Goodbye, Columbus—Part 1

[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…)

Back to Bethel

We continue looking at the soggy, dirty scene outside our window. New Jersey, I ponder. I would never want to live here! Monday, May 6, 1991 Day 1 The bus (coach) slogs its way through the rain in bumper-to-bumper traffic. Outside our window Lorna and I survey the landscape. Dilapidated buildings. Junk (more…)

New York, New York

[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…)