Preparations—Part 1

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Coping—Part 2. The entire series begins in Childhood.] “To plan a party like that without Mum, well—. I don’t know if I can handle that.” Sunday, October 11, 2009 Competition I take two rapid steps forward. Then, in an underhand motion, I swing and (more…)

Coping—Part 2

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Coping—Part 1. The entire series begins in Childhood.] Through all of her sadness Jehovah has seen fit to provide Lorna with just enough comfort and encouragement to keep on fighting. Thursday, May 21, 2009, 9:35 p.m. Hopeful Signs “Come in. Please sit down,” Alex says (more…)

Coping—Part 1

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Darkness. The entire series begins in Childhood.] I am still in awe of her ability to put others’ feelings ahead of her own, even when her whole world is collapsing. [**Sad Content Alert—Mention of sad elements included** This blog is designed to be uplifting (more…)

Darkness

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Sunset. The entire series begins in Childhood.] Just days ago we were all enjoying the festivities. Now everything is completely turned upside down—with no end in sight. [**Sad Content Alert—Extensive mention of sad elements included** This blog is designed to be uplifting and positive. But on (more…)

Sunset

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from The Golden Age—Part 2. The entire series begins in Childhood.] This trip has capped off a most remarkable year, the highlight of our Golden Age. Sunday, October 12, 2008, 8:25 p.m. Preparations “OK, so this one, right?” I ask, nodding toward the screen. Lorna, (more…)

The Golden Age—Part 2

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from The Golden Age—Part 1. The entire series begins in Childhood.] This current time period has to be the highest point in our life…Truly our Golden Age. Tuesday, February 26, 2008 Reunions Click, click…click. The occasional clacking of my computer mouse and of the low (more…)

The Golden Age—Part 1

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from A New Era—Part 2. The entire series begins in Childhood.] We are now in a new congregation surrounded by new friends and we are busier and more challenged than ever in our lives. And we love it. Thursday, September 6, 2007 Halifax “This is fascinating!” I (more…)

A New Era—Part 2

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from A New Era—Part 1. The entire series begins in Childhood.] “It may be challenging to cope with. But isn’t that what we want, a challenge?” Friday, June 1, 2007 11:15 a.m. A New Assignment Lorna and Caroline chat away in the living room. They (more…)