Snow when I visited in Illinois
December, 2025
To those whom I love,
We head into the busiest time of year when actually we
should slow down and remember the reason we celebrate. Please take some time to
put Christ back in Christmas.
Les and I have had a tough year. His mom turned 101, but not
without issues. Les was in Florida to be with her three times between July and
October. I accompanied him twice. They were longer stays than usual to help her
during her health issues. In October, she passed away and we attended her
funeral.
I enjoy visiting with Les’ sisters. As you may be aware,
when the family loses its lynchpin, it’s harder to get together. I hope we will
still find reasons to do that.
My mother turned 99 this year. She would prefer not to turn
100, so I’ve made an effort to visit when I can. I went to Illinois for three
weeks in April and two weeks in November.
Our daughter Angela is a bright spot in my life. I wish we
didn’t live so far apart. She is sometimes my driver going to or from my mother’s
house. If anyone would like to invent a transporter beam, it would make me very
happy.
Les is active in various groups: city council, pastors’
meetings, Bible studies, and as a leader in grief share groups.
I keep up with the house and the garden, as well as
crocheting prayer shawls for hospice and people with special needs.
I pray for all of you God’s best blessings for this
Christmas season and the coming New Year.
Love,
Kathi
