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Today’s Grandma
Having my one year old grandson, Layne, living with us, I have had lots of time to reflect upon ‘grandmotherhood’. When I first learned that my daughter was expecting, and that I was to become a biological grandmother, I had mixed emotions. I already had three amazing step-grandchildren whom I adore, but somehow my daughter…
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Ironman 2012
On Sunday, my family had the privilege, and I do mean privilege, of witnessing our friend Chris Hollinden complete the Ironman Triathlon in Louisville, KY. We had never been to an Ironman competition, and thought it would be fun to watch, and we wanted to support Chris in his effort. Well, let me tell you,…
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In Memory of Stephen
One year ago this week, my young nephew, Stephen, died. As we journey through this week, our thoughts go back to this last year, when amidst back-to-school preparations and our town’s annual Schweizer Fest, our family was planning a funeral for a 26 year old young man. The following is a story I wrote about…
Grandma Runs! 