Happy Birthday Grandma!!!

Today marked the 67th anniversary of when our country was attacked by Japan at Pearl Harbor. This day is clouded by sadness but there is also rays of sunshine on this day because it is my Grandma's birthday! She celebrated her 69th birthday today!!! When I was growing up she always told me the reason Pearl Harbor happened was because of her. The Emperor of Japan just thought she was so gorgeous he wanted her to come live over there and be an Emperess! You can just imagine my shock when I went to school and learned the truth!

Let me tell you a bit more about my Grandma. Her name is Judy Mae Virginia Sue Madsen Pyles Giles. Madsen is her maiden name and Pyles was her first married name, after my grandfather died back in 1963, she remarried and her name then became Giles. My Grandma decided to keep all her names, she doesn't really know why. I just think it is because she likes to be unique. My Grandma has always liked to stand out in the crowd and embrace life at its fullest. During my growing up day my Grandma always encouraged me in weirdness and humor. Her and I are kindred spirits and I love her to death.

My Grandma lights up a room when she "rolls" in. She always has; her zeal for life and her self-confidence has always spoke volumes! As I was talking to her on the phone today I became so overwhelmed by thankfulness. I am so thankful I have her in my life and I am so thankful for all that she has taught me. She taught me to love myself no matter what.

My Grandma has a beauty and elegance about her! It's very enchanting. Each day she would do her hair all nice, give herself a manicure, and put on a touch of makeup. There never had to be a reason. We could have been going out to Wal-Mart, dinner, or across the street. My Grandma told me today on the phone she doesn't do that much anymore. But you know what? It doesn't matter. My Grandma has a beauty and elegance that is undeniable!

I love her so very much and I just want to wish such a special lady HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!


Only pic of me and Grandma that is somewhat current. Excited to get a new one in January!


Grandma and my niece Codi