gayle, i love the pics of your mom. in the early one she reminds me of ....oh gosh i'm having one of those forgetful moments. the woman who played opposite jimmy stewart in its a wonderful life. was it donna reed? anyway she looks like that movie star. and in the more current pic she is just beautiful. i worked in "nursing homes" for many years and i just love the faces of older people. there is a look of strength and fragility all at the same time. but the eyes tell all, and your mom has some pretty eyes. thanks to everyone for sharing the pics and to sweet marybeth for thinking of such a great thread.