tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079877794128349006.post2707040604043656842..comments2023-07-12T11:02:54.477-05:00Comments on Musings of an Artist's Wife: Happy ChristmasWendy Rodrigue Magnushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08289447655110009690noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079877794128349006.post-88324072529673286182013-01-04T13:45:08.592-06:002013-01-04T13:45:08.592-06:00Beautiful, my friend! Happy New Year!Beautiful, my friend! Happy New Year!Christy Kourynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079877794128349006.post-42336798515372319702012-12-21T22:49:44.293-06:002012-12-21T22:49:44.293-06:00hanks so much for sharing again Wendy. I guess I ...hanks so much for sharing again Wendy. I guess I missed the post last year because of chaos and mayhem in getting ready to enjoy the holidays. John and I love you and George and hope to catch up with you soon. Karen and John Bradshaw<br /><br />PS: Keep writing - It's great to be amused by the muse.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079877794128349006.post-68897468727125177552012-12-20T10:49:27.543-06:002012-12-20T10:49:27.543-06:00Oh Patty. YOU are my idol. Can't wait to mee...Oh Patty. YOU are my idol. Can't wait to meet your granddaughter!Wendy Rodrigue Magnushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08289447655110009690noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079877794128349006.post-51886829147679986292012-12-20T10:35:58.303-06:002012-12-20T10:35:58.303-06:00Now I know deeply, fully, why I need my granddaugh...Now I know deeply, fully, why I need my granddaughter to walk in your world. If she's ever going to see pure goodness and kindness, it will be in watching "Mr. and Mrs. Rodrigue" just being themselves. I can't wait for Sunday, hoping she'll become a little bit Wendified.Patty Friedmannhttp://www.pattyfriedmann.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079877794128349006.post-211148595333480392012-12-19T21:19:52.642-06:002012-12-19T21:19:52.642-06:00Merry Christmas, Anon. Thank you for writing in a...Merry Christmas, Anon. Thank you for writing in and sharing. Peace and goodwill to you and yours-<br />Wendy Rodrigue Magnushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08289447655110009690noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079877794128349006.post-83464616049049824712012-12-19T20:46:10.744-06:002012-12-19T20:46:10.744-06:00I loved your story about Gladys....I had a Gladys ...I loved your story about Gladys....I had a Gladys also in my life here in San Antonio. She was such a dear and we loved each other so much. Christmas always brings sweet memories of the people we loved and not with us any longer. I enjoy your writings and often they make me cry.....a pleasant cry. <br />Merry ChristmasAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079877794128349006.post-1379091204855092622012-12-19T19:11:34.415-06:002012-12-19T19:11:34.415-06:00What a wonderful story, Grandma Sandy. You defini...What a wonderful story, Grandma Sandy. You definitely have the holiday spirit! All the best to you and yours for a joyous season-Wendy Rodrigue Magnushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08289447655110009690noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079877794128349006.post-81399600370567072312012-12-19T18:25:01.492-06:002012-12-19T18:25:01.492-06:00Last Sat. I went with My Mardi Gras float (Krewe O...Last Sat. I went with My Mardi Gras float (Krewe Of Centaur-Shreveport) to the NW Louisiana Vets Home to deliver gifts, cookies and some holiday cheer. What a wonderful home this place is. But we all left inspired and thankful to those men and women who gave so much to us. May your family have a blessed holiday and a safe healthy New Year.Grandma Sandyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06947011323106812901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079877794128349006.post-33525601242085222732012-12-19T16:03:32.671-06:002012-12-19T16:03:32.671-06:00Always wonderful to hear from you, Freda. Hope to...Always wonderful to hear from you, Freda. Hope to see more of you in 2013. All the best for a beautiful holiday!Wendy Rodrigue Magnushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08289447655110009690noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079877794128349006.post-26129181771555079092012-12-19T16:02:33.044-06:002012-12-19T16:02:33.044-06:00Thank you, Anon. In truth, your comments left me ...Thank you, Anon. In truth, your comments left me a bit weepy. Happy Holidays to you and yours- WendyWendy Rodrigue Magnushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08289447655110009690noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079877794128349006.post-12259571148814682512012-12-19T15:55:05.790-06:002012-12-19T15:55:05.790-06:00You are such a dear person and your writings/musin...You are such a dear person and your writings/musings, are a precious gift! I have been even more enlightened by reading your words!<br />Merry Christmas!<br />FredaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079877794128349006.post-1506437352298027372012-12-19T13:20:48.977-06:002012-12-19T13:20:48.977-06:00Warm and wonderful article. Thank you for the so m...Warm and wonderful article. Thank you for the so many really important reminders it contains, especially at this time of the year. Your beautiful relationship with Gladys reminds me of John Prines haunting song, "Hello in there." I have a soft spot for our treasured elders even as I more towards that status myself. Your Foundation work will be planted forever in the hearts and minds of the children you inspire even as they move toward their treasured old age. It will be remembered and passed along when we are long gone. Thank you! Because many could do something similiar but don't. Thank you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079877794128349006.post-56145387492228312252011-12-23T06:10:57.999-06:002011-12-23T06:10:57.999-06:00Great memories, Rita. Thank you, With love to you...Great memories, Rita. Thank you, With love to you and yours this holiday season and always-Wendy Rodrigue Magnushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08289447655110009690noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079877794128349006.post-90145017232610940462011-12-22T12:01:31.603-06:002011-12-22T12:01:31.603-06:00Wendy, I don't recall the child y'all adop...Wendy, I don't recall the child y'all adopted, but what I can remember from when I knew you and your sister as little girls, is how kind and loving you have always been, and everything you do and write as an adult reflects these qualities. I'm so happy to have found your blogs and to be able to read your musings, and to bask in the glow of the amazing person that you are. The holiday season is a stressful time, but taking the time to help others, even in small ways, is balm to the soul. And I seriously doubt that the kindnesses you have shown to others is entirely a reflection of guilt - we can see in another person's eyes when that person truly cares about others. And, as you say, even though we learn that we can't help or save everyone, we reach an accommodation with ourselves to do what we can and focus on small, everyday kindnesses. I also recall the love and glee with which your mom decorated packages and your home (huge, beautiful, salmom-colored poinsettias). Here's hoping you and your family have a healthy, loving holiday season. LOL<br /><br />P.S. What has made me laugh is remembering bmxmom jumping around on one foot and repeating "la toilette!" :-)Rita Lnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079877794128349006.post-44122651499521766502011-12-21T13:00:43.279-06:002011-12-21T13:00:43.279-06:00Wendy, as always I enjoy your writing--Louisiana C...Wendy, as always I enjoy your writing--Louisiana Christmas 1950 brought back memories--I was 7. The sparse tree, the huge lights, the silver tinsel, and the beautiful ornaments (wish my mother had kept them also)! It was a different time . . .Carmen Daiglenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079877794128349006.post-52735960125309558122011-12-15T09:38:09.271-06:002011-12-15T09:38:09.271-06:00Thank you for the comments, everyone. Tis the sea...Thank you for the comments, everyone. Tis the season!Wendy Rodrigue Magnushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08289447655110009690noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079877794128349006.post-70770347844049277882011-12-15T09:30:45.841-06:002011-12-15T09:30:45.841-06:00This is such a great insight into George's lif...This is such a great insight into George's life and fiber. Thank you, Windybillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13167460849680833695noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079877794128349006.post-61637103404487293372011-12-13T12:57:49.024-06:002011-12-13T12:57:49.024-06:00Beautiful Wendy. Once again you brought tears to m...Beautiful Wendy. Once again you brought tears to my eyes. Now I have to go redo my mascara.JJohnsonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079877794128349006.post-42308103411810784592011-12-13T10:55:24.716-06:002011-12-13T10:55:24.716-06:00I love this post. I remember how sad you were abou...I love this post. I remember how sad you were about Gladys, and when Sally Struthers came on the TV begging us to help feed the children of Indonesia. Simple kindnesses can make a huge difference each and everyday. A kind word and a smile go a long way. You never know when someone might need one.bmxmomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09163408990177860415noreply@blogger.com