Dianne Lawson

Theme: Why-Moments My sons’ personalities were similar yet, distinctly different. Both respectful, kind, honest, real (no parts of phony in our family) + athletic + adventurous + serious + humorous… One a combination of MacGyver + Pied Piper + Dr. Doolittle and the other a Gamer every Gamer would love to have on speed dial. One prefers 4-wheel drive The other preferred sports cars and motorcycles Sometimes I wonder if adventures with my Dad, my brothers, extended family and

Theme: We’re Not Lost, It’s A Spontaneous Adventure Family outings, whether planned or spontaneous, often included possibilities of a wrong turn or two or three… This was only a problem if we had a specific destination or reservation. Even then, it wasn’t really a problem because I usually kept a Thomas Guide in the car. It also helped not being afraid to ask someone “where am I?”, “do you know the way to…?” or confess, “I loaned our Thomas Guide to someone. I don’t know whe

Theme: “I Love You” The most impactful 3 words in any language… “I Love You” Not just when spoken When observed. When you tell someone “I Love You”, hopefully your heart and actions prove you mean it. When you tell someone “I Love You”, hopefully their heart, eyes and ears feel it, see it and hear it. When you tell someone “I Love You”, you are doing more than sharing an emotional sentiment… You’re saying, “I care about you” “I have the best hope and intention for you” “You

Theme: Growth Height is not the only area of growth to measure… When you observe your loved one, are they growing in: Character Intellect Courage Independence Sometimes the most meaningful growth isn't immediately visible, yet it shapes how we respond to challenges, opportunities, relationships, and life itself. “The Ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of convenience and comfort, but where he stands at ties of challenge and controversy.” — Martin Luthe

Theme: Milestones Most mothers remember first impression, first words, first steps, first days of school… Especially, first days of each school level… they are reminders of getting closer to ‘letting go’. When my sons were in elementary school, they attended school down the street from their grandmother. One day, my oldest sat me down to convince me to transfer him and his little brother to an elementary school in Santa Monica. He pointed out that they were on football, baseb

Theme: Memories I loved my sons before they were born. I loved them through childhood. I loved them through the teenage years. I love them in adulthood. At the age of 33, God called my youngest son, Teran, to Heaven… I’ll love him until the day after forever… As I continue life’s journey with my firstborn, P.J., I remember: • P.J. went to Lamaze classes with his father and I • P.J. waited with open arms for his little brother, when we left the hospital to go home • Teran use

Theme: Motherhood Reflections Motherhood begins before awareness of pregnancy and the journey ahead… My grandmother had 14-16 of the 21-23 children in my father’s immediate family. Because of this, I was not afraid of pregnancy, labor or the labor room. I had no clues about morning sickness, changes in your whole body vs. stomach area only, high-heel shoe wearing days coming to an end or life as I knew it becoming, once again, a thing of the past… Normal changes when Li

Theme: Love Love is so much more than a four-letter word. A mother’s love is more than a phrase… A mother’s love carries many meanings and expressions while also differing from woman to woman. A mother’s love often begins before—or the moment—she becomes aware of her pregnancy. Mothers remember being: First Love Protector Provider Teacher Cheerleader Advocate An Example of Behaviors, Morals, Values, Perceptions, and more Mothers remember: First Breath First Cry First Smile Fi