Memorial Day is approaching and with that, a tradition we started 13 years ago will take place at the Sacramento National Veteran’s Cemetery, in Dixon, California. I will preface this by saying I am the daughter, niece, wife, and mother of Army veterans. My youngest daughter was just six years old when we started placing… Continue reading Pennies on the Graves
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What’s In A Name?
I saw the name writing prompt, read some other responses, and then a lightbulb must have appeared over my head and was a bright as the North Star would have been. I remember my mom telling me what my name was going to be: Willamena Josephine. I’ll give you three guesses as to what my… Continue reading What’s In A Name?
That One Christmas Song
It’s Christmas Eve, 2024. I am the first to admit, I avoid most things Christmas. December is one of two months that hit me hard. I believe those who celebrate Christmas, have that one Christmas song that they must hear on Christmas Eve. For me, it’s “O Holy Night”. Growing up in a small town… Continue reading That One Christmas Song
The Pink Herald 