Claws, Limes, Wind, & Gators...

Here's looking back at some great memories!

On this day, December 8, 2012, I am a bit nostalgic! It is my Aunt Beverly's birthday. I can remember every time I would hear she was coming to visit when I was little. I would await her arrival so expectantly. She has always been lively, fun, and hilarious. She always brought me gifts and made me feel special. She and my Uncle Frank were the first to ever take me to the beach; she got me my boaters' license to drive the wave-runner. I first watched two of the most thought-provoking movies ever with her, A Color Purple and A Beautiful Mind! She is an impeccable dresser, her hair always looks fabulous, she is funny, and a flirt ;) 

 She never could have children of her own, so she treats me as hers. She encourages me no matter what issues I have: personal, familial, or educational. We share many secrets and know they will stay that way, with each other. <3 Even now, when I'm about to be 26, next month, we still talk on the phone (old-fashioned, I know) weekly, usually. I don't get to see her often as she lives in Gulf Shores and I live in Nashville, but every conversation is full of life and we rejuvenate each other's spirits! Everyone needs that SOMEONE in their life, that can always make them smile...she is MINE, in my family.

Us circa 1989 <3 ^^
Dancing in one of the chalets on Cheaha Mountain! #BetteMidlerGirls 
& fishing at her old house in Cullman, AL. #1993

I've not gotten to see her much in the last few years because of work/school. The trips to Gulf Shores are always beautiful though, mainly due to her presence ;) 

2009 trip with Chris!
  







#sand #sunsets #seaair #crabs #jellyfish #TackJacks #ShrimpShack #crabclaws #homemadecocktailsauce #gatorbites #AlligatorAlley



                 2011 Trip With Julie!






Sad to leave Gulf Shores, but mainly Aunt Beverly :/ 

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