Wednesday, July 2, 2014

Shumway Family Reunion-June 28, 2014

It has been 7 months since my father died. This gathering in our homeland was the first time the extended Shumway family had been together since his funeral.  

I knew the day would be a tough one...for everyone.  But I hoped being with Dad's brother and sisters would bring some comfort to my lonely heart.  I wonder if my brother and two sisters feel like I do...it seems unfair that WE are the first to lose both parents.

My husband Ron embraced his role as observer and photographer.  When he showed me the pictures, it confirmed what I had witnessed. My Dad lives now in the faces of those who love him.  His smile, his eyes, his voice, his mannerisms...they are all here.











June 30, 2012

Sunday, April 27, 2014

Don't Want to Miss a Thing....



My first grandson, Jacob Quentin, is already 3 months old. I want to remember these days of magic and some of our best moments together so far.

I am almost afraid to blink...