Kimber is one of those rare individuals with no agenda, no deceitful motives, no pretensions and no guile. She is one of the hardest workers I know, faces challenges with determination and fortitude, isn't afraid to stand up for herself, isn't willing to be a doormat, and who is highly capable in many different realms.
Kimber has endured trials that would put most of us in life-long therapy, but conducts her life without self-pity or victimization. She has what it takes to get the job done, whether at work, church, social activities, family life, meeting expectations and agreements, and especially serving. And she does it all without being a martyr. She has opened her home over and over to anyone in need of a welcoming face, an example to all who struggle to fit people we could help into our busy lives because it's not very "convenient". She's supportive of all those around her, never makes you feel like she doesn't have time for you in her life, and always seems happy to hear your voice. Unless you're Roger ;-)
She's a phenomenal mom to the most adorable little niece an auntie could ask for, and next week will be bringing home her newborn son. I'm so happy for her...they've waited a long time to finally get this baby boy. He's one lucky kiddo, and will experience the kind of loving family that is commonly wanting in the world today.
Below is a sample of snippet of Kimber Moments, a little sisterly-tribute in honor of her life.
*there was a time, before she hit puberty, when I was actually her "bigger sister"...but she quickly showed me who was boss, reaching greater heights than I have ever achieved. I've tried my best to take it like a pro...being the shortest one of the bunch.
Kimber & Blue--sharing one of the happiest days of her life together.
At a mini baby shower with our other unofficially official sisters and their families.
Momma & daughter, a few years later.
One of our favorite past-times is traveling together. We've gone been quite a few places together. Why let six time-zones keep us apart?!!?
Ben&Jerry's factory and skiing together in Vermont--for Kimber, 65degrees is freezing. I don't know how she made it through our visit that winter!
This world is so beautiful...made all the more so by seeing it with Kimber.
Southern-most point in the USA...on the Big Island of Hawaii
Breath-taking!
Central Park, New York City
Kimber has excellent taste in frozen treats!
Kimber is a sport. She's always been a committed athlete.
Kimber knows how to have fun!
And she'll rescue you from utter destruction by flesh-eating school houses when in need!
Kimber is a beautiful person, inside and out.
(She's H.O.T.T. with two t's!)
A little bit zany...
Always loving (in that special kind of way). Kind of like Tutti Hegabindi (don't ask!)
Kimber is a wonderful example, sister and friend.
You Are All Kinds of Amazing, Girl!!
Happy Happy Happy Birthday! I can't wait to see you next week!
Love you so much!
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4 comments:
Impressive. That Kimber sounds like me in my younger years! Although I am still considered by many to be a H.O.T.T.I.E.
How fortunate you have had one so special in your life.
um, tutti dear, you're confusing your consonants again. "Tu" are later in the alphabet than "Ho". But you are correct in your assessment of my fortune.
How's the underpass these days? ♥
miss j blue, are you in laguna in those last few pics?
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The one and only Crescent Bay Point! Good job on locale-id! It's one of my favorite spots. I spent many hours thinking/writing/dreaming on that cliff. ♥
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