Family Update
About two years ago, many, many Naturally Curious readers showered my daughter Sadie with a phenomenal amount of support and compassionate wishes after she lost her husband, Waylon. Both Sadie and I were stunned by the warmth and generosity of all of you who responded, 99% of whom we have never met. I just wanted to share with you a recent photograph of Sadie, Otis (4 years old) and Lily Piper (1). Your thoughtfulness helped make the past two years as good as they possibly could have been, and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts. As you can see, Otis and Lily Piper are thriving!
I keep you and your family in my thoughts each day. Wonderful to see thier smiling faces and to know you are all doing this well. My love to you and your family….
August 13, 2019 at 7:09 am
How precious! We appreciate getting to know your family as you help us know the natural world around us🙏
August 13, 2019 at 7:19 am
How precious! We appreciate getting to know your family as you help us know the natural world around us🙏
August 13, 2019 at 7:19 am
Let’s pray for the happiest childhood with as many smiles for Sadie as possible.
August 13, 2019 at 7:20 am
Thank you for your family update – Absolutely precious! The children are adorable and happy. God bless you and family. Nancy
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August 13, 2019 at 7:21 am
Thanks for the family update! When I read your posts I often wonder how they are doing.
August 13, 2019 at 7:22 am
This is a beautiful family. My hands are that age and our little apartment is full of photos of how quickly they grow. When my Dad didn’t come from the War, my Mom raised us with discipline, humor , and lots of reading and mainly Outdoor time. Best wishes to Sadie, Otis, and Lily as they grow through the ages. They are lucky to have you! Thank you for sharing. Love
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August 13, 2019 at 7:28 am
Big smile on OUR faces! Katharine M. Preston
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August 13, 2019 at 7:30 am
Thank you for sharing this, Mary. I too often wonder how they are doing.
August 13, 2019 at 7:32 am
❤️❤️💖❤️❤️ you are a wonderful family! The best to you all!,,
August 13, 2019 at 7:32 am
MY dear Mary. What a nice note. That lovely picture says it all. Glowing , Happy faces . It has been a journey for Sadie that she has weathered well with her own courage and the support that backed her up. We all wish her continued Success and happiness. And to you as well! The strength of the outfit. Love and hugs to you and thanks for your wonderful work. Pogo
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August 13, 2019 at 7:37 am
What a beaufptiful photo. You captured the essence of a lovely family. Enjoy them to the fullest.
August 13, 2019 at 7:47 am
What an adorable family you have Mary!
August 13, 2019 at 7:51 am
What a wonderful photo! Thank you for sharing it. Sally
August 13, 2019 at 7:53 am
Thank you for sharing Mary. I think of Sadie often. So wonderful to see those sunshine bright smiles. x
August 13, 2019 at 8:00 am
What a lovely picture. My best wishes to you and your daughter. Helen Carroll
On Tue, Aug 13, 2019 at 7:03 AM Naturally Curious with Mary Holland wrote:
> Mary Holland posted: ” About two years ago, many, many Naturally Curious > readers showered my daughter Sadie with a phenomenal amount of support and > compassionate wishes after she lost her husband, Waylon. Both Sadie and I > were stunned by the warmth and generosity of all of” >
August 13, 2019 at 8:10 am
What a wonderful update, thank you Mary. Such a pleasure to see those sparkling eyes and know they have a world of wonder and discovery ahead of them. Just received my new “Curious” am learning even more about the special world around us.
August 13, 2019 at 8:14 am
Love, diligence, support and balancing, all very necessary to have a wonderful outcome. I, as well, often wonder how they are doing. Obviously very well. Lily’s dimples are adorable! Otis & Lily Piper are fortunate to have each-other & two happy Moms. Just told my almost 5 year old grand daughter, yesterday, how ‘Otis the Owl’ got his name!
August 13, 2019 at 8:18 am
A fabulous photo! Thank you so much for sharing it!
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August 13, 2019 at 8:30 am
Thriving and utterly beguiling. Thank you for pic.
August 13, 2019 at 8:36 am
Mary. You make my day! Every day. And this post/photo is no exception!
August 13, 2019 at 8:40 am
Thank You for Sharing! What a beautiful family! Sorry for the loss of Waylon! Hope everyone is adjusting appropriately! Blessings! 🙂 ❤
August 13, 2019 at 8:41 am
So very good to hear. Know what it is like to lose a spouse, but the upside is to realize one’s own resilience and strength.
August 13, 2019 at 8:42 am
Thank you so much for the update. It is good to see all your smiling faces!
August 13, 2019 at 8:52 am
This was a wonderful update. Thank you! I know you must be proud of your daughter and how she has handled this tragedy. The children’s faces say it all. Warm regards from western MA, Fran and Walter
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On Tue, Aug 13, 2019 at 7:03 AM Naturally Curious with Mary Holland wrote:
> Mary Holland posted: ” About two years ago, many, many Naturally Curious > readers showered my daughter Sadie with a phenomenal amount of support and > compassionate wishes after she lost her husband, Waylon. Both Sadie and I > were stunned by the warmth and generosity of all of” >
August 13, 2019 at 8:55 am
Precious cargo there be… (3) sweethearts & Mary, you make it (4)…
Bill… :~)
August 13, 2019 at 8:55 am
Mary, it is wonderful and poignant to see how the movement of time and the human heart bring healing and new life and in the face of loss. Those beautiful smiling faces! You have all done well.
August 13, 2019 at 8:57 am
What a wonderful picture…love seeing those smiles. Glad they are doing well
August 13, 2019 at 8:57 am
Thank you for this family post. Fabulous news and great photo. Best wishes to you and your fine family.
August 13, 2019 at 8:59 am
You have a beautiful family. The children are indeed thriving!!
August 13, 2019 at 9:04 am
This is lovely and heartwarming, Mary. Many thanks for this and for all of your posts! Toni Callahan, Concord, NH
August 13, 2019 at 9:05 am
What a lovely photo of a sweet family. We’re so happy to see them thriving and feel a special fondness for that little trio of yours. Lots of love, Chris and Jim
August 13, 2019 at 10:02 am
I think of Sadie, Otis, and Lily often. Thank you, Mary, for including all of us on your family’s journey.
August 13, 2019 at 10:14 am
What a beautiful update! Love, support and kindness goes a very long way. Thanks for sharing.
August 13, 2019 at 10:30 am
It may not be comfortable for you to share your private life, but so many of us have prayed for you and are glad to know how the family is doing and to see those sweet little faces
August 13, 2019 at 10:36 am
What a beautiful happy family! I am so glad for you. It is the circle of life – all that you gave out, came back. Bern in Barre >
August 13, 2019 at 11:53 am
What a wonderful photo! Thanks for sharing it. And look at those dimples!
August 13, 2019 at 11:54 am
Wonderful…just wonderful!
On Tue, Aug 13, 2019 at 7:04 AM Naturally Curious with Mary Holland wrote:
> Mary Holland posted: ” About two years ago, many, many Naturally Curious > readers showered my daughter Sadie with a phenomenal amount of support and > compassionate wishes after she lost her husband, Waylon. Both Sadie and I > were stunned by the warmth and generosity of all of” >
August 13, 2019 at 12:16 pm
What beautiful children! those dimples! my 15-month old and 3-yr old grandsons coming from California today (first time). Enjoy!
time to order more of your books for them…
your posting is such a joy, Mary!
warmly
Leslie
August 13, 2019 at 12:29 pm
What a lovely photo and so happy that all are thriving. It is a joy to receive this good news!
August 13, 2019 at 12:46 pm
DARLING CHILDREN AND SUCH A WONDERFUL GRANDMOTHER MARY!♥️
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August 13, 2019 at 1:19 pm
I think of your family so often. Thanks so much for the update. I’m glad to see smiling faces. Adorable smiling faces. All three of them! May the days grow softer for everyone.
August 13, 2019 at 1:20 pm
That’s great, Mary. Your family is both beautiful and brave.
Carol Abbey
August 13, 2019 at 1:42 pm
Congratulations to you Grandmom and Mom. Those kiddies are adorable and clearly very very happy. Hang in there.
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August 13, 2019 at 2:03 pm
Adorable grandkids, Mary. Glad to see them doing so well.
August 13, 2019 at 2:37 pm
Wonderful picture. “Children” and Grandchildren are the best!!
August 13, 2019 at 2:58 pm
Be still my heart! Thank you so much Mary for the photo- please keep it up Much love Wallie A Connecticut Fan
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August 13, 2019 at 3:22 pm
What a adorable family,you must be so proud! Those dimples just melt your heart. ________________________________
August 13, 2019 at 4:31 pm
A fabulous photo! Thank you p, Mary, for this update. I think of your family often when I read your excellent blog.
August 13, 2019 at 4:33 pm
So thrilled for this update!! What a gorgeous photo and What an amazingly courageous daughter you have and how lucky they are to have you!!!
August 13, 2019 at 8:40 pm
Loved the picture and the update! What cuties! ALL1Thank you. Love Cordie
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August 13, 2019 at 9:32 pm
What a beautiful photo. I think of all of you often and pray that there is joy and peace in each of your lives.
Thank you for sharing this picture.
August 14, 2019 at 4:45 pm
Such beautiful smiles!💗
August 14, 2019 at 5:33 pm
PRECIOUS!
August 15, 2019 at 6:48 pm
How beautiful they are. I’m sure they give you moments of great joy (as do my 3 grandsons)
August 15, 2019 at 8:01 pm
Mary, What a beautiful picture. Thank you for sharing it with us all.
Frances Strayer
On Tue, Aug 13, 2019 at 7:03 AM Naturally Curious with Mary Holland wrote:
> Mary Holland posted: ” About two years ago, many, many Naturally Curious > readers showered my daughter Sadie with a phenomenal amount of support and > compassionate wishes after she lost her husband, Waylon. Both Sadie and I > were stunned by the warmth and generosity of all of” >
August 17, 2019 at 9:08 am
Dear Mary,
THANK YOU….THANK YOU….. for this precious, happy update!!!
:-), Dianne >
August 21, 2019 at 8:56 am
such a brave family. you give us all a little bit of joy day after day–thank you
August 27, 2019 at 4:04 pm
Such a beautiful family! A testament to the power of love and support, which you have given with abundance, Mary. Thank you for sharing….
August 28, 2019 at 1:04 pm