Jennie has been visiting with Mom for the past couple of weeks and has stayed on with her for yet an undetermined time at Mom's request. She has been such a source of strength and a bright spot in Mom's world. We sure appreciate her willingness to be here, to help out with things on the home front as well as make Mom's days happier ones. We love you Jennie!
The following is a poem that Jennie's daughter Melinda wrote for Mom and Jennie, hope you enjoy it:

Forever Sister.

Fragile as the last autumn leaves clinging to Fredericton trees,

I clutch our branch and cling to your warmth as winter storms begin to breeze.

How could the seasons fool us so—we blossomed beneath this bough!

Your experienced grasp rooted me in sure love, hope, and eternal vows.



Many shaky spring days I sought asylum within your schooling shade,

And oh, the sweet summer eves we spent snickering at games we played.

As the dawn of a new season arose from winds whistling in the East,

You helped me dress in royal colors and prepare for a Heavenly feast.



So feast we did, stretching to fill our roles and soak in God’s divine light.

We share knowledge, faith and family—the best ingredients for life.

Fall brought the best out of us—changing our shades from green to gold,

But I hesitate as I watch our shroud shrivel into seasons yet untold.



What is next? What lies beyond this fragile mortal embrace?

I know this branch must soon give us up to God’s everlasting grace.

And now as I lie next to you and watch your vibrant colors fade,

Your courage calms my quaking heart each and every time I’ve prayed.



We know that Adam fell that we might be together to have joy,

From you I’ve learned that this next fall is part of His plan we must employ.

But as this cold, fragile existence blows us to greater happiness set aside,

You are my forever sister, who winter’s veil will never hide.