Love to Read? Celebrate Book Lovers Day
August 9 is National Book Lovers Day, a good time to show your love for books and stories.
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Remembering 56 Years Ago
Fifty-six years ago, I married the love of my life. He is still my beloved husband, though he has spent the last ten years in heaven.
Authors’ Day
November 1 is Authors’ Day, a day to celebrate and enjoy the work of authors. Whether you are a fan of all-time greats or have a favorite among contemporary, lesser-known authors, enjoy reading their words today. If you know them or follow them on social media, thank them for the entertainment or education they have … Read more
Fifty-Two Years …
This photo was taken fifty-two years ago today, after our wedding ceremony held on the back porch of my parents’ home. It was a simple service that began our married life that was filled with love, laughter, and joy. If my beloved husband were still alive today, he might have given me a huge, elaborate … Read more
November Is …
November is recognized for so many causes that I am recognizing several of them in this one post. I have devoted full posts to individual “months” in the past. National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month This is a cause close to my heart as I have seen this disease first hand in my grandfather, my father, … Read more
Memories—Six Years Later
My father disliked Jack long before he met him. After all, Jack was thirteen years older than me, divorced, and—worst of all—a city slicker. Daddy was convinced he was out to take advantage of this naive farm girl, and Daddy didn’t want to see me hurt. But when I announced that I was going to … Read more
Five Long Years
Today I’ll thumb through Jack Storiesto remind me of stories about Jack told by family and friends. I’ll think of some of my own fondest memories. I’ll thank God that I was blessed to spend forty-five wonderful years with this amazing man. I will visit Jack’s grave on the fifth anniversary of his death, as … Read more