Dear Val, Lynn and Chris: I was so sorry to hear about your mother's passing. Every memory I have of your mom involves her smiling or laughing. She was always positive and cheerful and encouraging. It's tough to lose your last parent - no matter how old our parents are, or how old we are, it always feels too soon. Your families will be in my prayers in the coming days as you grieve a life well-lived. First Baptist will not be the same, although I think there might be enough former hand bell ringers in heaven to start up a new choir!!
