anniversary – For the Love of Lorna

Clip Clop

Posted on July 8, 2020 | by Jay | 2 Comments

Her eyes are also stare intently down the street beyond him. And then I see the reason—. Soft light effuses from the wall sconce lamps. In the background soft, jazzy strains flow from the grand piano. The occasional clinking of dinnerware and the subtle hum of soft conversations add a (more…)

Looking Forward—Part 3

Posted on January 30, 2017 | by Jay | 1 Comment

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…)

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…)

Our 25th Anniversary Party

Posted on November 10, 2016 | by Jay | 5 Comments

[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

Posted on October 31, 2016 | by Jay | 2 Comments

[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

Posted on October 28, 2016 | by Jay | 2 Comments

[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…)

Sunset

Posted on August 31, 2016 | by Jay | 1 Comment

[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…)

A New Era—Part 1

Posted on July 12, 2016 | by Jay | 4 Comments

HPIM0054.JPG [This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from A New Companion. The entire series begins in Childhood.] “Seriously, Boo, I feel like we are stuck in a rut…Could we see what we can do?” Friday, October 20, 2006 8:10 p.m. Ready to Grow I take another sip of coffee while Lorna continues scanning (more…)

Celebrations

Posted on February 26, 2016 | by Jay | 1 Comment

[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…)

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…)