Wednesday, May 7, 2014

Happy Birthday, Mom

For as long as I can remember, I associated my Mom's birthday (May 7, 1925) with Mother's Day. 

Mom's birthday never fell on Mother's Day ( the second Sunday in May), but it was always pretty close. 

For several years now, my youngest brother and his dear wife have hosted a family party for my mom's birthday on Mother's Day. It is a time when we all come together to celebrate our Mom and our Memaw. 

Today is her 89th birthday, but Sunday we will celebrate with one and all.

How many are expected to attend?

Three children
Three partners of children
Nine grandchildren
Eight partners of grandchildren
Twelve great-grandchildren

Total: 35

Whew! My dear mom came from a family of 9 children, but her 35 is a "passel" of folks!

Happy Birthday, Mom. See you later, and I'm bringing the dinner.

As for the other 34 of you family members, see ya'll on Sunday at MOUF's.

The oldest and the youngest--Mom and Waylon

11 comments:

Anonymous said...

That's a great picture.

Linda said...

Thanks, Delores. I can't wait to meet Waylon and his cousin Willie who were both born in December. Linda

Beth said...

What a beautiful tribute for your mother. Happy Birthday and Happy Mother's Day to your lovely mother. I hope you are able to take lots of pictures at the celebration!

Thank you so much for stopping by my blog. I am now your newest follower!

Beth

Paulette said...

What a great photo of your mother and baby Waylon. Happy Birthday to your mom.

jp@A Green Ridge said...

What a wonderful portrait!!!,...:)JP

Mrs. Micawber said...

Happy birthday to your dear Mom - she looks great! What a cute little guy too. :)

Unknown said...

Wow - your Mom looks fantastic - LOVE the photo of the oldest and youngest - too precious!
xxx

JoKnows said...

Happy Birthday to your mom! Enjoy the party. :)

TexWisGirl said...

how very sweet! bless your mom and all of you who celebrate with her!

thanks for finding my spot today! really appreciate it! :)

Lisa @ Two Bears Farm said...

Sounds like it will be a fun event!

Janie Junebug said...

Happy Birthday, Mom!

Love,
Janie