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June 6 2013:
“Stuff” I’ve seen for the first time in my life …. I keep bowls of nuts out for T & L to snack on and add to their meals. (At this point all my southern friends and family need to cover their eyes) … Thomas added pistachios to his grits this morning … Said it was pretty and it tasted good! Okay my sweet little man! You go Thomas!
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May 1 2016:
More from Lillian’s “Emotions With Animals” blog series … “People sometimes make noises like cats do when they’re sad. People try to protect themselves by forcing the tears into a lump in the throat. People will be silent and thinking. The people will have a sad smile, half smile, or sad face … ” … xoxoxo
May 14 2015:
Sometimes when we pray what we’re really asking for is growth. And growth sure isn’t a bed of roses, but sure can blossom into a bed of roses. Just a thought when one might be thinking that prayers have not been answered. Perhaps they have … xoxo
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May 14 2015:
He’s so excited! He can see!!!!
Lillian’s entry for the Spanish Springs bookmark contest. We delivered them today and the librarian was so happy!! Lillian’s quote “Books are a reader’s best friend!” xoxo
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May 14 2014:
Overflowing with gratitude for an amazing, beautiful, anonymous, giver of these goodies for Thomas and Lillian! Arrived via UPS yesterday and Monday. Thomas has a second love now, right up there with LEGOS. This “Chess Once A Pawn A Time” set is amazing! Says to only spend between 20 to 30 minutes at a time studying the books with your child. He read both books and soaked it all into that amazing soul of his in about an hour. He was so flipping excited! We played our first game before bed. Went fast cause I have no clue what I’m doing! Thomas says, “I love chess!” Thank you, thank you, thank you mystery giver!
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May 14 2012:
Heartfelt SHOUT out and Thank YOU to Jim Stovall, author of The Ultimate Gift for his beautiful endorsement of my book! I very much appreciate your faith in me Mr. Stovall … “As a blind person myself, I understand the challenge and blessing of doing things differently. In this book, Camilla shares her journey with Lillian which will help us all do more, give more, and be more.” -Jim Stovall, Emmy-award Winner, Best-selling author, The Ultimate Gift
FIVE copies away from selling 100 Books in the pre-launch sale! YAY!!
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Breathe …. Think About What Brings You Joy …. Breathe …. Think About What You Are Grateful For …. Breathe …. And This, Too, Will Pass …. -Camilla Downs
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May 14 2011:
PAWS to read! So fun for Thomas!! Lillian, not so much. She stays in the other room!!
Thomas drew this picture at school on Friday. It’s Thomas dancing with a Cheeseburger!!!
Momma Bear gets a whole night to herself! Team Member T & L’s daddy came to visit them so I get some time all to my little ole self! Wheeeee!!!!!
Mmmmmmmmm – Homemade Watermelon Margarita’s at The Romano Casa!!! The curator, chef and bartender at this joint ROCK!!
Can’t decide which beverage or which movie to watch for movie night tonight. First movie night I’ve had without Thomas and Lillian for a LONG time. I like the oldies! Think I’ll close my eyes and pick!
Here’s what I chose! I LOVE Agatha Christie! Love her books and love the Poirot movies – Happy with my choice!
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May 14 2010:
Thomas-ism ~ “I’m gonna go back to work next week at the circus so I can make money and do good stuff for people.”
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May 5 2014:
The day began with some lovely meditating, then a huge good morning hug from Thomas. On the way home from dropping T & L at school danced my booty off (in my mind) to Van Halen’s “Dance the Night Away” … Just LOVE that song!! Got so so so much done today!! After dinner sweet Ms. Lillian had a wild n crazy melt down. Fortunately, my inner Buddha came forth to remain calm. Later Thomas timed us to see how long he and I could hug. I think it was about 50 seconds …. If you haven’t noticed, Thomas has a hard time remaining still for longer than 50 seconds! HA! Next up, a game of UNO with each of them and tucking a sweet calmed down Lillian into bed with tips and conversation about what happened and making different choices next time. As an amazing and love filled day comes to an end, I say I LOVE LOVE. Love is completely, totally, utterly, the answer … xoxo
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May 7 2016:
Team TLC movie “night” – My choice this time. “Life of Pi” … “Loved this movie! Beautiful scenery. Beautiful and incredible story.” Thomas says, “Good, inspiring, good scenery, liked the story line, really, really, really, really good.” Lillian says, “Good, very pretty scenery, emotional, and nice music.”
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May 7 2016:
I heard somewhere one should do what they love and what comes naturally .. 😉 …. xoxoxo …. So …. Let’s go on walkabout! … “For the past 17 years I have been going for walks. What started out as an activity simply to satisfy my desire to be active; turned into a ritual for healing, releasing, discovering my authentic self, and connecting with nature.
I offer to you unique one of a kind “Walk With Me” sessions. Each persons session is tailored, therefore no two sessions will look the same. In addition, no two sessions will be alike for those partaking in multiple sessions.
These sessions are not guided hikes by any means. We simply go for a short walkabout … ” Go here to learn more …
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May 7 2016:
Magical walk with Lillian yesterday afternoon. We looked closely at the rocks, tree buds, trees, and leaves. And we enjoyed the ducklings, goslings, and one beetle crawling across the path!
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May 7 2016:
Christmas Tapestry
A beautiful tapestry from a second hand shop and an elderly Jewish woman lead to a real Christmas Eve miracle. We loved it!
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May 7 2015:
Lillian is fundraising to help pay for going to The Chromosome 18 conference this year. She’s decided to use one of her abstract art drawings titled, “Egyptian Eye”, to help out (and she’s also donating some of it toDemi’s Difference). Here’s her blog post where she explains why this is important to her … xoxo
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May 7 2014:
My “office” and view every Tuesday for the last year and a half from 1:45 – 4:00 pm while Lillian is in therapies …. Grateful for this wonderful place and for my awesome mobile office!
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May 7 2013:
What began as a search for an inexpensive and healthier alternative transformed into a way of life … Saving money and simplifying! I’ll take that!
Olive Oil as Facial Cleanser and Moisturizer – Oil Cleansing Method
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May 7 2012:
Lillian and I just back from class observations at High Desert Montessori …. so excited about the bright and FUN opportunities next school year holds for Lillan and Thomas!! WoooooHoooo!!! Here’s a picture of them sending off April 2012 as May 2012 blew in … Team TLC enjoyed the heck out of April and we’re on our way to soakin in every last minute of adventures in May!!
Fun game of badminton with Mr. T … Think Lillian cut off my head!! Hahahaha!!
