Monday, September 14, 2009

The Story Behind THIS Little Birdie!




For all of you looking for something scandalous to talk about, here ya go. For those of you who care about me and/or went with me, as you know this was a VERY big deal to me. 35 was a bittersweet year. This tattoo marks many beginnings and endings. I am on the uphill climb to 40. I started a new job after being at home with my babies for many years. My babies have started school for the next million years, I was asked to be on two internationally recognized design teams (A DREAM), rid myself of some people that were dragging me down, joined an AWESOME spirit-filled church, and maybe the hardest of all, lost a baby. All of these things have created a very emotion filled year for me. I am also coming back to the ME I used to be. I am coming to understand that "WIFE" and "MOTHER" are awesome honors to behold, but not what defines me. I have always wanted a tattoo, but I am SO glad I did not get it way back when. I had no idea what I wanted then. I am so glad I waited to get it when I could incorporate my family and all that I am becoming. I am also blessed to have friends who stick by me and walk me through life, and the most amazing, kind, understanding, gentle, patient, loving,trusting, honest, husband a woman could have. Thanks for being part of my journey!


10 comments:

  1. Well pass me a drink and knock me on the floor...It is pretty, though. Your bravery is astounding.

    Layne

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  2. Well, Hello Dolly! Next on the agenda is a trip to the Bra Genie, my friend. You know I love you and I'm proud of the woman you are.

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  4. I am afraid I need more than a Genie my friend! A forklift maybe!

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  5. you are as beautiful on the inside as the outside. i hope this upcoming year blesses you and is more wonderful than the last 35. life will get better. hang in there. the tat is wonderful. i love the kids' names incorporated in it. feel better.

    Nicole Petersen

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  6. when are we getting the next one?? he he. i love you too and will be there to hold up your casabas if needed!! nicole, she's not depressed, she's exhilarated!!! no hanging in there necessary! what she's saying is "life is great!" and the tattoo does look awesome... i see some tank tops in your future!!!

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  7. Love the tattoo. Glad you could get something that means so much to you.

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  8. yayyyyy for anna bess....i love it...you will dig the tat...next time im going with you...i know what those years are like and im feelin you sister...here's to new beginnings...ps...im on sassafras' blog..i had to tell YOU...it is a beautiful tatoo...much love

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  9. hi annabess,
    oh, this post really touched me. you are now the same age i was when i had my second daughter. at that time, we had miscarried several times, so my heart is so full for you right now and all that you've gone through!
    many many blessings my dear,
    erin yamabe

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  10. I guess better late then never to post a comment, but hey I was there!!! The tat looks great! I really am proud of you! I dont see tank tops in the future I see tube tops!!! Love ya, Stacy

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