tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post3517069345429046495..comments2023-04-03T01:51:34.955-07:00Comments on Eating Life Raw.: Within A Child's EyesLeah Griffithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10424758000036417506noreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-80836594751180872962012-12-28T09:40:30.339-08:002012-12-28T09:40:30.339-08:00I have a wall of black and white pictures in my di...I have a wall of black and white pictures in my dining room. College roomies, family, my boys...I have loved black and white photos forever, way before they somehow registered as "in." I believe the magic of them--how they seem even more "real" at times than their colored twins--lies in how our minds paint in the colors, chemicals just cannot compare. And so I believe that we paint our pasts...the holidays were brighter, the tree was bigger, the music lovlier--perhaps there is foregiveness in this? Coming out the tail end of a frenetic Christmas season, I do hope my boys paint over the frustrations and times I snapped at them. I pray they remember the glitter and glow....and not the burned bacon. :) <br /><br />This was lovely to read. <br /><br />(oh, and your birthday thoughts made me laugh aloud--mine is in a few weeks, I think I will bookmark this to read again then) Chantelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10324845550553743658noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-21559573604087532552012-12-26T18:21:56.860-08:002012-12-26T18:21:56.860-08:00It's so true how life could continue evolving ...It's so true how life could continue evolving and yet leave us with the same imprints...hmmm...I woke up one fine morning feeling like Scrooge LOL!<br /><br />No, it doesn't have to be like that at all... I pray for your mother and all your loved ones. There's a saying that many souls go to heaven on Christmas day. I actually believe that. <br /><br />I pray we could be simple like children...more forgiving...<br /><br />Lots of love to you and Merry Christmas Leah :*<br /><br />Melissa Tandochttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13747825707650125721noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-15559471185838387432012-12-20T06:33:46.584-08:002012-12-20T06:33:46.584-08:00Chris, I feel the same way when I watch footage of...Chris, I feel the same way when I watch footage of hungry children, or places under the siege of war. I feel that I am so blessed that I will surely have to pay for all these blessings. But we do pay. We pay personal tolls as we cross our bridges and walk our highways. Each his own. Not to be compared but lovingly settled and satisfied, understanding the cost and embracing it.<br /><br />I have been teetering lately. Putting one foot in front of the other has been an effort. But all of this beautiful mess is here to take me places I've never been. It is all worth it.<br /><br />Sending hugs back my writerly friend. Wishing you happiness and love now and always.<br />-Leah<br />XOXO<br /> Leah Griffithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10424758000036417506noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-69114389392541537792012-12-20T06:27:14.364-08:002012-12-20T06:27:14.364-08:00Dawn, your words are like silk against the skin. T...Dawn, your words are like silk against the skin. Thank you for all your love and support. I really feel it.<br /><br />I will be looking for that memory of yours. It amazes me how I have never met you in person yet I feel so connected to you and to many other people on line. It's a spirit thing;)<br /><br />Wishing you light, laughter, and love, now and throughout the new year. You're an inspiration to many.<br />XOXOXOLeah Griffithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10424758000036417506noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-86563666896527204042012-12-20T06:23:48.820-08:002012-12-20T06:23:48.820-08:00Cheryl, hope is a most convincing leader. It has l...Cheryl, hope is a most convincing leader. It has lead me out of the pits my entire life. Without hope, all is lost.<br /><br />Wishing you a Merry Christmas. I can't wait to read your holiday post Cheryl.<br />Sending a really big hug your way!Leah Griffithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10424758000036417506noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-79940410385267400692012-12-20T06:21:28.927-08:002012-12-20T06:21:28.927-08:00Vanessa, I love that your mom still holds those tr...Vanessa, I love that your mom still holds those traditions. It makes it seem that somehow those days of magic are still alive.<br /><br />Mike brought that photo home last week from MA. He was adorable. It's sad to think that the homestead in Holden is being dismantled. Soon another family will live there. Our hub will be gone.<br /><br />I'm glad you brought up Donna and the children. I've been meaning to phone her....<br />Merry Christmas beautiful lady and thank you so much for your comment <3 I love you!!!Leah Griffithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10424758000036417506noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-14126122244218129612012-12-19T12:47:43.514-08:002012-12-19T12:47:43.514-08:00I sit and read this, a blessed thirty-two years of...I sit and read this, a blessed thirty-two years of age and feeling mightily ignorant of what it means to have tragedy in one's life. I hone my empathy gently and diligently to let the universe know that I am aware, and grateful. Some days I wonder if I might have to dearly pay for my blessings later. My beau tells me that they are already paid for, earned and deserved. Sometimes I am successful at believing him.<br /><br />Your words read like crackling embers in a fireplace, every sentence a tiny flame and sound headed in its own direction. They illuminate, and glow, and warm the heart. Happy holidays, my friend. Sending hugs.Ms. Faustushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03191744120373670081noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-32576782358845226952012-12-19T10:55:54.507-08:002012-12-19T10:55:54.507-08:00"This is where the magic lives—within the res..."This is where the magic lives—within the restorative power of love’s embrace." What appropriate and beautiful words, Leah. I think we all revisit childhood memories - I call them Comfort Memories - when life becomes too full of overwhelming factors. The soft, gentle haze of childhood softens some of the rough edges of present day. I plan to re-post a memory of my own in the next couple of days, because it is one that I cherish of personal time spent with my beautiful Mom. <br /><br />I wrap you and your incredible, talented, beautiful self in enduring love, friendship, smiles and hugs during this holiday season, my darling girl. You are one of the blessings I will count, always. <br /><br />Namaste', and love.<br /><br />- DawnieHealing Morninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03236609802381940498noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-68688212182987248192012-12-19T08:29:09.373-08:002012-12-19T08:29:09.373-08:00Holidays and festivals can be stressful for some. ...Holidays and festivals can be stressful for some. Have a Merry Christmas doing what you want to do most.JANUhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06983287092498427967noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-12023152319193280642012-12-19T06:54:50.907-08:002012-12-19T06:54:50.907-08:00Sandra, children seem more sophisticated these day...Sandra, children seem more sophisticated these days—their attention spans more limited, what with computers and video games. They are being fed an overload of information. It taxes my brain so I can't image what it does to their young brains.<br /><br />Christmas's meaning remains the same throughout the generations, we are the ones who have changed. This needn't be a negative thing if balance is brought into the mix.<br /><br />Merry Christmas Sandra. Sending blessing to you and your family.Leah Griffithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10424758000036417506noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-71388131628452972802012-12-19T06:51:30.382-08:002012-12-19T06:51:30.382-08:00Thank you Martha. It is a bittersweet season carry...Thank you Martha. It is a bittersweet season carrying with it all the baggage of life itself. Embracing Christmas is akin to embracing life.<br /><br />Have a blessed holiday sweet sister <3Leah Griffithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10424758000036417506noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-53577302810149005092012-12-19T06:50:12.029-08:002012-12-19T06:50:12.029-08:00Pineapple my dear, I will have to research your ho...Pineapple my dear, I will have to research your holiday of Diwali. It seems all cultures have their equivalent of Christmas, and childhood memories often seem sweeter and more sincere than the present moments. <br />I'd like to move beyond this belief of the past being sweeter and embrace the present with an open heart. I still have time ....<br />Sending thoughts of joy and love to you this holiday season!Leah Griffithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10424758000036417506noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-7451408352522004662012-12-18T07:15:37.302-08:002012-12-18T07:15:37.302-08:00What a beautiful message. Yes, you are right. It...What a beautiful message. Yes, you are right. It's the hope that leads us out of the sadness. There is the chance for wonderful just around the corner. <br /><br />That is a beautiful video. I am working on a post that I needs some music clips for. I may be reposting that. If I don't talk to you prior to Christmas. Merry Christmas to you and yours.Cperzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09062444081488414888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-12074496031624233092012-12-18T07:07:48.542-08:002012-12-18T07:07:48.542-08:00MMkay for one Mike was the cutest little boy, aww....MMkay for one Mike was the cutest little boy, aww...for 2 my mother STILL mkaes those chains and styrofoam ball ornaments, now I know where she got that from, and for 3 it IS crazy how Christmas spirit works isn't??? You just reminded me to write to Jeremiah and the girls...another great post Auntie!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08656235938375436242noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-74583952447268059382012-12-18T06:57:10.698-08:002012-12-18T06:57:10.698-08:00I feel the same way. Always trying to recreate the...I feel the same way. Always trying to recreate the magic of my childhood christmases for my boys. but kids grow up so much faster now and their doubts about Santa arise earlier. And how do you beat computer games?Sandra Tylerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13191775335774130719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-76792015786796578732012-12-18T03:43:55.442-08:002012-12-18T03:43:55.442-08:00"This is where the magic lives—within the res..."This is where the magic lives—within the restorative power of love’s embrace. This, my dear friends, is the spirit of Christmas…our greatest gift to one another."<br />Present times are bittersweet, indeed. Thank you, Leah, for reminding us all of the true gift of Christmas, and that we can still experience its joy in the midst of sorrow.<br />Blessings, my friend!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-76408846944718388872012-12-17T19:54:38.046-08:002012-12-17T19:54:38.046-08:00Your post is so touching, definitely reminds me of...Your post is so touching, definitely reminds me of simpler times when everything was not so complicated and festivals were just to be enjoyed as the victory of good over evil.<br /><br />Though I know about Christmas traditions, I have never experienced them first hand where I live. Your post is so apt for the festival of Diwali which we celebrate in India.<br /><br /><br /><br />Lazy Pineapplehttp://www.lazypineapple.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-75488887052438167082012-12-17T19:16:14.430-08:002012-12-17T19:16:14.430-08:00LOL! Stephen! I pour my heart out and you comment ...LOL! Stephen! I pour my heart out and you comment on Blabby. I don't know how I slept with her for all those years without worrying that she might come alive and stab me;) That was way before Chucky's days. I was still pure of mind, although I never could tollerate clowns. LOL!<br />Happy Holidays Mr. Hayes;)Leah Griffithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10424758000036417506noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-73332562699474794102012-12-17T19:08:45.131-08:002012-12-17T19:08:45.131-08:00Baby Blabby looks kinda scary!Baby Blabby looks kinda scary!stephen Hayeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17659054447637207734noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-67267672090200323622012-12-17T16:55:14.881-08:002012-12-17T16:55:14.881-08:00Linda Lee, I love you too sister. I'm okay, I ...Linda Lee, I love you too sister. I'm okay, I just need to let the pain flow through me and do its work.<br />Please please please dig out a photo of you with Mr. S.!!! I posted mine as my profile pic and I'm trying to get people to do the same. We need a boost!Leah Griffithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10424758000036417506noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-30170371469565939902012-12-17T16:24:54.258-08:002012-12-17T16:24:54.258-08:00S.K, I was not too sure about sitting on his lap a...S.K, I was not too sure about sitting on his lap and kept my eyes pinned to mommy. It was like sitting on God's lap. Yes, the children of the 50's had a certain Rockwellian quality to them. Golly gee wiz;) I needed to revisit those times in order to put things into perspective. And now I see that children are magical little souls having left the "other side" not so long ago. I believe they carry divine qualities with them and then they eventually grow up and have to learn them all over again. LOL!<br />Blabby was my baby and still is. She is a bit creepy but I still love her. She reminds me of myself when I was little...a rough little shit with a big heart. Merry Christmas S.K. and thank you so much for your loving comment. Big hugs coming your way!!Leah Griffithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10424758000036417506noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-56287331367520256552012-12-17T16:18:18.572-08:002012-12-17T16:18:18.572-08:00Sarah, I wish you lived nearby so we could share a...Sarah, I wish you lived nearby so we could share all those things that cling to our hearts. You're an old soul with so much love to share. Sending big hugs to you and Ember. I wish I were close enough to pinch her cute little cheeks. <3 xoxoxoxo <3Leah Griffithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10424758000036417506noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-70461242060396986502012-12-17T16:16:40.218-08:002012-12-17T16:16:40.218-08:00It seems the ghost of Christmas past has paid you ...It seems the ghost of Christmas past has paid you a visit too Karen. Sometimes we want to find a safe place to go so we look behind us, as it is the only path we're familiar with. But I like to believe that the now is just as it should be and tomorrow will hold some magic of its own. We may not understand all things but we must navigate through them with faith and courage, and a heart full of hope.<br />Merry Christmas Karen, and thank you for that beautiful e-card. You are some clever little elf!! Big hugs!Leah Griffithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10424758000036417506noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-13677534814177998402012-12-17T16:12:51.298-08:002012-12-17T16:12:51.298-08:00Yes Marie it is. This entire post was written in t...Yes Marie it is. This entire post was written in the light of recent events. Merry Christmas sweet lady. Have a fabulous holiday!Leah Griffithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10424758000036417506noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2626984735812620442.post-75933737077491299352012-12-17T15:48:59.030-08:002012-12-17T15:48:59.030-08:00Dear Leah,
I love you so. I want to wrap my arms...Dear Leah,<br /><br />I love you so. I want to wrap my arms around you and protect you from anymore pain, at least for a little while. I wish I had angel's wings which would work so much better...XOXOXOXOXOX<br /><br />PS The photo with you and Santa is so dear I'm inspired to search out one of my own! Dangerous Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12442306921276302945noreply@blogger.com