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Lorna and Children

Posted on September 10, 2015 | by Jay | 5 Comments

Elijah ventures to speak. In an almost worshipful tone he asks, “Are you a queen?” Cousins The children are agape at the beautiful woman who has just entered the room. “Hello!” she says in a sing-song tone. “My name is Lorna.” When her lilting British accent reaches their ears they (more…)

Barney

Posted on September 8, 2015 | by Jay | 1 Comment

Lorna folds her arms and looks at me seriously. “I…LOVE…him.” Discussion over. I have lost. Barney Introduction “That is the most stupid show,” I remark with disdain. “What?” Lorna says with a hint of alarm. “Oh, this new show for kids,” I explain. “It’s called ‘Barney’ and has this silly (more…)

Light Bulb

Posted on September 1, 2015 | by Jay | 5 Comments

A momentary flash of light accompanied a faint popping sound indicated that the bulb had just reached the end of its life. Click. Pop! Darkness. “Oh, boy,” I said aloud to myself, “the bulb just blew.” I had just switched on the pole up-lamp next to the computer workstation in our (more…)

Lorna’s Music—Part 9

Posted on August 25, 2015 | by Jay | 2 Comments

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA AUGUST 7, 2013-R&B singer John Legend will be coming out with a new album “Love In The Furture.” (Wally Skalij/Los Angeles Times) ORG XMIT: 1494877 [This post is part of a series which examines some of Lorna’s favorite songs and what they mean to her and to (more…)

Book Study Number One

Posted on August 20, 2015 | by Jay | 4 Comments

The Group in 1993 Shortly after we attended our first Book Study here we both felt something was missing. “We need to do something to liven up this group,” Lorna said. Comparing Groups “OK, everybody, the goodies are ready!” Lorna says as she motions toward the rear of the auditorium. (more…)

Good Friends—Reina

Posted on August 16, 2015 | by Jay | 2 Comments

Lorna and Reina as bridesmaids in Cindy’s wedding [This post is part of a series profiling some of Lorna’s dearest friends and what they each mean to her.] “Hello, my name is Lorna.” “I’m Reina and this is my son, Shawn.” With these few words a long-lasting friendship is born. (more…)

The Cat

Posted on August 12, 2015 | by Jay | 4 Comments

“What is it?” Caroline asks with consternation. “I don’t know,” Lorna says. “Is it a dog?” Lorna giggles as Caroline bumps her with her trolley (shopping cart). She casts a joking “evil eye” at her elder sister and then begins chuckling. Then she points to a short-sleeve top with a gaudy, (more…)

Lorna’s Music—Part 8

Posted on August 3, 2015 | by Jay | 2 Comments

[This post is part of a series which examines some of Lorna’s favorite songs and what they mean to her and to us. You can find all of these posts by viewing the Music Category.] Bad to the Bone This display of humility is rare in the high-powered entertainment world, (more…)

Decorating Kingsland Avenue

Posted on July 30, 2015 | by Jay | 5 Comments

Time is running out. We really hoped to find a place to live this week. Otherwise, I will have to continue the search alone next week when I come back here to work. Decision Time “Hello, I’m Dennis. And this is my wife, Sandy.” He gives me a firm handshake (more…)

Lorna’s Music—Part 7

Posted on July 17, 2015 | by Jay | 1 Comment

[This post is part of a series which examines some of Lorna’s favorite songs and what they mean to her and to us. You can find all of these posts by viewing the Music Category.] Affection As I leave the laundromat (launderette) I walk toward our little red Nissan Sentra (more…)