by Liz A | Jun 13, 2022 | Guest Blogger
Ruth Marie (Ruthika) Although she has just passed her first birthday, her personality is dominant enough to describe. She is the only daughter whose name fits her size. In looks, she resembles the two blood sisters who proceeded her. No one could mistake those fierce...
by Liz A | Apr 1, 2022 | Guest Blogger
To my oldest daughter, Catherine by Diane Martin Child of the sun-drenched plains of Africa, moving in constant rhythm to the swaying grasses and pulsating beat of the drums, you smile gently on all you see. Your inheritance, my daughter, is fair: you carry the soft...
by Liz A | Feb 28, 2022 | Guest Blogger
To my daughter, Margaret Rose By Diane Martin Daughter of the sheer heights and lush green valleys of eastern Europe, your deep blue eyes and somber expression silently sweep over your little world of nature in our yard. As a tiny infant, you spent much time solemnly...
by Liz A | Dec 18, 2021 | Guest Blogger
The Dee tree When Gaynor found out that her friend, Deb’s, mother was in hospice care, she knew what Deb was going through based on her own experiences losing loved ones. Many families and friends struggle figuring out what to do as they assist each other...
by Liz A | Nov 5, 2021 | Guest Blogger
Sarah Grace You weren’t supposed to happen. You came after a series of miracles. First, we bargained for you on the old wooden picnic table in the kitchen of the old house. In January 1978, we were hit by a white hurricane. The clouds were green above the falling...
by Liz A | Oct 22, 2021 | Guest Blogger
John Francis (Happy Jack) Age 3 I am relieved to report, that on the eve of his third birthday, John Francis is becoming a naughty boy. For the two years he has been with us, he has been too good. Actually, his passivity is being replaced by demanding requests and...
