I have mentioned in a past post that I am looking for some cousins...well, I have great news. I, with the help of another cousin, have managed to locate four of my cousins, all siblings and children of my mother's youngest sister. I have just one cousin left to find. Please see the right hand column of my blog for details, his name is Ian Dunbar (and he is NOT the famous veterinarian who has written books...you will find details about my cousin by clicking on the link about Ian Dunbar there). Thank you all so much! :)
The videos I have selected for this post are:
Pit Bull and Guinea Pigs are Best Friends
How to Make Banana Tea - Relaxation tea!
Balada par Adelina - Richard Clayderman
Rescued Cobra Drinks Water from Bottle
For the following, I am providing the link sources beneath each photo. You just need to click on the images to see a larger view.
The best thing to do with the best things in life is to give them up.
You can't stop the waves but you can learn to surf.
The less you open your heart to others, the more your heart suffers. - Deepak Chopra
The truth is, most people don't even start because they don't want to be seen starting at the bottom. Don't be most people.
Sometimes all you need is a little change in perspective...
Friendship makes life's storms easier.
lamb chopper :)
whale watch :)
It's too cold to change the sign. :)
Over time it becomes clear that some people simply aren't worth stressing over.
Your thoughts and emotions are like a waterfall, pouring over you, crushing you, preventing you to see anything clearly. Imagine stepping away from the waterfall and gently observing it without judgment. In that moment you can enjoy the beautiful view, while released from the weight of the pouring water.
The purpose of human life is to serve, and to show compassion and the will to help others. - Albert Schweitzer
Great news about you finding some long lost relatives. I hope you get to meet them all soon. xx
ReplyDeleteNice post, Linda! I hate snakes, but I have seen the video with the cobra before. Intresting to watch!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely and always loved the Clayderman video, friend Linda ... Still do have a vinyl record of his music ... and the Raphael V pic of the curled up cat with the star on top is just priceless ... as is all the rest of your blog as it is a vital staple in my life ... Thank you. Love you, cat.
ReplyDeleteCara Linda. Ciao e buona settimana con un forte abbraccio e un sorriso:-)
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I liked banana tea, Linda. She makes it with peels!
ReplyDeleteSure is great to reconnect with long lost family and friends.
ReplyDeleteI laughed at the "too cold to change the sign" sign!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on finding long lost relatives. If you want more-I'll offer you up my brother--teehee!
I'm glad about your genealogical good news.I've gone through this process , so I know how hard but exciting it all is. Hopefully, your newly found cousins will appreciate your efforts and consider you real family.
ReplyDeleteRichard Clayderman is a great favorite of mine; His musical choices and playing are divine.
Very odd saying the one with the best things in life.
Hey, that's great news! Good job on finding them. I hope you find Ian.
ReplyDeleteThanks again for this collection of goodness here. You rock!
Very nice you could find four cousins Linda, congratulations!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you've found most of your cousins. Hopefully, you'll find Ian, too. Love the cat and star. Have a good week!
ReplyDeleteBonjour Linda, je ne reçois toujours pas tes news, est-ce que tu pourrais me désabonner pour que je m'abonne à nouveau car j'aimerais bien les recevoir!!! Bisou, bon lundi tout en douceur!
ReplyDeleteHi Linda, congratulations on finding your cousins, that's wonderful!
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed the videos and quotes as always.
Have a good Monday!
Robin
Hello sweet woman!!!
ReplyDeletefirst i want to thank you for beeing just you!!soo kind and nice:))
Ilove your quotes today and for me.specially this one..today..is just great "Over time it becomes clear that some people simply aren't worth stressing over"
I wish you a very nice day and much warmth from me
Aniyta
Wonderful news on locating your cousins. Hope you will also find Ian soon. Beautiful video of the pitbull and cute guinea pigs.
ReplyDelete"Too Cold to Change the Sign" made me laugh
ReplyDeleteHappy Week to you Linda!
I am so thrilled for you that you have managed to find more of your family, great news.
ReplyDeleteI just love Richard Clayderman and although I cannot listen to the video I can listen to the CD I have :-) Thanks for reminding me about it.
ReplyDeleteSome great sayings here once again and as always I love the Raphael Vavasseur Art. It is brilliant.
Well done with the finding of cousins. I have discovered a lot of distant family since 'doing' our family tree.
Keep warm if it is still too cold the change the sign :) Diane
Awww on the pit bull and the guinea pigs. That was most adorable.
ReplyDeleteI linked this post to Awww Mondays.
Have a fabulous Awww Monday, Linda. ♥♥♥
Hi Linda! I'm so excited for your family search, and what great news you have! I hope you will find your last remaining person soon.
ReplyDeleteThat sign about it's too cold to change it really made me LOL!!
Blessings,
Ceil
Good morning, Linda! So happy you're connecting with lost family members! Family makes your life so much richer.
ReplyDeleteWonderful collection today. Animals, beautiful music & artwork, banana tea (will try that soon) - all put a big smile on my face. Thank you, friend!!
Great news, Linda! And, as usual, wonderful post. Have a happy Monday! Greetings!
ReplyDeleteGood luck! Have a great week!
ReplyDeletexoxo, Juliana | PJ’ Happies :)
It's not every day that someone is excited to find some new relatives! LOL!
ReplyDeleteune belle publication Linda
ReplyDeleteavec un coup de coeur pour la première video
greetings
Glad you found the cousins. Hope you find the other one soon. Enjoyed the videos and all the quotes and the art. Have a blessed day and a wonderful week. Madeline
ReplyDeleteIt's wonderful you found your cousins!
ReplyDeleteI love bananas but never had banana tea. I gotta try that!
Bonitos vídeos y fotos.
ReplyDeletefelicidades por haber encontrado a tu familia.
Saludos.
Dear Linda, I will now view the pit bulls in a different light.
ReplyDeletethat is the most pawesome news!! catchatwithcarenandcody
ReplyDeleteIt's wonderful that you have found so many "new" cousins, dear Linda!
ReplyDeleteLovely post, as always, even though I must say I didn't understand the saying about the best things in life.
The sleeping kitty with a star looks enchanting.
Wishing you a happy week and sending you many hugs! <3
I always love "Meanwhile in Canada" (one of my favorite places to visit, by the way). New Brunswick has better autumn leaves than anywhere I've visited.
ReplyDeleteMoi Linda. The first video is fantastic. Greetings.
ReplyDeleteHello Linda! I loved the pit bull video, pit bulls can be very nurturing. I just loved ours.
ReplyDeleteThe sayings are great as always Linda! : ) It's very encouraging.
I do hope you find the cousin Linda. I'm sure you will eventually find him. I know with my one cousin I was looking for, the wedding announcement finally was posted on the old society university page with valuable clues. So you never know what may come up in the future. I think it's great you have found the others though and they have been so sweet about things. We just never know how people will respond even after years of searching.
Your blog is a blessing Linda, it brought a smile to my face today as I am fighting a nasty cold! : )
Blessings!
Oh Linda, j'ai reçu ta news aujourd'hui, good c'est super!!! Merci pour ce beau moment douceur! Bise, bon lundi tout en douceur!
ReplyDeleteGreat news on the family sweet lady. Hoping and praying you locate your other cousin. Enjoyed today. Hugs and blessings, Cindy
ReplyDeleteThe dog and the guinea pigs video was nice. It's nice when different animals get along. I like the lamb chopper, it made me laugh.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the new week Linda and thanks for sharing this post.
congrats on finding your cousins! Lucky you!
ReplyDeleteWonderful, Linda, to find your cousins !
ReplyDeleteamazing elephant video!
ReplyDeleteGlad you were able to find your cousins!
ReplyDeleteI am very interested by the banana tea Linda!
ReplyDeletehave a good week :)
Angie
That takes trust, the water bottle and the cobra!
ReplyDeleteI am so excited for you! I started a search on Ancestry and came across some of the names you mentioned but you beat me to it. Yay! I haven't found anything on Ian Dunbar yet. Will keep looking.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your genealogy work! It's fun and exciting, especially when you make some connections. I've been involved in a DNA program for several years and it's amazing how many relatives I have all over the world! Actually, it's mind-boggling, but still enjoyable.
ReplyDeleteCan't imagine a pit bull and a guinea pig! But I'm guessing the guinea pig is better off with the pit bull than with a cat! :) Hope your week is off to a great start!
Linda, I am so pleased you have found your cousins. I do hope you will be successful in finding Ian too.
ReplyDeleteYou have provided a wonderful Monday selection here, the Lamb Chopper made me laugh.
Have a good week
All the best Jan
That is so precious that you were able to locate your cousins....there’s nothing like family
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As odd as it sounds, i love snakes, and i'm so glad they were able to get the cobra to drink. Banana tea! Who'd a thunk it!
ReplyDeleteWow, congrats! It's not easy to find long lost friends & relatives. Lucky you, Linda! All the best to you, dear! xoxo
ReplyDeleteThe sign about the cold gave me a chuckle. The video of the dog and the guinea pigs was adorable. We have some of Richard Clayderman's music in our music collection. He's amazing, isn't he?
ReplyDeleteLinda, One just never knows with animals! Love the bonding between the pit bull and what could be 'lunch' if he/she was so inclined. Banana tea...I'll pass that one onto my wife! Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
ReplyDeleteOh boy... I am in need of some surfing lessons this year! It has been a non-stop barrage of waves.
ReplyDeleteFriendship makes life's storms easier. <--- So very true. I feel comforted knowing that someone is there to lend an ear whenever I need it. :)
ReplyDeleteHola from Spain Linda. Good to hear you found more cousins. Adios for now.
ReplyDeletethat is great news!
ReplyDeleteSo inspiring ☺
ReplyDeleteDearest Linda
ReplyDeleteI'm so very glad to read that you've succeded with your family reasearches, blessed be !
Hope your week is off to a great start, I'm sending blessings to you,
thanks once again and always for such a gorgeous post which to beging a new week with !
MUCH LOVE
XOXO Dany
Felicitarte por encontrar a tus familiares y espero encuentres rápido el que queda.
ReplyDeleteEl vídeo del pitbull muy simpático.
Saludos.
Great news you have found your cousins. Impressed by the pit bull video although I already know many Staffies here are friendly,loyal and affectionate if brought up correctly.
ReplyDeleteI’m glad you’ve found four cousins!!
ReplyDeleteI wish you can find Ian, and I just shared about it on my Facebook!
Have a great day, Linda!!
akiko
www.akikohiramatsu.com
I am so happy of you and your family Linda! I'm sending good wishes for you to find Ian Dunbar! Hugs!!!
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful to hear that you have found four of your cousins, Linda!!! Now just find Ian! The piano video was gorgeous to my ears ~ just beautiful and calming. I may give that banana tea a try. I could use some help with getting to sleep. too many switching time zones. Thanks for always having something to lift me and many others up! Take care my special friend!
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