I'm an artist who fights on the side of LIFE! I'm 66, have ALS, and fight to overcome my limitations with the support of a loving husband, a warm and wonderful family, awesome friends, faith and always, humor. Just because I had to put my cape and tights in storage doesn't mean I can't fly!
Thanksgiving always brings to mind the memories of going to the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. I went with my grandfather in the late 40's and sat on his shoulders so that I would not miss a single band, float or balloon. It was not as lavish then but as I watch it on TV today with all the pomp, stars and entertainment, I find myself longing for simpler times. Back then, Santa really was the star of the parade.
posted by Pam at 8:48 AM
Before the onset of ALS I kayaked rivers and the ocean, hiked the Green mts. of VT and was moderately successful as an artist. I can no longer use the pastels, colored pencils and papers I so loved and now paint with the help of my computer to express the musings of my mind. Every day is a fight to hold my disease in check, but each day is also a gift. I fight my battle with the help of my wonderful family and friends, and my husband who sticks by me with love, help with the things I can't do on my own, and humor.
6 Comments:
When I lived in NY City we used to go the day before the parade and watch them set up the floats and the big balloon characters. Lots of fun and more festive than on the actual day of the parade.
Well, when I was a kid, the parade was always on TV... right before football! Hey, it WAS Los Angeles. LOL
Peace,
~Chani
That is a beautiful shot. I totally relate to the "way it was" feeling. I am 36, but things have changed so much even since I was 16 - everything is so technological now. In a nod to simpler times, you should check out Brocantehome.com. If I've given you that link in the past, my apologies. My brain has become turkey mush. Many blessings to you again!
Great picture with special memories! Happy Thanksgiving
I love your blog and your pictures and your thoughts sooo much! Hope your Thanksgiving was as good as mine was!
I'm not much for crowds, but I make an exception for a parade. There is something so magical about them. Those huge figures, and pageantry, and the energy. It is permission to be transported. Thanks for that photo.
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