Thursday, January 21, 2010

Happy Birthday, John.. With loving Memories




 
This picture which was done for Image & Words describes best how I feel about John.
I don't need to tell anyone how giving, kind, humorous, intelligent and loving he was... each one of you know. 
 
 

 
 
  
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When the light is dimming,
and vision blurred,
When the end is near,
and close at hand,
What is most precious to us
in all we possess
Becomes crystal clear.
 
~ JohnO
Thursday, August 7, 2008 9:04:36
 
 
 
 
 
A picture I loved of John's and one I know he was pleased with.
One of his favorite places... I am so blessed to have sat with John in here....  moments I will forever remember.
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Today being his birthday, I am re-posting his last years birthday blog...
I think it pretty well describes John, our Penguin... affectionately called Pengy by some.
 
 
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Not sure how polite it is to post ones exact age... but I did learn this interesting fact that I am sure it is okay to share:
The Emperor Penguin is the largest known species...and they are about 3'7" tall, so I was having a hard time with our penguin being almost 6 feet tall.. till I read that "Some prehistoric species reached enormous sizes, becoming as tall or as heavy as an adult human... " which might help in explaining the age and height of our penguin.


To know our penguin is to love him!
 
Most penguins feed on krill, fish, squid, and other forms of sea life caught while swimming underwater.  They spend about half of their life on land and half in the ocean.  Our penguin spends more time on land than usual as we all know his favorite food is chocolate!!! 
Frannie's Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookies made just for our penguin are one of the finest chocolates to eat ... There are a lot of squirrels in Atlanta that can testify to that!!!!


The average day in the life of a penguin is filled with adventure and drama, as they struggle to live and thrive in a challenging environment and changing climate.  We all know our penguin is a busy penguin!                                            

Yes, that's our Penguin running for the post office with yet another package for a friend... the perfect smile maker... and he knows how to make us all smile!


He finds the time to write and share with us.......   so much knowledge.. so much fun... so much beauty..........  You only have to go through his blogs to understand why so many love going back over and over again...   You will find the nicest people there... and will have the best time.  He calls it "Mumblings From a Padded Cell" and what a great penguin to be locked up with!

The Penguin loves to read and has a thirst for knowledge! 
Antarctic Dreams........ and he has a few of his own.... which I know include his  friends, travel and exploring a few caves. 


And something we all know!  The Penguin is the best friend.  He will go to all lengths to help you as he did for Cherie in the case of her missing Boobies... he did not stop the search until he knew they were safe in Gator's hands!!!  And has continued to check on them from time to time...  What a penguin!!!
I am sure everyone agrees they are looking good!

He makes time for fine music and so often shares his rare finds with us!


Don't tell this penguin it can't be done, he just might be the bird that can do it!!!



The penguin is happiest in time spent with friends...
 
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Our Gator, our Penguin and our Cavey
 
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Happy Happy Birthday, JohnOh,
 I wish you love, health and happiness
for this year and all your years to come!
(As much happiness as you spread
May you get that and more!!!)
 
Please join me in wishing JohnOh a Happy Birthday!!!!
And letting him know that we sure love having him around here as part of our Multiply Family!!!
But First.. If you haven't already...
Please check out Gator's Birthday Party for the Penguin!!!!
This is the link to the Gator's Party for The Penguin
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Click here to get to The Penguin
 
 
 


 

*A big thanks to the Gator for his help
with the chocolate ice cream Penguin,
the running with package Penguin. And
The Three Amigos group!

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A big thank you and Hug to Gator for all the hard work, time and love he has put into this birthday celebration of John's Life.


Link to Gators Tribute
"Johns Online Memorial and Remembering His Birthday"

John... so loved and missed by so many...
How Blessed we were to have him in our lives...
Now we shall carry him always in our hearts.






30 comments:

  1. No words Linda, just a loving hug from a friend!!!!!!!!

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  2. John is indelibly stamped onto our hearts and souls, My thoughts and prayers continue for you and all those that grieve..My love to you Linda and know my heart joins with yours as we miss and remember John.

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  3. Amen to that Gary..sendin you love beautiful lady..

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  4. Love you Linda.....long, huge hugs for you!

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  5. Linda...if there is anything I can do for you....
    Just ask, its yours.
    I haven't been near your page before today, as I tried to give you the space you need, but I'm within reach should you need anything...
    Jonnoh....happy birthday mate.....now, go...........rest in peace while you got the chance........
    Before all of us are there with you.....lol

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  6. Happy Birthday John. I learned many lessons from you that I will never forget, not the least of which was the importance of laughter in my life.

    Linda know I am with you in my heart.

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  7. Great Happy Birthday/Tribute post Linda. Big hugs for you

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  8. Happy Birthday John as you start your life in the Kingdom.... you made a difference with your touch, which is a great legacy to leave behind, for many do not achieve that ability.... you will be remembered and missed.

    may you find special blessings LInda, this is a beautiful tribute, from your heart..... big hugs as you continue your journey.... xxxooo

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  9. A Light That Will Always Shine...Happy Birthday John

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  10. caveman has tears..
    Happy Birthday Brother John

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  11. i love that picture, linda, it just says it all. we will all miss him greatly.
    very lovely birthday tribute sweetie
    love and hugs to you
    http://crazykk.multiply.com/journal/item/422/Memorial_Tribute_and_Birthday_Wishes_for_Johnoh_

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  12. Oh how I love this picture of you and John. Such tenderness, love and happiness. A beautiful way to remember your love, our friend John. This is a beautiful and true memory of our beloved John. Happy Birthday John, you have brought light where there was darkness, you have brought humor where there was sadness, you are a true blessing to all of us for your giving and tender heart. We love you.

    Linda my prayers are with you and remember that Russ and I are standing with you in this time.
    You are also loved my friend. Hugs.

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  13. How I wish I had known him better. He always made me laugh when seeing his comments on others pages. What a treasure I missed out on.

    Bright Blessings Linda!!!

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  14. What a lovely tribute, Linda...it does sooo come from your heart!

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  15. Thinking of you this weekend, Linda.

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  16. Hei Linda

    HUGZ!

    Wonderfully done to remember John and his birthday.
    Keep so well and safe.

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  17. Beautiful... I need tissue, please...

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  18. No words can begin to say how I feel, but please know it was my sheer joy and pleasure to know him and that I'm around if you ever need anything for any reason. In my own way, my prayers are still said for you, for Cherie, his other very close friends, and his family. Deep hugs, Linda.

    "Once more upon the waters! yet once more! And the waves behind beneath me as a steed that knows his rider." ... Yeats.

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  19. I sit struggling between tears and smiles. A beautiful blog. Sending you my love Linda!

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  20. Linda you are in my thoughts , I wish I was beside you during these hard days.
    Here is my Birthday celebration for him.

    http://ummancan.multiply.com/journal/item/218/For_Johns_Birthday

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  21. This is so beautiful and touching Linda, so glad to see you around and I'm holding you in my thoughts and prayers. Love that photo of you two and the words are so perfect!

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  22. Linda thankyou for the wonderful blog. John was truly a good friend to all. Linda, you are in my thoughts, and prayers as you go through this trying time. Bless you, and Happy Birthday dear friend John.

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  23. Beautiful, Linda, beautiful... no other words - just lots of feelings...

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  24. Dropping by to give you love and hugs my dear one in your time of need. So sorry I couldn't be with you.

    What a wonderful tribute here to a man so dear to you. And yes, it was indeed a sheer pleasure to have known him.

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  25. Thinking of you and hoping you are doing ok , hugs ~

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  26. here are wishes of peace for you ... here are hopes of the future for you ... here are prayers for your comfort ...

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  27. I know you don't know me Linda....but I just want to say that John was one of the most wonderful people I ever knew. He showed me what true love was all about....meaning....true friendship and caring. I know you must be horribly wounded by his passing, and please know how many of us are feeling your pain, in a deep way but one that cannot surpass what you must be feeling. Please know you are in my prayers cuz that is just where John would have wanted you in this case.

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