Friday, March 8, 2013

Defining Life-9 of 31


The March Slice of Life Challenge-hosted by Ruth and Stacey, at Two Writing Teachers - #9 of 31
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               According to the Merriam-Webster online Dictionary:

        the word "anticipation" means the visualization of a future event or state  


        the word "visualization" means formation of mental visual images    
        an "image" is a reproduction or imitation of the form of a person or thing
        a "person" or "persons" can be thought of as the personality of a human being
        the "persons" of my family are driving in tonight for spring break
        they will be missing the "snowstorm" which is arriving tomorrow
        "snowstorm" is defined as a storm of or with snow
        one of those "persons" arriving is my grandson
        "grandson" is defined as the son of a son or daughter 
        
        Never underestimate the power of the feelings of anticipation.  They have fueled me all the week long.  Nearly here!
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And by the time you read this, the anticipation will be over, and the real fun will have begun!

30 comments:

LibraryDragon/Storykeeper said...

Happy for you! There is nothing better than a grandbaby! Happy days are here.

Linda B said...

Yes, a fun week Ruth. Thank you!

LibraryDragon/Storykeeper said...

Are they there yet? Dan says we will have to plan some road trips so I have something to write about.

CSPeterson said...

Have a wonderful snow day together!

Linda B said...

Yes, finally here, now all are off to bed! Funny about the road trips. Have you read Gary Paulsen's book, Road Trip. I haven't gotten to it yet, but it's supposed to be really good.

Linda B said...

Will do, Katie. Hope you get to stay home all day!

Terje said...

Enjoy, have fun, and don't worry about commenting.

Melanie Meehan said...

That's a lot of definitions--very clever! I don't want to see any comments from you today! Enjoy your family!

drferreriblogspot.com said...

Hugs and stories sounds like the best way to get through a snow day with loved ones! Have fun...and write when you can. I remind myself it's a CHALLENGE not a mandate!

Diana Martin said...

I can feel the delight in your words, Linda. I am smiling thinking about you with your family. Savor every moment. :)

Anonymous said...

So clever the way you wrote this!!! I read it and re-read it. Love it! Have a fun week.

Mardie said...

I love the last line! It is so true that anticipation can be fuel for the heart! Have a wonderful time today with your family, Linda!

Lyssat said...

I love this. I too read it several times. YAY for grandson time!!!! My mom wishes she could be with my guy as we speak! Her anticipation ends on Easter! Happy weekend!

elsie said...

Being snowed in with family sounds like a fun time. Enjoy this week.

Unknown said...

How you make the definitions from Webster's sound interesting is beyond me, but you did it.

jenb. said...

Your post nearly made me cry! I rode the same anticipation all week, knowing that Friday night, I would be with my family after a 3-hour drive home on the heels of Parent-Teacher conferences. And then, I got the flu. So now I am sitting on my couch alone. I hope that your family made it safe and sound and your spring break is off to a blessed start together!!

Linda B said...

Thanks everyone for the comment wishes. They are here & it is snowing! They're off on errands so I have a little time. Sorry Jenb that you couldn't make your trip-what a disaster! Next time?

fireflytrails said...

Oh Joy! Have a wonderful visit.

Robin said...

Enjoy your family...and grandma time!

Tara @ A Teaching Life said...

Enjoy your time with your family, Linda...what a wonderful reunion it must be!

Julie said...

Thank you for your comments - and for today's post which made me smile. Enjoy enjoy enjoy!!!!!

Chris H. said...

Terrific! It's good to turn off the screens when family is present--that allows you to be present with them! Have fun.

Carol said...

A very clever post! Hope your family made it in before our little snowstorm and that you have had a great day hanging out each other! Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy

Beverley Baird said...

Sounds like it will be a wonerful week! Glad they are missing the storm. Have a great week together.

Anonymous said...

Have a wonderful visit with your family!
Catherine

JenniferM said...

ooh, how exciting! Congratulations, Linda! (I loved the creative format of your post, too!)

BK said...

ENJOY ENJOY ENJOY!!! I had Tuvia's grandson all to myself for the new OZ!

Cathy said...

Enjoy the time with your grandson!

Betsy Hubbard said...

Happy for you and the family time you will treasure!

Linda B said...

Thank you everyone for your wonderful wishes. It was a terrific day, & more to come!