This week a beloved Aunt left this world. She had recently celebrated her 80th birthday and had become a great grandmother. She will be missed.
In her memory and as we turn into 2014, I wish each of you the blessings of a new year, new starts, and new opportunities.
An Irish Blessing
Happy (and safe) New Year,
Kimba
Vicki says
January 15, 2014 at 12:19 pmWhat a nice tribute to Mary Ann. She was indeed one of a kind.
Kim Dalferes says
January 15, 2014 at 2:11 pmIndeed she was. A force to be reckoned with, remind you of anyone?
Suzie Cheel says
January 4, 2014 at 3:16 amLove this Irish blessing and so apt with your Aunt passing. I am sure she would love it
Kim Dalferes says
January 6, 2014 at 9:52 amThx Suzie – my Aunt was a great example of fun, crazy Irish.
Tori says
January 3, 2014 at 7:33 pmI LOVE love LOVE this Irish blessing! đ
Kim Dalferes says
January 6, 2014 at 9:53 amThanks Tori, this blessing was read at her funeral.
Line says
January 3, 2014 at 2:04 pmAlways loved that poem! Blessings to you. Sorry for your loss.
Kim Dalferes says
January 6, 2014 at 9:53 amThanks Line.
Susan Wright-Boucher says
January 3, 2014 at 1:24 pmKimba,
How beautiful that you would pair your loss with this gracious prayer. Thank you. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Kim Dalferes says
January 6, 2014 at 9:54 amThanks Susan. We honored her on Saturday and blessed her on her journey.
Nell Tomassen Reboh says
January 3, 2014 at 4:38 amMy heart is with you and your whole family now that your beloved Aunt has passed on. Thank you for sharing this blessing, Kimba. One I first heard when a near centennial passed on. A very special, and Irish man I remember fondly.
Kim Dalferes says
January 3, 2014 at 12:27 pmThank you for stopping by Nell, and many blessing to you too.
Kathy Gabriel says
January 3, 2014 at 3:43 amThis is one of my favorite sayings/blessings … positive; expectations of celebration; gratitude for all good connections. Most importantly your dear aunt was surronded by love.
Kim Dalferes says
January 3, 2014 at 12:29 pmMy Aunt was indeed truly loved – thank you for your comment Kathy. .
Cathy says
January 2, 2014 at 3:08 pmThanks Kimba,
What a beautiful sentiment to start the new year! Many blessing to you!
Kim Dalferes says
January 3, 2014 at 12:35 pmThx Cathy, wishing youa wonderful 2014.
Angie K. Millgate says
January 2, 2014 at 1:12 pmOH! I have always loved this blessing. Thank you for sharing it and reminding me.
Kim Dalferes says
January 15, 2014 at 2:13 pmThe Irish love their poetry. I have many favorites, but this one always sticks with me.
Helene Cohen Bludman says
December 30, 2013 at 8:47 pmI have always loved that poem, too. My sympathies to you on your loss.
Kim Dalferes says
January 3, 2014 at 1:00 pmThank you Helene.
Lisa Froman says
December 29, 2013 at 7:34 pmI always loved this poem/prayer. Thanks for sharing!
Kimba says
December 30, 2013 at 7:59 pmNew year's blessings to you Lisa.
Joyce Watson says
December 27, 2013 at 9:57 amKeep I wrote the same prayer last night. Funny how we are connected. My mom loved you and I’m so glad you were able to see her one last time before she passed. I truly believe God had his hand in this. Love you cuz.
Kimba says
December 28, 2013 at 10:23 amMy heart is with you Cuz.
Lori Rinehart says
December 27, 2013 at 8:32 amLove. Sending you light and warmth and peace.
Kimba says
December 28, 2013 at 10:22 amThanks Lori – love and blessings to you too chica.