Thinking About Lois

Thinking about Lois
And how you bestow us
Lighting the room with your smile
Wanting to stay for a while

Thinking about Lois
And how much you show us
Gracing the wheelchair with style
Travel not seen as a trial

Thinking about Lois
And how much you know us
Listens to tales we compile
But quickly spotting our guile

Thinking about Lois
And how much you grow us
Helping us work through denial
When we're digging out from a pile

Thinking about Lois


My dad was married to Lois for 11 years and we've remained close to her and are saddened by her recent passing.  . 

A Washing Prayer

When the water touches her hands
She Understands 
The subtle commands
Leading somehow in the right direction
Her walks through the sands
Taking sunrise photos with affection

When the water touches her hands
She Understands 
How goodness expands
When reaching out to make a connection
A heartbreak withstands
Surrounded by a loving protection 

This simple washing prayer
Makes her more aware
When the water touches her hands
She Understands


Feeling inspired after seeing Roma Downey in Nashville on March 9, while she was promoting her new book Box of Butterflies