so sorry to hear about your friends loss, please know she is in my thoughts. I feel for her so much. I'm sending hugs her way!!

Peace out and back to the camp fire!!

Jana<3

GOOTS read my blog view my photos
May 10, 2008 | 3:33 PM

mothers day
To all the amazing Mom's!!!

GOOTS read my blog view my photos
May 10, 2008 | 3:46 PM

Jana Girl!!!
Happy Mother's Day!!! Your mom raised one amazind women...I know she is so proud of you...Look at the beautiful person you are, you are loved girl...I am so blessed that our paths have crossed here and we became friends...your amazing.

Please keep sharing those special signs that you get from her...I love to hear them...(Even if I am only understanding every other word between your tears)... lol! Them signs are some powerful messages girl...Grasp every one of them and I know you do...

I love ya more girl..MORE...MORE...MORE...MORE...MORE...MORE...MORE...
MORE...MORE...MORE...MORE...MORE...MORE...MORE...MORE..
.MORE...MORE...MORE...MORE...MORE...MORE...MORE...MORE.
..MORE...MORE...MORE...MORE...MORE...MORE...MORE...MORE
...MORE...MORE...MORE...

jana read my blog view my photos
May 10, 2008 | 5:42 PM

Goot honey Happy Mother's day to the sweetest lady in the world. I love you More More More!!

You and I have a bond girl that is a very special one! You have been there from the very beginning and I love you for always being there for me!! Yes, you will always be the one I call first when those moments happen! I love sharing with you because I know you Get it!!

Love you MORE!

hehe Jana<3

ILmom read my blog
May 10, 2008 | 8:43 PM

Happy Mother's Day to all mothers!!!!!!

asmerelda read my blog view my photos
May 10, 2008 | 9:45 PM

Happy Mother's Day

perkypolock read my blog view my photos
May 11, 2008 | 8:50 AM

Very Nice Jammin' Jana! Happy Mommies Day to all!

nightpanther99 read my blog view my photos
May 11, 2008 | 12:38 PM

I spent The weekend with a few awesome mothers !!!!!! Jana ,Jeanette ,Suz and Marley We had an good time at the Campout at jeanttes Despite the weather.. Friends,Fun Fotos and Food .. Thats the new 4 F club .. I know Photos start with a PH but i dont care ... Harp Came out and spend the biggest part of the day with us Saturday ..You are alot of fun Sweetie ..

jana read my blog view my photos
May 11, 2008 | 1:19 PM

I have to say the weekend was amazing! Jeanette thank you so much for welcoming me into your beautiful home. It is the warmest, loving home I have been to in a long time! Can I move in?? LOL

Truman and Jeanette you gave me some well needed peace this weekend! Jeanette thank you so much for the Angel! I will cherish it always! Thank you so much for everything!

You both are amazing!

jana read my blog view my photos
May 11, 2008 | 1:25 PM

Danny I want to thank you also for being a great friend. You really know how to listen and always show me you care. Thank you!!

Suz & Ron it was great trying to keep you two up past 10:00pm! "Get the whistle Jeanette!!"
LOL I had a blast with the two of you!!

Thanks to those of you that called or txt messaged me first thing this morning wishing me a happy mother's day & checking to see how Iam. You know who you are! Love you!

Stay warm and have a wonderful day!

Peace, Jana<3

FREEDOMFREE read my blog view my photos
May 11, 2008 | 3:12 PM

HAPPY MOTHERS DAY ,

MAY YOUR DAY , BE OK .

stephan read my blog view my photos
May 11, 2008 | 3:51 PM

Happy Mothers day! I wish I could have met her, I can see the zest and wisdom in her eyes. Your kids are lucky to have a kool mom like you and I bet they know it!
Have a great day my friend!

momof5 read my blog view my photos
May 11, 2008 | 8:48 PM

Happy Mothers Day

jeanette read my blog view my photos
May 11, 2008 | 10:52 PM

Happy Mom's day.
I am not late but later lol. I was a little busy this weekend lol.
Jana's our home is just a simple home. Nothin fancy.I have to many kid's and grandkid and greatgrandkids to worry about thing's getting messed up. Oh in my younger year's I was awful everything had it's place . But you know I have lot more fun when them kid's are here playing then keeping it clean/. Our home is not dirty but lived in lol.A saying from my mom. I lost my dad and mom a month apart few years back. But you know they are with me in thing's i see everyday. They spent alot of time here when we bought the property. So lot's of memory's good and bad. But the good one's out weigh the bad one's.
It does get easier to remember them with out crying. Life goes on and they don't want us to stay so sad all the time. When I am having a bad day I can still feel my mom slapping me in the back of the head. Now you know why I am so goofy.
I had a wonderful time this weekend and hope we made it a little easier for you.

Sophiaaaaa That for the hug,

Gootsy miss ya babygirl.

Everyone else hope you had a wonderful day.

jana read my blog view my photos
May 11, 2008 | 11:46 PM

Thank you Jeanette! Perhaps we can do it again in July! Oh lets look at dates and pencil someting in soon.

Ok I'm outta here, Im falling out!

Thanks again everyone for the kind words! I truely know who my friends are around here!

Happy Mother's Day!!

Peace out, Jana<3

suzseeq read my blog view my photos
May 12, 2008 | 5:50 AM

Thanks alot Jana...Jeanette was about to get that dern whistle where the sun don't shine! :)
It's always a pleasure seeing you and spending time with you.
Love and Hugs to you girl!
Until next time.
Keep Smiling Sunshine:)

sissytrucker read my blog
May 12, 2008 | 7:24 AM

Jana, thank you for the wonderful blog for mothers da. i know it was a hard day for you but it was really hard for me.
Im so glad I got to get to Janettes for a bit on sat. I had so much fun. im so glad that i got to meet a lot of people that I hadnt meet b4. And Harp it was really great to meet you hon. Iv been wanting to meet you for so long.
Janette t/y for having me & linda there>
to all the ladys I meet I hope your mothers day was good. To all the men I got to meet It was great meeting all of you.
And Dasnny it was so good to see you as always & those strawberrys were awesome:)
hugs
sissy<3

jana read my blog view my photos
May 12, 2008 | 8:16 AM

Suzz you make me smile everytime you call me that!! *SMILE*

Sissy it was great seeing you sweety and linda as always! Take care girlfriend and keep in touch!

Peace, Jana

kurkel read my blog view my photos
May 12, 2008 | 10:19 AM

The sun is out and its a new day..I think it is going to be a beautiful one. Hope all of you have a beautiful day today!

jana read my blog view my photos
May 12, 2008 | 2:53 PM

Kelly honey I'm out in it right now! Its so nice! Just chillin'! Hugs girlfriend!

kurkel read my blog view my photos
May 12, 2008 | 5:20 PM

woohoo...me too Jana girl, me too! luv ya!

Hey looks like rain again on wed! What is up with that??? lol...

well at least we got some sun today! HUGS>>>

michelle4wellness read my blog view my photos
May 14, 2008 | 2:28 PM

Jana....beautiful blog sweety. You're mom really was so pretty. I wish I could have met her. I would give her a big hug for giving birth to my best friend.

I love you.

~m

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jana

My name is Jana, and I start my day with Fox 2 every morning! I have a wonderful husband who has been my best friend since I was 13years old, and I have three awesome children! My family and friends are what my life is all about! I love to take the family to Camp Ondessonk, located in Shawnee National Forest in Southern Illinois~HEEPWAH! We have a old school bus that my husband recently converted into a RV, and we camp and take it out as often as possible. We named it "The Peace Train"......Have bus will travel! Take a look at my photos, you can see the process! "Keepin' the Peace" is my motto! I have made some amazing new friends here at Fox2, and I'm proud to be a Bloggette! "Peace Out Baby!!" xoxo JANA "YA YA" #1

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