83 years ago today, God shared with the world the most beautiful (inside and out,) loving woman that I have ever been blessed to know. To some, she was a granddaughter or daughter, to others she was a sister, to one she was a wife, to nine she was a grandmother, to five she was a mother, and to all she was a friend. I know and love her as my mom, and I was known by her as her black-eyed devil. On October 3rd, 2015, God graced heaven with her beauty and love. Called home, the beauty and love of this world has greatly diminished, but she lives on in the hearts of all who knew her. My heart will forever be changed because God blessed me with Mable Hoedl as my mother, confidant, conscience, roommate, teacher, and friend. Happy birthday mom, thank you for everything, and I love you...forever and always.

Mom, you visited me in the most vivid dream this past Tuesday (10/12). The dream began by Tim (and family) visiting me at my place of residence for, what seemed like, the opportunity to use my hot tub/swimming pool. Little ones were enjoying themselves in the water when I noticed you folding clothes. I joined you in this task as we talked. During our conversation, I hesitantly said, "Mom, I know that we're not suppose to ask but, when are you coming home?" Without hesitation,  you responded, "I'll be home on Sunday." Then you hugged me, and as if comforting me in a swaying embrace, you said, "I have missed you so much." Thank you mom. I, too, have missed you so much, and I love you with all of my heart. ❤❤❤