Dawn

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from “Stay Faithful!” The entire series begins in Childhood.] It won’t be long now. Tuesday, May 22, 3rd Year of the Second Phase, PA* * (Post-Armageddon) Gathering Dawn broke this morning in a brilliant fiery-hued sunrise. Now the morning sunlight streams down around us. A (more…)

“Stay Faithful!”

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Looking Forward—Part 3. The entire series begins in Childhood.] “Jay, you really don’t know how strong your faith is until you meet a test like that.” [**Sad Content Alert—Discussion of sad elements included** This blog is designed to be uplifting and positive. But on (more…)

Looking Forward—Part 3

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

[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

[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…)

Return Journey

[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

[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

[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…)

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…)