Marlys Miller

Today I mentioned you, Marlys, (Mom) to your great grand daughter, Ellie, and explained who you were. (my mother, her dad's grandmother) She said, "I wish I would have met her." Ellie, who is 6 years old, said this in a wistful way. You have many legacies in your grandchildren and great grandchildren!

my sainted mother

the tears come
unexpectedly
in the most ordinary of moments
spilling over
drawing me into the full-hearted sob
of a broken heart

this dance you hadn't mastered,
but in these moments
when my world cracks open
you light the way

Happy Birthday Mom! 85 ....

I am greatful that my aunt Sue has taken the time to help the family remember Grandma. Grandma was a very strong compassionate women and she personaly helped me to respect myself and helped my self esttem with her example. I hope to continue to learn more about her life and take more time to be reminded of her and her life and the strenth that she gave to our family.

Today is Mom's 80th birthday. Happy Birthday Mom! Having Mom in my thoughts a lot today .....

We've missed Mom a lot over this past year. There are many times when I've had to ask myself, "What would Mom do?" or "How would Mom handle this?" She did so much for us all! Such a sweet person. She's the best!

Dear Sue,
My thoughts are with you and your family. Your Mom must have been a great person; the tributes are wonderful.
Monica Brengman