How I became ME!

How did I become ME? Well today, May 30th, that question is answered as I give thanks and honor to my parents, Wade and Mary Jane Roe who are celebrating their 55th wedding anniversary. A beautiful blond haired gal with the cutest little nose gave her heart to a tall handsome guy and that began their journey...

So back to the original question, "How did I become ME?" Well, five years into their journey, I was born! It was a time in their life when they were members of a sports car club. They drove the very first convertible, Thunderbird and it was red, of course. When I was old enough to stand, I was donned in a beautiful straw hat and dress to match my mother and was allowed to stand on the seat between them as we participated in rallies. I think I was like a new " hood ornament" that they were so proud of!

I am not exactly like just one of my parents but a combination of them both. Sorta like a little bit country and a little bit rock and roll! (where did that come from?) As far as looks, I got my blond hair and small nose from mom and my high forehead and blue eyes from dad. Those outward traits are determined by the genes and are accepted "as is." However it is the inward traits passed on that began to form I to ME. This took work and diligence, time, determination and sacrifice on the part of my parents as they began to mold me through their training but mostly by their example.

Just to mention a few, I watched my mom teach bible school and visit the nursing home. She made sure that less fortunate kids had Christmas gifts and she did without so I could have things. She was very talented and was always sewing and baking and making crafts. So I have to say that my mom is responsible for my desire to give of myself and put others first, my love for art and my love of the Lord.

I watched my dad build an airplane in our basement and heard him talk of machines that he invented. I watched him start a business in a shed in our back yard, then move it to the garage and now, thanks to him it is a thriving business in an Industrial Park. Because of my dad, I am constantly looking for something to invent myself and I do not like to sit idle. He has instilled in me a desire to better myself and my situation. He taught me to "think."

Wow! Now I see that it took many years to form ME, and I have not even begun to scratch the surface....

So, mom and dad, if you read this I would just like to say thanks for hikes in the woods and picnics at the airport. Thanks for lemonade stands and birthday parties, and being so active in all my school events including my green hair when I was a leprechaun in the play. Thanks for giving me a beautiful childhood filled with wonderful memories. And last but not least, thank you for living your life as an example so I could become the very best "ME!" I am not bragging, but as Martha Stewart would say, "It's a good thing!"



That's all for now but as always...

Have a colorful day!

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