Thoughts to share…

Greetings all,

I’ve been cleaning out our office (this is a HUGE undertaking and we aren’t done yet!). I’ve scanned a bunch of pics and added them to Facebook, and have enjoyed all the comments. As I went through a box of pics I was overcome with memories…

It was a box that I’d packed when my mom died and didn’t have a chance to go through – all these years later, I pulled that box out. School pictures, cards, her work ID, newspaper clippings from things in our past… and a love letter from my dad to celebrate their 26th anniversary. Spiral notebook, lined paper with words from my dad’s heart. I felt the love. I knew they loved each other, but this was special and I will treasure it always. He ended it with an expression that I have used in my books – not knowing they were his words too.

“I love you always, all ways”

That one piece of paper made the bags and boxes I’ve been going through worth every moment it took to get there.

If you’re reading this, I