Saturday, August 30, 2008
Sunday, August 24, 2008
A SAD DAY !!! 2008 OLYMPIC CLOSING CEREMONY
NOTE: I take no credit for the pics. The images were from the TIME<>
Congrats to Matthew Mitcham - Aussie Diver
Congratulations to Matthew Mitcham. He won Gold in the 10 Metre Platform Diving Competition in Beijing. Matthew is the only male in the 2008 Olympics who is openly Gay. He has more than one reason to be Proud !!
Note: I hold no claim on any pictures on this site. I have made every attempt to use pictures of public domain......
Sunday, August 17, 2008
OBAMA 2008
Well....I have done it !!! I have made the decision !!! I am supporting Barack Obama for President !!
The Inside of Me - Reconciling Faith & Being Gay
Growing up in a very conservative Christian home and being active in church for the majority of my adult life, faith in Jesus, has been a priority in my life. Over the last few years, determining I am truly a Gay person, has caused me to turn a way from church. I cannot say I have turned from my faith, but I have had difficulty having a relationship with God, who supposedly hates me because I am gay. How can I love and serve someone, who I believe created me.....and allows me to have these feelings of same sex attraction. I have spent a majority of my life, attempting to overcome being homosexual.
Recently, I have decided to address this issue, and attempt to reconcile my faith and my being gay. I have begun attending church, again. Currently, I am visiting College Park Baptist Church in Greensboro. It's NOT a Southern Baptist Church, but an American Baptist Church. It openly states that is a church that is inclusive of all people.
If anyone has an interest in why I'm attending this Church, here's the website:
http://www.collegeparkchurch.com/
Also, I have come across a website called the Gay Christian Network. Some very interesting
articles in the Great Debate Section. Here's the link...but I think you must have a log in to view all the posts:
http://www.gaychristian.net/index.php
I am in no way suggesting I have come to terms with this subject. I have not at all. However, I am attempting to address the issues. My relationship with God has always been important.
Recently, I have decided to address this issue, and attempt to reconcile my faith and my being gay. I have begun attending church, again. Currently, I am visiting College Park Baptist Church in Greensboro. It's NOT a Southern Baptist Church, but an American Baptist Church. It openly states that is a church that is inclusive of all people.
If anyone has an interest in why I'm attending this Church, here's the website:
http://www.collegeparkchurch.com/
Also, I have come across a website called the Gay Christian Network. Some very interesting
articles in the Great Debate Section. Here's the link...but I think you must have a log in to view all the posts:
http://www.gaychristian.net/index.php
I am in no way suggesting I have come to terms with this subject. I have not at all. However, I am attempting to address the issues. My relationship with God has always been important.
Saturday, August 16, 2008
WHO SHOULD I PICK ? !!! LOL
WOW !! Look at these guys !! Both raising their hands, hoping I will pick them for a date !!! LOL !!! I didn't know they, both, wanted to go out with me so badly !!! Who should I pick ? !!!HE HE... In all Serious !!! Congrats to Michael Phelps.....8 Gold Medals....and also, to his friend and swimming partner, Ryan Lochte !!!! He's won a Gold and Silver this year !! BTW !! He's cute, on top of it !! HE HE !! He's Golden in my book !!
YOU GO MICHAEL - 7 GOLD Medals
Micael Phelps and Ryan Lochte (Michael's swimming partner). Wouldn't they make a cute couple ? HE HE
Sunday, August 10, 2008
OLYMPICS 2008 - BEIJING
I absolutely love the Olympics !!! I am absolutely mesmorized for the duration. The US Athletes are Amazing !!! I wish them the best !!
To the Right is a pic of Michael Phelps. An incredible swimmer ! He's already 1 Gold !!! Only 7 more to go !!!!
Friday, August 8, 2008
AWWW !! My Eldest Son is Growing Up !!
Today is an exciting day in our family. My eldest son, Elliot, moved into his very own apartment in NY. He's still living out on Long Island, but now, no more roommates !!! Yay!! for him !!
I guess if I have to lose my son to NY....at least he has his own apartment !! No more hotels for me when I visit !!! HE HE !!
Also, he took a huge risk, and took on a new and very challenging job, recently. It was a gamble....but it paid off !!!
I can't be any more proud of him !!
I love him so much.....It's hard to remember life without him. He's brought so much joy to our family !!!
I love you, son !!
Father Dearest !
I guess if I have to lose my son to NY....at least he has his own apartment !! No more hotels for me when I visit !!! HE HE !!
Also, he took a huge risk, and took on a new and very challenging job, recently. It was a gamble....but it paid off !!!
I can't be any more proud of him !!
I love him so much.....It's hard to remember life without him. He's brought so much joy to our family !!!
I love you, son !!
Father Dearest !
Sunday, August 3, 2008
When it rains, it pours !
I haven't posted recently due to illness. I was diagnosed with Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever 2 weeks ago and have been recovering at home. I have been quite ill. The doctors are telling me, it could take a month to get my energy back.
At least the symptoms didn't show until July 16. Elliot and a friend of his had been here the prior weekend, and had just left the day before my symptoms began showing.
So...for the last couple of weeks....I've done nothing other than lay around and rest.
I, finally, went back to work Thursday, July 31. In the afternoon, mom called to tell me that Aunt Katy had been moved to the Hospice Home in Burlington. We couldn't believe it. Mom had just been with her the day prior and she looked pretty darn good. I drove to Burlington, picked up Mom and we went to the Hospice Home. Mom was amazed how far the decline in Aunt Katy's health was in just 24 hours. We stayed a few hours and went home for the evening.
Friday AM, mom called me and told me that she was rushing to the Hospice Home. They had called and said Aunt Katy had another hour or two to live. I called rest of Mom's siblings to let them know about Aunt Katy's worstened condition. Afterwards, I drove to the Hospice Home to be with my mom and cousins. After a bit, Aunt Katy seemed to half way stabilize. I went and picked up Aunt Dot and brought her to Aunt Katy's bedside. She sat there holding her hand for about 5 hours. All of Aunt Katy's brothers/sisters came to visit with her. Of course Mike, Kaye and Ken were there with their spouses and children.
At Lunch, mom and I went back to her house and took an hour's rest and we went back to the Hospice Home. Around 3, we took Aunt Dot back home. As I pulled into my drive, my mom called to let me know that Aunt Katy had just died.
The kids and I spent the evening with Grandmother/Granddaddy (my parents), and visited with Aunt Dot, Uncle Fred/Aunt Helen, and Uncle Harvey/Aunt Margaret.
I have been asked to be a pallbearer , along with my cousins, Steven, Roger and Gary Smith.
At least the symptoms didn't show until July 16. Elliot and a friend of his had been here the prior weekend, and had just left the day before my symptoms began showing.
So...for the last couple of weeks....I've done nothing other than lay around and rest.
I, finally, went back to work Thursday, July 31. In the afternoon, mom called to tell me that Aunt Katy had been moved to the Hospice Home in Burlington. We couldn't believe it. Mom had just been with her the day prior and she looked pretty darn good. I drove to Burlington, picked up Mom and we went to the Hospice Home. Mom was amazed how far the decline in Aunt Katy's health was in just 24 hours. We stayed a few hours and went home for the evening.
Friday AM, mom called me and told me that she was rushing to the Hospice Home. They had called and said Aunt Katy had another hour or two to live. I called rest of Mom's siblings to let them know about Aunt Katy's worstened condition. Afterwards, I drove to the Hospice Home to be with my mom and cousins. After a bit, Aunt Katy seemed to half way stabilize. I went and picked up Aunt Dot and brought her to Aunt Katy's bedside. She sat there holding her hand for about 5 hours. All of Aunt Katy's brothers/sisters came to visit with her. Of course Mike, Kaye and Ken were there with their spouses and children.
At Lunch, mom and I went back to her house and took an hour's rest and we went back to the Hospice Home. Around 3, we took Aunt Dot back home. As I pulled into my drive, my mom called to let me know that Aunt Katy had just died.
The kids and I spent the evening with Grandmother/Granddaddy (my parents), and visited with Aunt Dot, Uncle Fred/Aunt Helen, and Uncle Harvey/Aunt Margaret.
I have been asked to be a pallbearer , along with my cousins, Steven, Roger and Gary Smith.
My Aunt Katy died, Friday, August 1, 2008
Aunt Katy had the onset of Alzheimer's Disease and just this year was diagnosed with Pancreatic
cancer. My mom had just seen her on Wednesday and her health amazingly declined overnight. On Thursday, she was moved to the Hospice Home, and she died on Friday afternoon.
Burlington Times News Posted the following Obituary:
Katy Smith Byrd
BURLINGTON - Katy Smith Byrd, 78, went home to be with the Lord Friday, August 1, 2008 at the Hospice Home of Alamance-Caswell. Mrs. Byrd was born September 16, 1929 in Guilford County to the late J. Fletcher and Virgie Lineberry Smith. Mrs. Byrd was a long time member of Glen Hope Baptist Church where she taught a 1st grade Sunday school class and was proud to work with Meals on Wheels where she volunteered with her good friend Dot Staley.
Katy lived a full life. She married her first love, reared three children, nurtured eight grandchildren, and died surrounded by those she loved most. She had a gentle and nurturing spirit, which was most clearly seen in the unwavering love she had for eight grandchildren who affectionately called her "Mama Byrd." She also dearly loved her brothers and sisters. She often shared fond memories of her siblings with those who knew her best. Some of the fondest memories her family holds are those related to helping her prepare the traditional Christmas spaghetti dinner and seeing the beauty of her flower garden which she tediously tended. She will be remembered for her kindness, attention to detail, and her steadfast devotion to both her family and her faith.
Survivors include her husband of 56 years, Hugh Watson Byrd of the home; three children, Michael Watson Byrd and his wife Janice of Burlington, Kaye Byrd Canada and her husband Joe of Burlington, and Kenneth Hugh Byrd and his wife Laura of Snow Camp; eight grandchildren, Matthew Scott Byrd, Nathan Edward Byrd, Madison Elizabeth Byrd, Joseph Byrd Canada, Jacob Ethan Byrd, Grant Watson Canada, Katy Susanna Canada, and Kenneth Hunter Byrd; three brothers, Harvey C. Smith (Margaret) of Liberty, Ernest Smith (Rose Marie) of Pleasant Garden, and Fred Smith (Helen) of Liberty; three sisters, Dorothy Smith Johnson of Burlington, Elsie Smith Bentley of Archdale, and Shirley Smith Bentley (Earl) of Burlington; and a special friend, Jane Sharpe.
Mrs. Byrd was preceded in death by two brothers, J.F. Smith and Jack Smith.
A funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday, August 4, 2008 at Glen Hope Baptist Church by the Rev. Larry Redding. The family will receive friends 9:00-10:45 a.m. prior to the service at the church. Interment will follow at Pine Hill Cemetery.
Memorials can be made to Glen Hope Baptist Church, 911 North Ave., Burlington, NC 27217.
You may sign the online register book at www.lowefuneralhome.com
cancer. My mom had just seen her on Wednesday and her health amazingly declined overnight. On Thursday, she was moved to the Hospice Home, and she died on Friday afternoon.
Burlington Times News Posted the following Obituary:
Katy Smith Byrd
BURLINGTON - Katy Smith Byrd, 78, went home to be with the Lord Friday, August 1, 2008 at the Hospice Home of Alamance-Caswell. Mrs. Byrd was born September 16, 1929 in Guilford County to the late J. Fletcher and Virgie Lineberry Smith. Mrs. Byrd was a long time member of Glen Hope Baptist Church where she taught a 1st grade Sunday school class and was proud to work with Meals on Wheels where she volunteered with her good friend Dot Staley.
Katy lived a full life. She married her first love, reared three children, nurtured eight grandchildren, and died surrounded by those she loved most. She had a gentle and nurturing spirit, which was most clearly seen in the unwavering love she had for eight grandchildren who affectionately called her "Mama Byrd." She also dearly loved her brothers and sisters. She often shared fond memories of her siblings with those who knew her best. Some of the fondest memories her family holds are those related to helping her prepare the traditional Christmas spaghetti dinner and seeing the beauty of her flower garden which she tediously tended. She will be remembered for her kindness, attention to detail, and her steadfast devotion to both her family and her faith.
Survivors include her husband of 56 years, Hugh Watson Byrd of the home; three children, Michael Watson Byrd and his wife Janice of Burlington, Kaye Byrd Canada and her husband Joe of Burlington, and Kenneth Hugh Byrd and his wife Laura of Snow Camp; eight grandchildren, Matthew Scott Byrd, Nathan Edward Byrd, Madison Elizabeth Byrd, Joseph Byrd Canada, Jacob Ethan Byrd, Grant Watson Canada, Katy Susanna Canada, and Kenneth Hunter Byrd; three brothers, Harvey C. Smith (Margaret) of Liberty, Ernest Smith (Rose Marie) of Pleasant Garden, and Fred Smith (Helen) of Liberty; three sisters, Dorothy Smith Johnson of Burlington, Elsie Smith Bentley of Archdale, and Shirley Smith Bentley (Earl) of Burlington; and a special friend, Jane Sharpe.
Mrs. Byrd was preceded in death by two brothers, J.F. Smith and Jack Smith.
A funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday, August 4, 2008 at Glen Hope Baptist Church by the Rev. Larry Redding. The family will receive friends 9:00-10:45 a.m. prior to the service at the church. Interment will follow at Pine Hill Cemetery.
Memorials can be made to Glen Hope Baptist Church, 911 North Ave., Burlington, NC 27217.
You may sign the online register book at www.lowefuneralhome.com
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