by Elaine McAllister | Jul 4, 2025 | All Aboard! The Adventures of Miss Ratcliff, Ancestor Profiles, Family, Generational Storytelling, Life, Memories, Mini-Memoirs
The following story is not one I can claim as my own, however I can claim the featured person as an ancestor! My paternal grandfather wrote this (years ago) about the sister of his grandma, and because it has to do with Independence Day (1912), I thought I’d...
by Elaine McAllister | Jun 26, 2022 | Elder Care, Faith, Family, Life, Prayer, Reflecting God, Trusting God
“Surgery isn’t an option,” the surgeon said with as much compassion as he could muster. “I’m sorry but what we’re facing are end-of-life issues.” His words sucked the air right out of the room leaving only silence punctuated by unexpected emotions. After a few more...
by Elaine McAllister | Dec 9, 2020 | Christmas, Creches, Faith, Family, Friends, Pandemic, Reflecting God, Thankfulness, Traditions, Trusting God
This 2020 holiday season is ‘different.’ Much has changed and continues to change. There is no ‘normal’ anymore. But, different doesn’t have to be bad. How we respond matters. To the best of my ability, I choose to celebrate what’s...
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