How can I say thanks? | Dear Diane, . . .

Diane, Sister #3, died in February 2006 after living 10 years with ALS.  From October 1997 until September 2000 Diane wrote short pieces she called Words for the Ones I Love.  Most are about her relationship to the local church she served for 7 years as Minister of Education/Administration.  She took disability retirement in May 1996.

The pieces are not confidential.  Diane gave me permission to use or publish them as I saw fit.  In fact, she liked the idea that her words might be read by more than her family and friends.  I’m excited to begin letting you see a bit more about her and the ways our lives connected.  Perhaps she’ll connect with you, too. Read the rest of this entry »