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In this photo I was 24 hours old. Today I'm 57 years old. Isn't that crazy. Only three years until I turn sixty and that's starting to sound old. I actually like getting older. I'm a lot more comfortable with myself now than I was in younger years. Is that how everyone else feels?
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My dad was in the army in Korea when I was born. He received a telegram to notify him that he'd become a father to a little baby girl, Kathlyn Louise White. He didn't actually see or hold me until I was 3 months old. This photo was taken after he returned from the Korean war.
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I was a colicky baby which was difficult for my mother because she was staying with her parents for the year that my father was in Korea. Every night she would have to hold me and pace back and forth to keep me from crying and waking up her sisters and my grandparents. If she put me down for even a minute I'd start crying and screaming. I've had a couple colicky babies so I know how much fun that is. NOT!
I'd like to thank my dad and mom for being such wonderful parents. I have always felt really safe and secure. I knew that they would do anything for me and they have done everything for me. They are both beautiful people inside and out. They are really bright, sensible, and practical people. They have always made very wise decisions so I really trust them and any advice that they give me. They've helped me through some tough times which I will appreciate eternally! I've been so blessed to have their support and love throughout my life. They are still strong, hard working, caring, wonderful parents. Thank you for all the wonderful birthdays. I love you both so much!!!
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Happy Birthday Kathy!!! Hope you have a wonderful day. Thanks for sharing these family photos. You resemble your beautiful mother a lot. And your Dad-quite the smile!!
60 is fast approaching, isn't it? We're counting the months until Hubs turns 65....123 months until retirement!! For me, ever since I turned 40, I have become more self assured and confident, opinionated (not that its always good or right!) and content with what I have (and don't have!). It's the little things that mean the most...and you know--I find spending time together with my small group of friends, family and Hubs is what matters most in the world.
What a lovely tribute to your parents!
Yes, I feel exactly like you, I feel much more comfortable getting older.
I'm still a bit shy, but a little more assertive, dare to speak up for myself a bit more. And: I learned to say no! I also realized that you can't be loved/liked by everyone... :o)
Happy Birthday Kathy! Love the photos....you do resemble your mother. I'm lucky I didn't have colicky babies, have heard horror stories though. It's not easy in those sleep deprived months. Would love to see more family photos of you growing up....you have one sister right? Have a wonderful birthday Kathy and hope you receive lots of nice surprises! Just remember when you lose weight everyone looks alot YOUNGER....so 60 is far off, HA!!
Happy Birthday, Kathy!
Thank you for sharing the photos of your babyhood and of your parents. It's easy to see where you get your beauty from.
I'm so happy you still have both of your parents and that you let them know how much you love them.
Please tell us how you are celebrating your birthday.
((((Kathy))))
Carla
How nice of you to remember your parents on your birthday! Happy Birthday Kathy!
I'm 10 years behind you but understand what you are saying. I do feel more comfortable with myself and my life.
Life really is on the job training and I feel more broken in the older I get.
Happy Birthday Kathy from Paul and I. That isn't so old - 57. Actually, 57 is my favorite number. Great pictures of when you were a baby and I agree - you resemble your mom. Hope Wayne is taking you out for a special dinner (if he is up to it). Enjoy your day, do something fun!!!!
Happy Birthday Kathy. Wishing you a great day. What a beautiful way to honor your mother and father. Family its what its all about.
Happy Birthday Kathy! a lovely tribute indeed to your parents.
Happy Birthday Kathy
Karen xx
Happy Birthday Kathy, have a great day! That was a lovely tribute to your parents and I'm sure that they are really proud of you too!
I'm also more comfortable and happier with myself the older I get, I used to be extremely shy and wouldn't stand up for myself..... but now things have changed and for the better I feel.
Dianna
U.K.
Happy Birthday, Kathy..you can't think far ahead..just enjoy life..
You were an adorable little girl..
Thanks for sharing the story of your parents and the pictures.
Happy Birthday Kathy! I hope Wayne is treating you to a special day for a special lady. What a wonderful tribute to your parents. You are a very lucky lady. I hope you have a wonderful day. Remember, the secret to staying young is to find an age you like...and stick with it! Happy Birthday!
Happy Birthday Kathy !
Wow, Kathy!
I so love these photos! Your mother is pretty. Just like you. I printed out the pictures and put them in my little fashion pillow-book.
I hope you put up more photos of you from different stages of your life. I really do like you. :)
Happy Birthday, Kathy. You were a cute baby.
Now Kathy. You really don't like over 50. You look great for your age. Don't worry about it.
So did Wayne do anything special for your birthday.
Happy Birthday.
Happy, happy birthday, Kathy! Hope you and Wayne can spend some quiet time celebrating. Tease him with the goodies he can't eat because of his teeth like he always tempts you with chocolate!!
You're the best!
Diane/Midvale
Happy Birthday Kathy!!!!!!
I hope you have a wonderful day. It must be nice to have an Osmond Brother sing Happy Birthday to you!
Happy Birthday Kathy! I hope you had an absolutely wonderful day. Today would have been my mom's 85th birthday.
Happy Birthday Kathy.
What lovely pictures of you and your parents.
You are so blessed to still have them in your life.
I lost mine when I was only 38. I still miss them every day.
I had my "big" birthday in March. Still a bit ahead of you.
Hope it was a great day.
Happy Birthday, Kathy! No wonder you're so pretty - your mom is beautiful and your dad is very handsome. :)
Thanks for sharing such special family photos with us.
Sorry I missed your birthday yesterday, but I hope you had a lovely day...:)
x
Aloha Kathy,
Happy,Happy Birthday to you! Birthday Wishes for you:
Sing a song,
Hope a hope,
Dream a dream,
Smile,
Laugh,
Be joyful,
And forever keep in your heart
What it is that makes you
So HAPPY!
You are indeed a beautiful person! Thank you for sharing your special family photos with us. I find as I've gotten older I'm more relaxed and confident with myself today than when I was younger! Life is beautiful! Enjoy your special day with Wayne! Alohas and hugs, Carolyn
Happy Birthday! I knew it was coming up but couldn't remember the exact date. Thanks for the photos. Hope you and Wayne had a great day together!!!!
Happy birthday to you here from Denmark.
Marie should make a doll after your baby picture, you were so cute :)
Happy Birthday Kathy.
You look great - don't worry 60 is the new 40 (or so I hear. I feel age is just a number, you are as young as you feel.
May God continue to Bless you.
Sue
Happy birthday, Kathy. What lovely pictures and a beautiful tribute to your parents.
Yes- the older I get, the more comfortable I am with myself.
Have a wonderful day and I hope Wayne will treat you like a queen today!
Happy birthday Kathy! Hope you had a great day!
As I get older I realize more and more it's just another
number! Your beautiful inside and out! Thanks for
sharing I'm having fun participating in your blog!
Kathy, I hope you had a wonderful birthday. It looks like you had a great life growing up with parents like that.
My wife is a colicky baby, but she's that way NOW. If she isnt driving around with a credit card in her hand, she starts to cry,....lol. If she see's this, I'm in trouble. But I love her.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, KATHY! Thanks for sharing that beautiful tribute to your parents, and the lovely pictures. You were a real cutie! Well, with good looking parents like that, how could you not be? Isn't it amazing when we look back at everything our parents have done for us all our lives? My parents have been pillars of strength and wisdom for me, as well....and I'm eternally grateful to them both! I hope I'm progressing to be more and more like them everyday. I do agree with you about feeling more comfortable with myself as I get older. I've noticed that a lot the last few years, too. As for colicky babies .... well, I haven't been blessed with any children of my own. But I do know that I was a colicky baby for the first year of my life....and I've heard all the stories from my family about how I'd cry and fuss and keep everyone awake. My Brother, who is 5 years older than I, was going to be starting Kindergarten that Fall .... (I was born in July) and I guess I kept him awake all Summer with my crying. One day, he went up to my Mom in the kitchen (at age 5), and said: "Mom, you've GOT to do SOMETHING about THAT BABY! I'm starting school soon and I NEED MY SLEEP!" All I can say is: "Sorry 'bout that, chief!" Anyway, the bottom line is that PARENTS ARE WONDERFUL, SIBLINGS ARE A BLESSING, AND FAMILIES ARE FOREVER! And thank the Lord for that! Have a great day, Kathy...and say hi to Wayne. Birthday Hugs, Wendy : )
Happy birthday Kathy! Hope you had a great day! Your mom is so beautiful as you !!!
Thanks for sharing in your blog!
Cathy
For all Moms...I found this online, wanted to share: When you thought I wasn't looking, I saw you hang my
painting on the frige, I knew I wanted to paint more. When
you thought I wasn't looking, I saw you make my favorite cake, I knew
that little things are special.When you thought I wasn't looking, I
heard you say a prayer, I knew there...is a God I could always talk to.When
...you thought I wasn't looking, I felt you kiss me goodnight, and I felt
loved.
kathy, you resemble your mom, and amy resembles you. your dad is very, very handsome.
kathy,the resemblence between you and your mother is uncanny. you have two good looking parents.
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