Jun 192010
 

A most beloved aunt passed away today. The daughter of Italian immigrants, she worked as a bookkeeper for 3 generations of owners at the local car dealership. She has two daughters, 3 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Eugene Anderson.

This pray summarizes her beauty.

Dear Lord, Let my life be a reflection of Your mercy and goodness. Allow a lovely and gentle spirit to shine forth from me. Make my countenance properly express your holiness. Keep me from attempting to glorify myself and help me to instead glorify You in all that I do, wear, and proclaim. Take my life, Lord, do with it what You will, and make me content and joyful always and in everything, Amen

from Raising Maidens of Virtue, Stacy MacDonald

She made those she touched feel special. May she rejoice and laugh in the presence of God.

I’ll miss you, Aunt Anne. Love, Kathy

Jun 102010
 

Dear Kathy,

Thanks for putting up with my shenanigans for fifteen years and keeping your faith in me.  And thank you for being such a wonderful mother to our five beautiful children.

Happy 15th Anniversary, Sweetheart!  I hope I’ve brought you at least a small fraction of the happiness that you have given me.

I love you and I need you,

Van