Thursday, December 26, 2013

HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THE BERRYS!






















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Tim and Suz
(maybe around 2004)

I keep this snap of us in the studio near my easel. We were at a beach party one of our co-workers had at her parents place. I remember walking hand in hand along the shore and feeling so fortunate.

And I feel as fortunate today! There is complete and total continuity. Nothing has been broken, severed or come to an end. I've come to believe the time we spend here on the earth plane is predetermined. Everything we experience here is part and parcel of whatever lessons we need to learn while we are here and believing that all we are are these bodies, we place all of our eggs in that particular basket. And as long as we cling to that belief, when our favorite egg breaks, we break along with it.

I know now we are so much more than this life and these bodies. But I also believe we will never know that until we learn to accept each other and learn to live in peace. And I believe we can do that.

I wish everyone a very Happy and Joyous Holiday Season. And most especially a peace-filled, prosperous and loving New Year. And thank you again and again and again for all of the support and generous comments you have been so kind to leave here over this past year. And, as I've said and will continue to say, words cannot express how grateful and blessed I am by them and you.
















Our boys....Blu Berry and Raz Berry!

Happy Holidays!
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23 comments:

  1. Billie CrainDecember 26, 2013 at 2:37 PM

    I hope you had a joyous holiday, Suzanne. I love your post! So inspiring and so true. God bless.

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  2. juliefordoliver.blogspot.comDecember 26, 2013 at 5:08 PM

    This is such an uplifting post. Love the photo of you both. The happiness is obvious.Your blog is a marvelous place.
    Thank you for bearing your soul and by doing so bringing comfort to others.As you thank us all for the support... I thank YOU for the same. You have the gift of writing in a clear, easily understood way. As well as your beautiful paintings you bring hope and encouragement to many others.
    You are a treasure.
    Peace and blessings.

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  3. Tweedles -- that's meDecember 26, 2013 at 8:28 PM

    Dear Suz
    Thank you for helping us- with your words of wisdom that you so freely share.
    We can tell that your caring heart is sharing love with us.
    And these words are so deep-- we will read and re- read them over and over,,, because what you say- so many times -- is meant for us.
    We love you- and wish Happy Holidays to you, Raz, Blu and Angel Tim
    love
    tweedles

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  4. Linda PoppleDecember 26, 2013 at 8:34 PM

    Your post is inspiring and thought provoking. And the photo of you and Tim is beautiful and shows the love you had for each other. The boys are so cute or should I say handsome. I would love to love on them. hugs ...

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  5. Celeste BerginDecember 27, 2013 at 12:47 AM

    I feel very blessed to have 'met' you, Suz. I am continually amazed at how you navigate your life with candor, humor, love and grace. You don't pull punches..you don't candy coat things--but your optimism is contagious and I always leave your blog with a smile. Happy New Year! xoxo

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  6. Autumn LeavesDecember 27, 2013 at 2:07 AM

    I totally agree with Celeste, Suz. I love seeing this photo of you and Tim and I do believe that your love transcends the here and now. So glad you shared a new pic of Blu and Raz. They are so cute! Hope your Christmas was just super special. Sending you love.

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  7. Pattie WallDecember 27, 2013 at 5:56 AM

    Love that photo! Merry and Happy to you - 2014 should be a good year to paint away - at least that's the way it feels to me! Hugs! BTW - do those dogs annoy you with their cuteness every minute of the day???

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  8. LynnDecember 27, 2013 at 7:22 AM

    Adorable picture and inspiring post Suz. Have a great New Year.

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  9. karen s stittDecember 27, 2013 at 8:10 AM

    I so wish you peace and contentment this upcoming year. I love the pics - you've definitely got that pleased with life look on your face and I hope that shines on through. xxooxx

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  10. hmuxoDecember 27, 2013 at 8:21 AM

    I'm not sure if I found you or you found me on blogland but I am so happy for that!!!
    This is such a beautiful picture of you and Tim...the love clearly written on your faces....and the boys are adorable... I'm sending you a hug for the New Year!!!

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  11. Nancy LohDecember 27, 2013 at 11:32 AM

    Wishing you good health, peace and joy in the New Year. May 2014 bring you lots of happy surprises, Suzanne!

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  12. Karen Johnston Daily PaintingsDecember 27, 2013 at 6:05 PM

    You have a way with words Suzanne...I love reading your blog! This is such an inspiring, positive post...thanks for sharing your thoughts and this beautiful photo!! May you have much joy and peace in the New Year:)

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  13. RH CarpenterDecember 28, 2013 at 7:45 AM

    May your 2014 be full of happy, loving surprises, Suz. Loved your post today!

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  14. John (JWJarts)December 28, 2013 at 8:18 AM

    You're an inspiration to us all Suz. You've certainly helped me keep a proper perspective on things.We are blessed to know you. I wish you all the best for 2014.

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  15. David TeterDecember 28, 2013 at 12:45 PM

    Hi Suzanne,
    Here's to a happy, glorious and prosperous 2014.
    The "oneness" of you two shows in the photo, in fact which one of you does the braided ponytail belong to? Makes you wonder...

    Keep painting...

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  16. mary maxamDecember 29, 2013 at 6:41 PM

    I love this marvelous expression of you together....just great! Wishing you a very Happy New Year!

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  17. Kelley Carey MacDonaldDecember 29, 2013 at 8:00 PM

    I believe it all. I love this photo! And I wish you AND Tim and the boys a peaceful and happy 2014. ((hugs))

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  18. SusanDecember 30, 2013 at 5:06 PM

    Catching up with your blog, your incredible words of wisdom - so joyful and upbeat - and your delicious and delightful work! Many thanks for visiting my blog this past year, Suzanne. Your support has meant more to me than I can tell. I look forward to seeing more of your fabulous work in 2014 and I know I will continue to be inspired by you! Happy New Year Year to you and yours!

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  19. Jeanette JobsonJanuary 1, 2014 at 4:28 AM

    I love coming to your blog as I know I will go away feeling content. Your positivity and caring is proof that what you reflect comes back to you. You are such a role model for others who need inspiration and hope. Never change.

    The happiness just exudes from the photo of you and Tim. And the pugs are soooooo darn cute! Happy 2014 Suz, I wish you everything you would wish yourself in every day of the coming year. Stay well and keep creating my friend.

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  20. NickiJanuary 2, 2014 at 9:20 PM

    Wishing you the happiest of New Years Suzanne!

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  21. Linda AppleJanuary 6, 2014 at 10:09 PM

    Looks like the new year is starting well with this challenge. Great happy pic of the two of you and you can't beat those kind of memories !
    By the way, my granddaughter got a baby pug last year.....named her Bailey and she is SO cute. I had the pleasure of baby sitting her for 3 days. My tiny Tigger fell in love and so did I. We pined after her :) Be happy ......sending a hug your way~

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  22. Sandra BusbyJanuary 17, 2014 at 6:54 AM

    I love this photo! :0)

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  23. Mary Sheehan WinnFebruary 12, 2014 at 3:03 PM

    what a great photo of you and Tim and of course the two 'berries' are just so darn sweet.

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