Photos – For the Love of Lorna

Lorna’s Decorative Style—Accents

Posted on May 11, 2020 | by Jay

There’s that feeling again. Something has changed—but what? A moment is all it took. Lorna and I have been relaxing on our deck, enjoying the fresh air on a mild day. (Spending time out there is actually a fairly rare event. This is perhaps a little surprising given that it (more…)

Lorna and the Hillbillies

Posted on April 15, 2018 | by Jay | 1 Comment

“So, we worked in ‘The Bottoms’ today,” Lorna began. “And we met a few unusual people there.” Culture shock That phrase embodies the idea that when suddenly immersed into a new social environment—even though the experience may be at once strange and wonderful—one is bound to feel a sense of (more…)

A Little Thought

Posted on July 8, 2017 | by Jay | 4 Comments

In an odd way, it’s like learning to ride a bicycle. Today marks exactly three years of time. Three long years since we last had our dear Lorna with us. They have been difficult years, it is true. Not to hear her infectious laugh, to see her radiant smile, to (more…)

Looking Forward—Part 3

Posted on January 30, 2017 | by Jay | 1 Comment

A portion of the Unassigned Territory group: Rob, Michelle, Dave, me, Lorna, Marva, Tasha, and Johanne. [This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Looking Forward—Part 2. The entire series begins in Childhood.] The future is bright and we have much to look forward to. Friday, August 31, 2012 6:20 p.m. Anniversary (more…)

Looking Forward—Part 2

Posted on January 27, 2017 | by Jay | 2 Comments

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Looking Forward—Part 1. The entire series begins in Childhood.] Both of us are so very happy that our busy lives are being poured out in service to [Jehovah]. Friday, May 25, 2012 7:05 a.m. Volunteering “Here?” Lorna asks, pointing to a low filing cabinet (more…)

Looking Forward—Part 1

Posted on January 24, 2017 | by Jay | 2 Comments

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Return Journey. The entire series begins in Childhood.] “Are you scared?” she asked. “Are you afraid the ship will sink?” Sunday, January 1, 2012 Coming Home Dodging and weaving around others, I shuffle my way through the bustling crowd. I finally locate a suitable (more…)

Good Friends—Swainee

Posted on January 8, 2017 | by Jay | 2 Comments

[This post is part of a series profiling some of Lorna’s dearest friends and what they each mean to her.] Bubble Wrap “Jay, you’ll never guess what happened today!” Lorna says with a mixture of excitement and laughter. She has just returned from a day working at the Jersey City (more…)

Return Journey

Posted on December 8, 2016 | by Jay | 2 Comments

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Our 25th Anniversary Party. The entire series begins in Childhood.] For Lorna it will be a bit of a challenge. How will she cope with the inevitable memories that seeing those familiar places will evoke? Monday, February 7, 2011 4:50 p.m. Tropical Respite I (more…)

Our 25th Anniversary Party

Posted on November 10, 2016 | by Jay | 5 Comments

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Preparations—Part 2. The entire series begins in Childhood.] There are a few occasions in our life together that stand out above all others. We have just added a new one. Friday, October 1, 2010 10:48 p.m. Prologue “Goodnight, Dad. Goodnight, Aunty,” I say softly (more…)

Preparations—Part 2

Posted on October 31, 2016 | by Jay | 2 Comments

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Preparations—Part 1. The entire series begins in Childhood.] This has been an amazing turnaround. A few months ago Lorna could not bring herself to contemplate planning an anniversary party. Friday, March 13, 2010, 5:40 p.m. Laying the Groundwork The event sales manager scans a (more…)