It's been years...I have decided to pick this back up and start writing again. I read a quote on Instagram today..."someone needs to hear your story..." I recently told parts of my story on my daughter's podcast. I received very positive feedback. But, it is difficult to tell and hard to revisit sometimes. I prefer to not think about it...leave it in the past...out of sight, out of mind. But, as my blog subtitle says, the past demands we leave a trace. I am going to start telling my story here on the blog and am praying it will help someone going through, or has gone through, similar situations. Fasten your seatbelts. It's not pretty. But it is my story...I lived it. I survived it. And, I learned so much about God's love and grace along the way. This verse has popped up several times this week, and when that happens, I KNOW God is trying to get my attention. Joshua 1:9 "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. DO NOT BE AFRAID. Do not be discouraged. For the Lord your God will be with you Wherever you go!" So, I am not going to be afraid...I am going to be courageous and share my story with you.

Paper Dolls

My grandchildren dressed up as homemade paperdolls...

The Help

I must be the only person who hasn't read or seen "The Help." I am getting ready to start the book today. Here is a photo from 1953 of me, age 2 and Essie. I don't have any memory of this...except when I first found this photo in a pile several years ago, I just cried and cried. I don't know why. All I know is I loved Essie. She has such a kind look on her face. I love the way she is holding my hand. I love the way I am loking up at her. I wish I knew where she was now. I would love to get to know her.