Abu Baby: Recent Comments

Comment on some writings

2010-02-18T19:17:59Z

I told John he was crazy for using such a long first sentence. Fifty-six words! Rose, your first sentence is a sensible 20 words. Maybe we're all crazy.

Comment on Abu Dhabi in winter

2010-02-18T16:11:42Z

I miss your writing rose! i've really enjoyed reading the blog.

Comment on Swing at the end of the day

2009-11-25T22:19:07Z

Oh my gosh, she's turned into a giant! A giggling, swinging giant!

Comment on Jim Gravois

2009-10-11T15:36:32Z

can someone tell me what became of Jim ? I worked with him @ Ochsner hospital years ago . At that time, he had gotten married and they were about to have their first child. He was so kind and gentle. I can believe he is gone ! It appears that he had been traveling since Katrina. Was he working ? What happened to him during Katrina ? I am so sad !

Janie Mason

Comment on Perspective from Zahraa

2009-05-01T18:47:33Z

Rose and John, In the mouth wide open picrure, "Is that a tooth?" I think we're going out to buy some watermelon - - - she made us hungry.
Love you all!
John & Martha

Comment on sigh

2009-04-28T04:15:16Z

John and Rose, I opened the mail today and found a cd of photos Damien had shot at the crawfish boil Tim hosted. He also included several shots of Jim from you wedding in CA. My hope and prayer is that we may become closer as you have opportunity. John and Martha have planned to stop by for a few days omn their way to meet you in California. I hope we will have some time as well in the near future. Grace and peace. Mike.

Comment on sigh

2009-04-26T12:13:09Z

I loved, loved the vimeos of Iola giggling in the hallway and trying to crawl over John! I giggled and laughed as well. John is a great crawler, too.

Slavery is no laughing matter. What makes one's work and worth more than another's? Human capital made expendable is the way of the global economy. And often it is a very sad situation, with the worker ants having very little or no say in their destiny. Keep on questioning.

Comment on getting ahead of herself

2009-04-11T12:33:48Z

What wonderful postings these last two are! I've never seen sand dunes like those, but have heard of babies eating sand. My younger sister ate sand, but drinking it is novel to me. The description of Iola as she learns her new skills really paints a pleasant picture. I just saw my friend's one year old yesterday try an unsteady step, so it is so easy to picture Iola taking that chance of standing. And the spider walk from crawling! So creative.
It sounds like Gabe and I will be able to see you in California in June. I am so excited, it will make our trip to the Lake even more special.

Comment on Jim Gravois

2009-04-02T22:08:35Z

To Those Who Knew and Loved Jim,
My name is Jeff. I met Jim in Honduras he was the skinny giant and I was the big Redheaded guy. Jim came to see my wife and I while we were in Rome GA. He talked me into going to Missouri with him for a week. We spent 5 days touring around the wineries and historic sites. Jim and I parted ways there, but stayed in touch. 2 weeks ago he called me and wanted to return the knife I gave him. He told me he had found one he liked better. He took the time to sharpen the knife before mailing it. I would give anything if he had taken the time to call me and tell me what was going on instead. The Jim I will always remember is the kind hearted, quick to laugh, quicker with a helping hand, and wanting to find the smile in everyone he met. The world is a darker place for me today because a shinning star lost his way...

Comment on Jim Gravois

2009-03-25T23:01:05Z

We are so very sorry for your loss! We met and loved Jim while we were living in River Ridge. He moved into our old apartment complex and we were able to visit him there just before we had to leave Louisiana for the final time (for work). We were so surprised and saddened to hear of his death. We will always think kindly of him. We will miss his laugh and his cheerful giving spirit now that much more than miles separate us.
Our prayers for comfort are with you and his kids and his church family.