If you read my blog
(well duh, obviously you do)
then you know that I try to do
a tribute post for each of my
loved ones on their birthdays.
This year my dearest loved one,
my darling Rod
organized a tribute from those I love.
They posted it on Facebook.
Is it tacky that I'm posting it here?
Who cares.
It's my blog, and my informal journal.
So I think its appropriate...
Anyhow,
here it is, so I'll always be able
to find these wonderful words
and look back on them
when I need a boost,
encouragement,
a hug.
Collette
My Darling Sister
I remember as an older sister, (A big 4 years older), I loved to gaze at her. She was such a beautiful child. She had dark hair that belied a label. It was black, but it was more than that, it was rich in color, the perfect marriage of Moms rich red and Dads strong black. And the texture! Fine as spun angora. And just as soft. Mom kept it in a bob, just chin length. One day I watched her from my bedroom window as she came home from school, riding her imaginary pony, with her hair moving to the rhythm of her prancing body. So pretty!
She had beautiful dewy skin, white as white with cheery pink cheeks and full rosy lips. And those dancing eyes! There was always a story going on behind those eyes, full of color and imagination, and generally only known by her. But we were privy to the energy and joy that created those private worlds.
Perhaps as a result of my perspective more than a reflection of reality, I felt that she was a delicate thing, more suited to a gentler world than this one we live in now. So it has been with delight and surprise as through the years I have come to know the adult Collette. The one that maintains the characteristics of gentle wonder, but also manifests a streak of grit and courage.
The same woman who delights in a crateful of fuzzy chicks, in 6 months can, with a few skillful strokes, harvest them for their next contribution to her families wellbeing. She delights in the re-reading of stories she has known for decades, and those same hands that cradles her books, creates knitted blankets and nutritious meals for those she loves. Dad says she reminds him of Aunt Maxine, someone, he feels can do anything she puts her mind too, and do it well.
I agree with Dad.
Happy Birthday my Darling
Love, Son
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My Dear Collette,
Happy Birthday!
I hope today will be one that you will never forget.
I want you to know what a great example you have been to
me. I've seen you face up to what seemed to be
insurmountable, meeting it head long. Your powerful prayers and humble
faith have given you peace that comes from leaving your burdens at Gods
feet and choosing to follow Him. You and Rod have shown me how two people
can work together and play together , laugh and cry together, serve and worship
together. I love how honest you are and how you stay true to who you are and what
you believe.
I love you!
Nancy
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So I have 3 sisters. All older! All wonderful! But today is Collette's birthday - she is the sister I shared a room with, who read to me when I was little, who told me stories of her own making, who taught me about Santa, who played "pillow sandwich" at night with me when we were supposed to be sleeping (so she also taught me about 'quiet giggling'). She is also the sister who lives farthest away from me, so I get to see her less than the others - but I love her just as much! She is a great example - she is a hard worker, a great mother, a wonderful wife, a farmer, an equestrian, a teacher, a photographer, a blogger and SO MUCH MORE. When I was a young mother, we chatted online for hours and hours, then when I was a working woman, we emailed daily - now that we are both older and busier - we get to chat less, but I think of her often and whenever I do, I can always get a glimpse of her life by checking out her blog where she documents small moments of her life, and things of 'interest' and important in her life.
I am so lucky to have her in my life - and to call her my sister!
Love you Collette!
Rozann
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You have no idea how thankful that I am that you agreed to go out with me when we worked at Rocky Mountain Helicopters in Provo, Utah. I love you more each and everyday. You are my best friend, my soul mate, you put up with all of my short comings. You stick by me through good times and bad. You are the best thing that has happened to me. I want to wish you a Happy Birthday and to tell you how much I love you.
Love you the most...
Rod Buffaloe
Happy Birthday Collette
Collette
My Darling Sister
I remember as an older sister, (A big 4 years older), I loved to gaze at her. She was such a beautiful child. She had dark hair that belied a label. It was black, but it was more than that, it was rich in color, the perfect marriage of Moms rich red and Dads strong black. And the texture! Fine as spun angora. And just as soft. Mom kept it in a bob, just chin length. One day I watched her from my bedroom window as she came home from school, riding her imaginary pony, with her hair moving to the rhythm of her prancing body. So pretty!
She had beautiful dewy skin, white as white with cheery pink cheeks and full rosy lips. And those dancing eyes! There was always a story going on behind those eyes, full of color and imagination, and generally only known by her. But we were privy to the energy and joy that created those private worlds.
Perhaps as a result of my perspective more than a reflection of reality, I felt that she was a delicate thing, more suited to a gentler world than this one we live in now. So it has been with delight and surprise as through the years I have come to know the adult Collette. The one that maintains the characteristics of gentle wonder, but also manifests a streak of grit and courage.
The same woman who delights in a crateful of fuzzy chicks, in 6 months can, with a few skillful strokes, harvest them for their next contribution to her families wellbeing. She delights in the re-reading of stories she has known for decades, and those same hands that cradles her books, creates knitted blankets and nutritious meals for those she loves. Dad says she reminds him of Aunt Maxine, someone, he feels can do anything she puts her mind too, and do it well.
I agree with Dad.
Happy Birthday my Darling
Love, Son
************************************
My Dear Collette,
Happy Birthday!
I hope today will be one that you will never forget.
I want you to know what a great example you have been to
me. I've seen you face up to what seemed to be
insurmountable, meeting it head long. Your powerful prayers and humble
faith have given you peace that comes from leaving your burdens at Gods
feet and choosing to follow Him. You and Rod have shown me how two people
can work together and play together , laugh and cry together, serve and worship
together. I love how honest you are and how you stay true to who you are and what
you believe.
I love you!
Nancy
**********************************
So I have 3 sisters. All older! All wonderful! But today is Collette's birthday - she is the sister I shared a room with, who read to me when I was little, who told me stories of her own making, who taught me about Santa, who played "pillow sandwich" at night with me when we were supposed to be sleeping (so she also taught me about 'quiet giggling'). She is also the sister who lives farthest away from me, so I get to see her less than the others - but I love her just as much! She is a great example - she is a hard worker, a great mother, a wonderful wife, a farmer, an equestrian, a teacher, a photographer, a blogger and SO MUCH MORE. When I was a young mother, we chatted online for hours and hours, then when I was a working woman, we emailed daily - now that we are both older and busier - we get to chat less, but I think of her often and whenever I do, I can always get a glimpse of her life by checking out her blog where she documents small moments of her life, and things of 'interest' and important in her life.
I am so lucky to have her in my life - and to call her my sister!
Love you Collette!
Rozann
**********************************
You have no idea how thankful that I am that you agreed to go out with me when we worked at Rocky Mountain Helicopters in Provo, Utah. I love you more each and everyday. You are my best friend, my soul mate, you put up with all of my short comings. You stick by me through good times and bad. You are the best thing that has happened to me. I want to wish you a Happy Birthday and to tell you how much I love you.
Love you the most...
Rod Buffaloe
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| BABY Collette |
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| Birthday rides - my favorite thing! |
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| Christmas 2013 |
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| "racing" at Disney World circa 1980's |
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| My amazing family Utah 2013 |
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| Temple Marriage is so important! I LOVE YOU Rod! |
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| Our little wedding chapel in Las Vegas. Yup, THAT Las Vegas. NOT by Elvis. |
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| Our wedding party Rod's brother Scott and my sister Son (Sondra) |
Thank you to my wonderful family.
We had a great day today.
Didn't manage to fit in a ride*,
but did lots of other great stuff.
I'll add some more photos and tell you
all the particulars tomorrow.
Gotta save SOMETHING for "blog fodder".
*we have a date for a ride Thursday morning.
And maybe another one on Saturday!
2 comments:
I heard some people are having a hard time commenting - so I changed it to this format - blogger's suggested "cure"... we'll see.
Well, I never had trouble posting... but I'm all for easier! ha ha
Happy Birthday and I'm so happy Rod asked us to participate!!!
And we WANTED to post it on your blog as a suprise, but we couldn't crack it! ha ha
love you sis!
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