Lexi Loo

To be creative takes courage... I totally agree. It's about trying new things, accepting failures as ways to learn, and not worrying about perfection. Some are mine here others are what I want to do.

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What I feel passionate about...

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Meet Leah Charlotte! Born December 9th, 2018

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Toes in the Sand (Summer memories with Lexi )

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Toes in the Sand

Ahhhh, a place to escape, to let your hair down and let go,

where the sand feels so warm and the pleasant breezes blow.

A spiritual holiday to rest and rewind,

you almost forget where you are, as you daydream in your mind.

You hear children's laughter and the waves as they break,

with your toes in the sand and a smile on your face.

Sandcastles being carefully formed,

as well as seashells and sand pails strewn all around.

Sun kissed bodies from here to there, line the beach with their colorful umbrellas and chairs.

Not a care in the world as you soak up the Sun,

with your toes in the sand appreciating all the fun.

Beach balls and frisbees fly through the air,

the beach is alive with excitement everywhere.

Time seems to slow down when you're one with the shore,

You want to stay forever and capture even more.

Yet, you must go heavy hearted bidding farewell to the coast,

only to plan your next trip back here to treasure the place you love most.

Hoo and the Missing Piece

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There once lived a wee small owl who went by the name of Hoo. He was given his name by a young princess who imagined him. She spoke to her owl everyday about everything. Hoo was allowed to play in her room and play with her toys. Not a permission given to just anybody. Hoo knew that too and felt all warm inside knowing that he was loved. When the young princess used to go to places that were a little frightening for her, she would clam up and feel alone. Since Hoo has come along those feelings are gone and new feelings of trust and comfort can be felt by her.

The young princess also had a Grammy. They spent a lot of time together and loved making each other laugh. Once in a while while they were chatting over tea and crumpets, Hoo would boldly interrupt. The princess would quickly scold him and get back to her tea. (Pinkies out of course)

Moments later and after tea, the young princess and her Grammy could be spotted in the yard chasing butterflies. Right in the middle of an excursion, Hoo would make his presence known by flying so close to them, he almost got tangled in their hair! (At least that is what I was told)

One day, in particular, the princess had a doctor appointment in the town next to her Grammy's.

Guess who also needed to see the doc? Hoo! The two were inseparable. Hoo trusted the young girl as much as she trusted him. It was a perfect relationship.

While playing on the princess' carpet in her pretty, owl decor bedroom, Hoo was allowed to fly around.

Almost immediately, the young princess abruptly announced "you better duck your head, Grammy, Hoo is on the loose!" At a moments notice, Hoo could be in the room playing with them or sleeping or sometimes just perched on the curtain rod watching over them. Except on this beautiful sunny August day, Hoo got into mischief! The young princess just so happened to peek out of her bedroom window, only to see Hoo sitting inside her sandbox in the back yard! It frightened her so and she ran out of the house to catch him. Grammy followed, with Autumn and Bella in tow. (Their doll babies)

When they arrived at the sand box, there was no Hoo! They packed our babies up in their stroller and took off on an adventure to find her missing owl.

As they headed out, the princess, not seeming too concerned about Hoo's whereabouts exclaimed to Grammy that she needed her Bird Book. She shared with her Grammy the fact that it wasn't to look for Hoo with, rather to search for new and rare findings. Without holding back, she let out a hoot and a holler! She had spotted a small, grayish colored bird with a small pointy beak. Believing it to be a sandpiper, she began thumbing through the pages rapidly. Passing the perching birds, the swallows, the owls, until she came to the water birds. You would think she would have a cheery composure, but instead shoulders slumped she closed the book hard and tossed it in the stroller. Unfortunately right into Autumns face! The princess felt so sorry for her baby that she scooped her right up into her arms.

Letting her Grammy know that the bird she had seen was not a sandpiper at all! She realized this because the bird in the book had long legs and the one she saw did not!

Moving on from that disappointment, they continued their journey. Still no Hoo.

They came upon a very large rocky spot and began to climb. There were many crevices to step over and dig through for treasures, if the were lucky enough. Suddenly, they heard what sounded like a little owl and lo and behold, it was Hoo! Up above in a lilac bush he sat. They called up to him and off he flew once again. They figured out, by then, that this was a game he was playing with them. Nonchalantly, they carried on with their trip and focused on finding new and interesting items along the way. Among their finds, was a good acorn for whistling, a pretty rock with mica woven through it that made it sparkle and last but so not least was a puzzle piece! It may not sound interesting to some, but to the princess and her Grammy it was the beginning of a fantastic treasure hunt!

New 1st grade haircut! So cute! (I cut it for her) scary at first...

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Being the best Grammy I can be! My husband and my daughters are myworld including my granddaughter Lexi and now Leah and soon to be Lyra!

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Today is September 5th, 2016

Fall, one of my favorite times of year. Everything is changing. School begins again and there's a new feeling in the air. Cool, crisp refreshing. The leaves have begun to change and the acorns are stuffed along the branches waiting to be scoffed up by the squirrels. On my porch you better watch out, a stray acorn or two will come soaring down at a furious rate and bonk you right on the top of your head! Although, I often wonder if the squirrels have something to do with that. Hmmm...

Change is good, so they say. I usually agree, then when I take the time to really think about it, I find I really hate it! At least at first. Haha!! Eventually, everybody has to accept it, including myself.

One big change for me is losing my granddaughter to the wonderful world of education, known as 1st. Grade.

She and I have been sharing many wonderful days since she was born, 6 years ago. It's been a beautiful relationship that we have lovingly created. And will, of course continue to develop.

Our big change though, begins tomorrow when I'll be dropping her off 2 mornings a week and picking her up a couple times a month! It has left me feeling lost, lonely, helpless and tearful for many days now.

Change being good and all, I have struggled with how I really feel as opposed to what I know I should feel about this.

My daughter, Megan introduced me to a motivational speaker on YouTube. For a couple days, I was feeling as though my whole attitude was going to "change" for the better and all this would be so easy now, yet I keep tripping up.

Positive thinking, creating confidence, and reprogramming my thoughts are just to name a few of Brendan Bouchard has me believing.

Our family spent the day at the lake yesterday, including Lexi of course and it was wonderful. We had some sweet conversations and extra hugs and kisses.

Now, tomorrow she will have her first day back in school and with all the changes we are all going through, hers should be the most exciting. She will do well because she is smart, she will make lots of friends because she is a good friend, and she will have fun because she knows how to make anything fun! ( including her amazing, resilience and nothing can stop me- attitude)

Lexi girl, I will miss our daytime play times together yet I'm looking forward to hearing all about your new adventures in school!

I love you to the moon and back......

Almost 5, my love, my joy, my Lexi girl

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September 28th, 2013. Our 28 years of Marriage!

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September is here!

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Good afternoon,

Lexi began her first day of preschool today. She was a brave little turtle! I bought her a light pink and green necklace to help her separate from Jen and me and it has a little turtle on it. She wore it and did great! She has her own cubby too. Jen bought her an adorable backpack with a kitty on it and she loves it.

While at school, she met a boy named Hunter and asked her teacher if he was a hunter. Hehe! She also got to wash the tables for her job today and was so excited to use the cleaner that Jenny doesn't usually let her use.

They taught her to use scissors, as did I, they sang head and shoulders knees and toes, and made a paper pizza with the grandfriends! (she attends a preschool in a nursing home.)

She will be taking a trip to California with Mum and Dad to visit her Grampa Gary. (Trevor's dad)

I love you Lexi, you make me happy every time we are together!

All about Lexi girl😘💞💕

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💙Gymboree for Lexi 💜

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Aunt M and baby Lexi

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My special girl!

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Sophie time!

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Lexi playing in her own yard on a beautiful November morning!

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Lexi packing up and moving out!

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Moving time for Lexi

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more shots for Lexi....: (

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Lexi with Mummy! They love books!!!

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Lexi and Auntie Megan and Dada

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Strawberry Sweetcake!

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April 2015

My Grammy and my Bampa 25 years ago September 28, 1985 : )

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spent the day with Miss Lex who would not could not sleep!!!

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Lexi my love......

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