all of the
grand babies
cousins
from
near
and
so far
meet in one box.
all on one continent together
for the very first time.
and it is a summit meeting
of the highest order
where they
talk about
important things
like
should we go climb in something else?
do you have squirrels or kangaroos where you live?
can you read?
how old will you be when it’s your birthday?
can you ride a bike?
does anyone know where my sippy cup is?
in an instant
they know
they are
all
one family.
I am sure that if the mothers of various nations could meet, there would be no more wars. E. M. Forster
Enjoy the visit! How exciting!
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thanks, cg )
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Ahhhh…the glory of family coming together!
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yes, an adventure it is, good2b )
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super!!! love this!!
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thanks, susie, maybe i’ll get you your own box for christmas.
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The quote so true, exploring, curious little minds – enjoy the moments Beth xx
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thanks, jen )
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Have a wonderful time soaking up that grandbaby love, Beth! There is nothing so grand in all this world! 😀 ❤
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i will, i will and you are so right mother hen )
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fabulous all around!!!
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thanks, roy )
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🙂
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I love this. And yes, if the mothers of all the nations met…the world would be a very different place but men won’t share and hold on to their violent power with closed fists.
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yes, let the mothers run it all )
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I knew it! You found a box big enough for all of them! Ha! That is hilarious Beth. My gosh they are a wonderful crew. And of course wagons for them to sit in to transport back and forth to the big box. Well, well, I was a little concerned they’d be shy with each other, but you have overcome that nicely – of course, that’s part of your profession, isn’t it? They are an amazing bunch. Congratulations Beth, you have a beautiful family.
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i forgot that was your prediction paul. pretty spot on. thank you so much )
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I found this on twitter and I couldn’t help but think of you Beth, putting babies in containers
@TheBloggess @bonniegrrl @wilw @AnneWheaton whatever floats your goat pic.twitter.com/EnZCCoZ4ob
Ha! Check it out. 😀
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perfect! thanks, paul )
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Such a great picture! Who out of ALL of us can’t remember the magic of a big old cardboard box? 🙂
My LIKE button says loading so commented instead. 😉
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thanks coastal, there is a lot of magic in those boxes, indeed )
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I’m sure the comment about mothers has value, or at least you hope so.
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yes )
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Breton; we had a guest speaker at our church this Sun. His bio listed his credentials and interests. To summarize: “Social activism, social work, homeless advocacy, surrealism.”
Even if that last item was a joke, it was–surreal.
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Love, love, love. Of all the money we spent on toys, their favorite memory seems to be an old refrigerator box made into a boat…
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thanks mark and so very true )
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Have you read the book, Sitting in My Box? It is one of my favorites that I used to read them when they were little.
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oh, i have never heard to it, but i am so excited to find it and read it. thanks, mark!
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Great pictures and story 🙂
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thanks napr )
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For this glorious holiday, Peaches, you are the Grandmother Ship around which they all revolve.
Enjoy. I love the way you obviously watch and savor it all, every last detail. Yay!
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ha, thanks mark, and i do enjoy every minute )
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“Does anyone know where my sippy cup is?” –Ha!
My best friend lives in Australia. I miss her. Sigh.
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it is so far, isn’t it, pif ?
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Just about as far as it gets. 😦
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You know their childhood is nearing an end when they start playing with what comes IN the box, and throw the box out. These truly are the best days of their lives.
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yes, absolutely, chris )
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Just plain wonderful! Our own children’s cousins from various sides are younger and far and haven’t quite made the same connection. And our two new little ones… well for the moment looks like they won’t have any first cousins their age. Such is life.
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thanks so much jules )
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great ending. I love your upbeat style
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thanks, john )
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I have LONG believed that putting a room full of mothers together and make politicians face them….will change the world! For the better!
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absolutely, chatter )
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Lovely. What a happy time.
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thanks so much, jan )
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A beautiful thought, Beth. When we examine shared interests, there’s so much more to appreciate about one another. 😉
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spot on, judy )
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Kids have such a welcoming way. I usually prefer them to adults at parties. 🙂
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they can be much more fun )
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These children will look back years from now and say, that was special.
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i do think they will, dk )
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There’s nothing like a huge cardboard box to bring kids together beth. 🙂
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yes, it really is magic, laurie )
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Then the cats find it. 😦
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Amen to your final thought. Kids are so great at levelling the playing field. They look as happy and contented as you sound.
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thanks, and aren’t they though?
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I love you and your family so much!
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thanks, mm )
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This was simply amazing, Beth! The quotes and then, your thoughts of what the children are sharing, cousins and family for life! Loved this, so much! Hugs for your sharing this experience with all of us! Smiles, Robin Happy 4th and always!
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thanks so much robin, and to you too )
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A perfect post. Looks like all the anticipation of their arrival has been matched by the reality. Have a lovely time as the host and glue for this motley crew. Magical memories are being made before your eyes.
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thanks so much, tric )
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Beth – It’s a shame congress is on break (when aren’t they), they could use the wisdom you’ve so eloquently posted here. And of course, the message is so smile worthy and full of warm tummy rubs. You are gifted. I enjoy your posts each time I visit.
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thanks sheri, for reading and for your kind comments, as always )
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That box was crackin’ me up! 😀 This is so cute! Lots of little ones! Lucky you!
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thanks michelle )
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Perfectly wonderful. 🙂 Love the sippy cups!
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thank you so much, laurie )
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🙂
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❤
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Now that’s playing! A cardboard box is the best!!
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It is!
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