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Thank you Michael!

8/16/2020

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No hugs?!!
"Distance" 
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Michael has come to visit and we sit "distanced" across the yard. It is great to see him and share time. He has also been amazing to market for us in times when "the compromised" are not supposed to be out and about.

We are not going hungry. We are baking and creating. Have to admit some of this is ~ fun.

​                            THANK YOU MICHAEL!!!
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Living each day ~ Going Forward!!!

8/16/2020

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We are currently in a pandemic ~ Ugh!
 Who would think in this day and age that this could possibly happen?

So many people are suffering in so many ways. We heard an author today talk of the word "Lifequake" (Bruce Feller)

I agree with his philosophy and actually like that word. It seems everyone has something going on that is different. It is six months and life is affected in one way or another. 

​My wish is for us to stay positive. Difficult? Yes - Yet tomorrow is another day and somehow....Tomorrows will find a way of unfolding.


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January 17th, 2018

1/17/2018

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Moments with Michael. My "birthday present" was just extra time together. A walk on the beach... Nothing could be better!
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Another special birthday experience as we went to discover and explore the Broad Museum in downtown Los Angeles. 

First though we found fresh fruit stands on the corner which made the wait in line easier. 

We also stood below Angel's Flight - ahh - the memory I reflected on as my grandfather took me there....

​Family! The best!!

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Michael Exploring the World

12/26/2016

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Mom and son ~ We are trying to live up to the tradition of my late Mom and I. There is nothing like it! Ahhh....the memories...I miss you everyday Mom, Miriam Small. You shared and taught me so much. To wander and seek daily adventure ... anywhere Michael and I can go together is meaningful. Even if down the street for a quick latte. This picture was taken among the ruins in Tunisia
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Grandparenting  Special Family Times  

10/31/2014

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When Kaitlin was here for her special weekend! ;-) 
Santa Monica, Hollywood, + here, there and everywhere together... oxox
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Jared and Kaitlin came for a unique weekend as together we explored Los Angeles and so many places while they were here. Especialy = Discovering new foods and destinations together.
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PaPa Dave and all seven grandchildren together!!
Though they somehow are growing so fast....
+ The memory of all time was the slumber party = 
when all were here at one time!
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Grandchildren Love First time Excitement

10/31/2014

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Grandparenting

The fun and creativity of sharing moments and special times together.

Finally now at age nine, this was Catalina's first time staying alone with us for a weekend. 


It was non-stop (maybe tiring for Dave & I) yet something she will long remember. 

This picture shows Catalina dressed to the nines for dinner out and the highight of her visit, her first visit to live theatre.

Peter Pan

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This picture needs no words = it is true JOY!!
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Parenting and the Sharing of the Soul

6/3/2014

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Dave and I with Michael at the Country Harvest restaurant in Newbury Park, CA.

How gracious of this restaurant to reach out to a family with a young child of serious health problems. 20% of the night went to honor and support dear four-year-old little Gracie.

Yes, the food there is always consistent, delicious and a friendly staff...
Yet this time it also had an ambiance of people from near and far + of all ages making a difference. When I drove up the streets were filled with cars parked everywhere. When I walked a ways to the restaurant there was a long line and quiet conversation among friends and strangers. All there to support a cause. Dining in and take-out, it was indeed a crowd. Gracie could not attend as she is in Children's Hospital who are doing a job of wonder. When her Grandpa Steve ordered his pot roast they were all sold out. Those though were good words to hear as $1000+ was raised with heartfelt happiness and hope for little Gracie.
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Children & Granchildren

12/16/2013

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Somehow they seem to grow up each and every day...Catch the moments! (Catalina & Ella)


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Michael! My son who shares the passion ~ of the world!
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Teacher - Relationships - Almost Like a "Parent"

12/15/2013

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Thoughts and such pride to my many students of so many years!!  ;-)

To hear from you now brings such great joy. 
Individuals following dreams & reaching them and beyond. 


You make my day when I hear of your accomplishments, desires, goals and step by step endeavors.

Thank you!  This is a wonderful gift.
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Family Grandchildren Joy  Healthy Living

8/15/2013

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It is that time of year once again. Dave's body surfiing competitions!

+ The joy of "Papa" to have grandchildren cheering. Just to hear their voices shouting and see them developing a love of the ocean.

This picture was an early 6:30 a.m. surf meet. Ella and Catalina + Alissa and Jacob joined in too.

And the icing on the cake, to hear David Endelman's named called to receive a medal. All a family experience + a happy surfer. ;=)

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    Gail Small is a Mom (shown with son Michael). She is also a motivational speaker, author, and educator.

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