Monday, April 23, 2012

The Prodigal Child

I have waited a long time for my first born to return home, and alas, she has.  The candles in every window remained lit for several years as a beacon of light and hope for her return.  I also know that so  many of you have prayed with and for me in this hope and so I "thank you" all for your prayers.

Our gathering was filled with love, and forgiveness, and promise and tears and laughter.  My Mom was so happy to see them all - she (we) finally met Damien - her great grand son. Our grandson.  He is adorable.  It was a tearful reunion to say the least with hugs that lasted forever.......


The first picture is our delicious meal together - we made the 'pizza-pasta-bake'.  Delicious.  And then there is me and my girls.  Jennifer, me and Kristie.   They are here until Thursday morning.




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20 comments:

  1. AnonymousApril 23, 2012 at 3:56:00 PM EDT

    happy hugs!

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  2. Kim@stuffcould....April 23, 2012 at 4:05:00 PM EDT

    I am so happy for you! I can see happiness in the pics

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  3. Denim Journal, Scarlet LensApril 23, 2012 at 4:19:00 PM EDT

    Precious!

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  4. ScottApril 23, 2012 at 4:34:00 PM EDT

    Welcome home to your "prodigal" daughter. Clearly, you're happy. Congrats!

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  5. GailApril 23, 2012 at 5:29:00 PM EDT

    Theanne-Kim-Madeline-Scott

    "thank you" all for sharing in this wonderful gift and reunion
    Love Gail
    peace....

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  6. JackieApril 23, 2012 at 7:04:00 PM EDT

    My heart is sinnnnging!
    Happy happy day for you and for your family.
    Love and hugs to you, my friend.
    J.

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  7. AmandaApril 23, 2012 at 10:30:00 PM EDT

    This is so wonderful. I seem to be missing the back story, but I am so happy that you're happy! It looks like you all are having a lovely time! And that grandson of yours is adorable!

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  8. DianaApril 24, 2012 at 8:23:00 AM EDT

    I am so happy for you all Gail. What a great day that had to be. Enjoy your remaining time together and I hope you get to stay in touch now.
    Love Di ♥

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  9. GailApril 24, 2012 at 9:25:00 AM EDT

    JACKIE, AMANDA & DIANA

    thank you all for your sharing in this joy with me.
    'love Gail
    peace....

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  10. SE'LAH...April 28, 2012 at 3:37:00 PM EDT

    blessings Gail!!!! That is wonderful. sending oodles of love your way. one love, my friend.

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  11. GailApril 28, 2012 at 5:19:00 PM EDT

    HI Se'Lah - thank you so much and it is so good to see you.
    I am having a hard time w/the new design of blogger.
    Love to you always
    Gail
    peace....

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  12. Wanda.....April 30, 2012 at 1:04:00 PM EDT

    Your comment made me realize I must have missed a post, two in fact, Gail. Have no idea why...although I have been a little quiet in the blogging world.

    Happy to hear of your daughter's return and the meeting of your young grandson. I know how pleased and thankful you are. I've been in a slightly blue period with the recent move to another state of another granddaughter. So thankful for computers and cellphones... helps staying in touch. Thanks for stopping by, Gail...I wouldn't have wanted to miss your long hoped for reunion!

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  13. GailApril 30, 2012 at 4:16:00 PM EDT

    HI WANDA - so good to see you here :-) and I understand the loss when kids/grand kids move away.

    Love Gail
    peace.....

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  14. AnonymousMay 2, 2012 at 8:01:00 AM EDT

    Oh what happy news! Just think how happy you were and how much more happy delightful joyful the LORD is when we return to Him daily to just be in His Presence!
    Much joy over yours and your daughter's reunion

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  15. Just Be RealMay 3, 2012 at 8:48:00 AM EDT

    Wooo hoot! Wonderful Gail. Happy dance is happening here. Blessings.

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  16. TeresaMay 3, 2012 at 4:32:00 PM EDT

    Blessings indeed!!!

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  17. AndyMay 4, 2012 at 7:56:00 AM EDT

    Wonderful, Gail. I hope you all had a great time.

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  18. JackieMay 4, 2012 at 9:41:00 PM EDT

    Friday, April 4
    Gail...I just sent you an e-mail.
    Smiles and hugs,
    J.

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  19. GailMay 5, 2012 at 12:25:00 PM EDT

    HI ANDY-JBR-RHONDA-TERESA-JACKIE

    thank you all for sharing in this wonderful reunion and miracle of forgiveness and love conquering all.
    Love Gail
    peace....

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  20. LolaMay 7, 2012 at 3:45:00 AM EDT

    sorry for my late comment... this is GREAT news and I'm happy for you all.
    Big hugs

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