anniversary – Page 2 – For the Love of Lorna

Staying the Course

Posted on January 26, 2016 | by Jay | 2 Comments

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…)

England—with Friends

Posted on November 15, 2015 | by Jay | 4 Comments

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Fun with Family. The entire series begins in Childhood.] The exciting idea didn’t die. We all agreed to set November as our target. Sunday, November 5, 1995 A Dream Becomes Reality The PA system crackles to life. “Ladies and Gentlemen, please fasten your seat (more…)

Our 10th Anniversary

Posted on October 23, 2015 | by Jay | 6 Comments

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Approval. The entire series begins in Childhood.] Ten years. It all went by so quickly. Memories of the past, Lorna’s and my past together, rush in. Wednesday August 30, 1995, 3:30 p.m. Awakening I remove the pillow, the one I had placed over my (more…)

Lorna’s Music—Part 10

Posted on October 19, 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.] A few minutes later, by total coincidence, the very song she was humming/singing earlier begins playing. (more…)

Aloha, Hawaii!

Posted on June 2, 2015 | by Jay | 4 Comments

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Realizing the Dream. The entire series begins in Childhood.] Our 15th wedding anniversary is fast approaching. I want to do something very special for this landmark anniversary. It is July of 2000. “Lorn, I have a surprise for you,” I say with a gleeful smile. (more…)

Bonnie Scotland

Posted on May 30, 2015 | by Jay | 4 Comments

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from New York, New York. The entire series begins in Childhood.] The road stretches far ahead winding its way through the wooded hills all the way to the horizon. Thursday, July 16, 1987 Traveling The road stretches far ahead winding its way through the (more…)

New York, New York

Posted on May 22, 2015 | by Jay | 2 Comments

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Homesick. The entire series begins in Childhood.] I can’t wait to see Mum! she thinks to herself. She will come home with me. She will finally see my home! Saturday, August 16, 1986 Hello, Harlem Any moment now. Lorna is clearly excited. She (more…)

Back to England

Posted on April 4, 2015 | by Jay | 6 Comments

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from England, At Last!—Part 2. The entire series begins in Childhood.] The Long Wait Begins “Yes, that’s right. One dozen red roses.” The voice on the other end of the phone repeats the order. “The address is in England, are you ready?” The (more…)

Anniversary Gifts

Posted on March 26, 2015 | by Jay | 7 Comments

[Note: This is the first post to include a video. All such posts will be included in a new category, “Videos.”] August 30, 1995 It was the evening before our actual anniversary date. I asked Lorna to take a seat on the couch. “Congratulations, Baby. It’s our tenth anniversary this year. (more…)