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Looking Forward—Part 1

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[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…)

Our 25th Anniversary Party

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[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…)

Sunset

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[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 1

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[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…)

New Beginnings

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[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Celebrations. The entire series begins in Childhood.] “I can start building up to pioneering. This is our dream coming true!” Saturday, August 28, 1999 Shower Surprise The sheer curtain raises gently from the warm late summer breeze wafting into the room from outside. All (more…)

Celebrations

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[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Staying the Course. The entire series begins in Childhood.] Lorna—and her sisters—continue working hard and giving direction not just out of a sense of duty to keep a tradition, but out of a real love. Friday, November 13, 1998 Party Preparations “Jay, please put (more…)

Staying the Course

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The Galaxy [This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Drawing Closer. The entire series begins in Childhood.] The high-pitched squeal and the sickening thud that followed jolt me. That sounded close! Friday, October 10, 1997 Preparations After sipping her coffee Lorna sets down her cup and opens the checkbook. In front (more…)

Drawing Closer

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[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Florida Fun. The entire series begins in Childhood.] This unexpected change of circumstance happened just a week ago. Friday, December 20, 1996 Working Together The elevator door opens. Lorna and I step off into the small vestibule and then pass through two sets of (more…)

Florida Fun

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[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Family Connections. The entire series begins in Childhood.] Calm down, Lorna! she tells herself. But the thought of the creature on her arm and the water surrounding her are both feeding into her worst fears. Struggle The burning sensation in Lorna’s left arm continues (more…)