Well, you always said that Tawanda was "Monique" from The Parkers! She now has twin girls as you know Monique birthed twin boys. So Tawanda now has 3 girls as Monique has 3 boys (How ironic is that?!!! LOL). Anyway, the girls' names are Sha'Niya & Ta'Niya Mayfield, born 09-02-08. Aren't they just adorable?
, Tinee
I remember the day oh so well. You were over to my house with hubby, David. We were all winding down after being out in the heat at Cooper Creek park earlier during the day, celebrating the 4th of July ('06) with family. We (you, me, & both our spouses, Robbie & David) were watching Tyler Perry's play, "Why Did I Get Married?." As soon as the play was over, you turned to David & asked, "So, why did you marry me, honey?" Immediately, everybody started laughing, and putting their own spin on your question (I remember Robbie specifically saying, "Oh boy! Here we go!"). But, as I reflect on that moment, it is almost as if you were asking the question for one logic reason. Could it have been because you knew in your heart that you were leaving us the very next day, & just wanted to hear & know your husband thoughts at that particular moment? And who were we to question it? I just pray that you at least got (somewhat) the response you were looking & hoping for, and that it somehow gave you closure & peace. Whatever the reason, sis, I just want you to know that I will forever cherish our time together that night. I love & miss you so much!!! My throat is aching at this very moment trying to write this without any tears. And though I realize that it's been a little over 2 years, it still feels like just yesterday to me. When you called me up that following morning (July 5, 2006), and told me you were emitting yourself to the ER, I remember specifically offering to drive you, but you asked that I watch Ty Jr. instead (Jelisa was with her father). What was it, sis? Were you afraid then to what the outcome was going to be for you that day? Is that why you talked me out of riding with you to the ER that morning? There are so many questions left unanswered. But, whatever the reason, sis, I'm sorry. For not being there for you. It is something that I will live to regret for the rest of my life. You used to tell me all the time about how proud you were of me. Well, I wish I could share in that feeling. I can tell you right now that I'm not too proud. And maybe I am being a bit hard on myself, but that's the way the cookie crumbles sometimes, especially when you feel you've failed the very person you said meant the world to you. You have always been there when I needed you, so why does it feel that I wasn't for you? Please forgive all of my shortcomings! And know that I will move heaven & earth when it concerns your children (my neice & nephew). And can you believe that in 2 more years, Jr. will be in middle school, & Jelisa will be a senior in highschool? I know, right?!!!
Until I see u again, sis,
I'll be missin u
Dear Lisa,
It's been 2 years from yesterday since I've last seen you and let me tell you, things are not the same for me since you're gone. I've had surgery on Friday, June 13th but don't worry I'm doing ok, just missing you and wishing you could be here. I wish you could see how your beautiful daughter and handsome son have grown up so fast. Jelisa is the same height as I am and Ty jr. is sprouting up as well. They are both very smart and doing very well in school. Jelisa has won a medal recently for participating in the Skills USA competition. I am so proud of them both and I know you would be too. I also wish you could see your great-nephew Ky'shawn AKA "Pookie" he is so cute and adorable and he is also growing up like a weed. Can you believe I'm a grand-ma? I can't either but I'm a proud grand-ma. Lisa, I just wanna say that I can never say the words "Bye Bye" because I know some day we'll be together again beyond the earth, the sun, the moon, the stars, the clouds and beyond the sky. Until then, take care Baby Girl Sisters-4-Ever
There is a never a day I don't think about you..Continue to shine down on us...Continue to send angels our way to protect us...Love always.
A change has come, Sis! Sure wish you could have been here to witness this historic event yourself, though. On Wednesday, November 5, 2008, Senator Barack Obama was elected as our very 1st African American President of the United States of America!!!