I had the pleasure of hosting Mother’s ninetieth birthday party Saturday May, 5th. My mother’s only first cousin brought her an unusual gift, their grandmother’s hat. Above, you can see Mother wearing it. I looks kind of like a cow patty. It must have been intended to be perched on a bun, since it is so small. Mother said one of her earliest memories is of her grandmother in that small hat.
Here Mother is pictured with her five children. Below my grandchildren make the acquaintance of a lizard. Don’t worry. The lizard was unharmed.
Below, My granddaughter is investigating some yard art in my backyard. I wish these cousins could play together every day, but they live across the country from each other.
Just love these images of little guys having fun.
Kathleen Swain in her new birthday hat, complete with tags
What a great occasion Belated congratulations!
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Thanks
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Beautiful
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It was a perfect day.
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Thanks so much.
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Looks like a fun day! have to ask about the yard art. Is it a person with another person in a cage? Did you make it?
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It is a wireman with an anguished person in a belly cage. I got it from John.
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I have to ask about the yard art. Is it a person with another person in a cage? Did you make it?
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Happy Belated Birthday Kathleen! Adorable photos!!
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Happy Birthday Mrs Swain. I can not believe that’s Issac!
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I love this post. That picture of your mom in grandma’s hat is priceless, and I loved the photos of the two cousins playing. It reminded me of a few times when I was a little girl and met a cousin who lived far away. We had the best fun together, and though we hardly ever meet up again life, when we do, we remember the times we played when we were small.
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Thank you. My best times were running wild with cousins.
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She looks beautiful but I can’t resist saying Howdy! because the hats remind me of Minnie Pearl.
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We made that same joke. My SIL kept rearranging hat to hide tags and she kept putting it back.
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This is amazing. What a moment of joy! Happy Birthday to your sweet mother!
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It was a good day.
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We thank God for your mum. 90 years is a wonderful blessing; and what’s more, she is looking very strong.
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She is a wonder.
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Really. God knows how to bless his people.
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Amen!
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Wish your mom a Happy Birthday for me, Linda. She looks wonderful even at 90. Your siblings and grandchildren are adorable. Love the hats and the big smile on your mom’s face. Hugs. xo
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I have never seen a person her age in such good shape.
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neither have I.
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Happy Birthday to the funniest Momma I’ve ever read about!!!! Thank you for making me laugh so very often.
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Thank you. It was such a good day.
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how amazing! happy birthday to your wonderful mom!
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Thanks. I will tell her.
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Great pictures and memories to keep.
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It was such a joy.
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Happy birthday, Linda’s mommy !
The little grandchildren are too cute for words. Plus your backyard is beautiful.
Susie
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Thanks so much. They are adorable. I love the outdoors. I am out most of every day.
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Linda,
I watched your mom’s video on youtube just now. Though I could not follow the ? Southern accent very well, I could see that she is a woman of rare spirit and staunchness. I admire that in any human being, particularly in women.
God bless !
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She speaks in such a squeaky little voice.
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If like me you have loved the stories that Linda Bethea shares about her family, and in particular her mother Kathleen Swain..then head over and join that lovely lady’s 90th birthday party.. Happy Birthday Kathleen.
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Thanks so much,
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What a marvelous celebration! I really enjoyed all the photos. Do your siblings share your hilarious sense of humor?
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We tease each other incessantly!
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Happy birthday to your Mum. Mine would have been 96 on the 22nd. It’s only been a few months since we lost her, but she’s still with me.
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Sorry for your loss. I know you miss her.
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Thanks Linda. I find it hard sometimes to believe she’s gone.
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And to doithout someone who’s been there everyday since birth.
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Happy 90th Birthday to your mom! I’m sure we all hope we’ll be in that good a shape if we reach 90. 🙂 — Suzanne
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Thanks. She’s quite a woman.
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Ah! Happy 90th birthday to your mum!
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Thank you.
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