1990 – For the Love of Lorna

Family Conversation

Posted on December 11, 2016 | by Jay | 2 Comments

In those few minutes we can clearly see the sparkle of many of the facets of Lorna’s gemlike personality. Family time. Hours spent in pleasant conversation and camaraderie with our dearest ones. How pleasant it can be. The hours wiled away in family conversation—exactly what was said and who said (more…)

November Surprise

Posted on February 4, 2016 | by Jay | 4 Comments

“I have an idea…” Lorna can tell just from Caroline’s tone of voice over the phone that she has something sneaky in mind. “I have an idea…” Lorna can tell just from Caroline’s tone of voice over the phone that she has something sneaky in mind. She giggles a bit (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…)

Goodbye, Columbus—Part 1

Posted on July 23, 2015 | by Jay | 4 Comments

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Winds of Change. The entire series begins in Childhood.] Together Lorna and I have agreed to pursue a potentially life-changing plan. Our goal—increasing my share in the ministry. Wednesday, September 5, 1990 Inception The rain which has been falling off and on all day (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…)

Winds of Change

Posted on June 29, 2015 | by Jay | 5 Comments

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Walking Wales. The entire series begins in Childhood.] I look at the clock. It reads 2:37 a.m. My mind is turning rapidly. The change of circumstance I am contemplating is both profound and far-reaching. Threshold The room is dark. I can just faintly hear (more…)

Bridesmaid

Posted on June 27, 2015 | by Jay | 1 Comment

This is the first time she will serve as a bridesmaid here in America. Little do we know, it will certainly not be the last. Wednesday, November 22, 1989 “Jay, I need to stop at Jo-Ann Fabrics to pick out material for our bridesmaid dresses. Ethel is going to make them (more…)

Inspector Gadget

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

We have been married for several years now and this is the first time I have ever heard of this character. Lorna is busily doing some housework. She bends down, dusting the bases and legs of various pieces of furniture. A she works she begins humming a tune to herself. (more…)

Doing God’s Will With Zeal

Posted on April 15, 2015 | by Jay | 6 Comments

Lorna picked up the telephone after several rings. “Hello? Oh hi, Charlie, how are you? We’re fine… Yes, he’s here. Let me get him for you.” Lorna set down the phone and beckoned to me. “Jay, it’s for you. It’s Charlie.” Charlie is a fellow elder in our congregation, the (more…)

Good Friends—Paula

Posted on April 1, 2015 | by Jay | 7 Comments

[This post is part of a series profiling some of Lorna’s dearest friends and what they each mean to her.] Introduction Arlene and Lorna, with me in between “I went out in service with Arlene today,” Lorna told me one evening not quite a year after we were married. Arlene (more…)