My Mother was Lovely

In every way.

That has made my life immeasurably easier in so many ways.

Her mother, my grandmother Anna Clara, was a lovely person too. She raised a dozen kids in the Twenties and Thirties in Wyoming. Just keeping that many kids fed and clothed was amazing.

Growing up with security and love, sensible rules and manners, good schools, decent food, clothing toys, vacations...So many did not have that in childhood. We were solidly middle class--which makes life easier-- with vacations and bikes and dental visits. Also pets, hobbies, the enormous garden, television, the library. My childhood was rich. I'm grateful for that.

Here's to Mom!