my granddaughter at her swim meet
i’ve watched her grow in strength and speed
my niece in her rowing regatta
i’ve watched her grow confident in trying new things
my good friend’s son on the keys in a jazz trio at an art fair
i’ve watched him grow to find his gift and proudly share it with others
—
each has worked very hard
all have grown as people
in so many ways
what a thrill to see them
stepping out into the world
exactly as they are
i could not be prouder.
—
‘you get whatever accomplishment you are willing to declare.’
-georgia o’keeffe
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I didn't have my glasses on.... 
“We are what we do.
Excellence, therefore, is not an act, but a habit.” ~ Aristotle
“Well done is better than well said.” ~ Benjamin Franklin
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Great choices –
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How inspiring it is to see young people going for their dreams and achieving them.
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It’s really exciting to see them all growing into themselves and trying things
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Very much so 💗
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How wonderful to get a front row view to these life experiences and personal growth!
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Yes,I feel so lucky for that
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A lot to be proud of. Especially that these young people are living their dreams. Such hope!
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Right!
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congrtulations, Beth; I too am very proud of my grandchildren :)
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So brave
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Congratulations!
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To all,and to all who try to go further
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🦄🌹
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❤️
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Which one is your niece?
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The one on the far right in the photo
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What a thrill indeed! Thanks for inviting us in. 🥰❤️🥰
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❤️
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Love and determination is a powerful combo.
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A winning one
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Cheers and congratulations to your granddaughter and niece, Beth! It’s fantastic to stick with a passion and find great things in life.
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It really is!
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You’re reading my thoughts Beth. I’m writing tomorrow about trying new things. Instead of talented young people though …. It’s me the old guy trying them. Ha ha. Congratulations to the young people in your family. Inspiring!
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Yes, and they inspire me to try new things, too
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Such a lovely post! I could feel the emotions of watching them grow. I hope to share a similar story about my girls and their friends one day!
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Nothing like it
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I love how you support these three young people not only by attending their events, but by noting how much they’re grown. Kudos all around.
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❤️ it’s such a great joy
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I love this Beth, what a gift to have children in your life, that you get to love and watch them grow. Hugs, C
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Isn’t it wonderful to see all these young people grow. You can be proud of your young ones!
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It’s a joy!
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How wonderful. I’m happy for all of them.
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Making their way and growing
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It’s such a wonderful thing to see. They all look so grown up and focused.
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I love the feeling when I see children and grandchildren do things I did but I love it even more when I see them do things I did not do.
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Yes, it’s great
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I love it when my youngsters achieve things I never even dreamt of.
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Same!
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Wonderful, Beth!
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Thanks
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