(Col. David G Sherrard).Nearly 44 years has passed since this photo. Today marks one week since mom passed away, and I am looking at this photo in tears thinking of how incredibly strong she was, and she was only 29!
Yours truly is the baby in this photo. The next youngest retired as a Lt. Col. US Army, and there are two that are now grandparents (the twins-Dave and Liz). When I think of my life and what I have been blessed to experience, I thank God, that I grew up in this nation~
As I wait for my oldest son to return from Afghanistan I am still thankful that I am an American!
*For me this photo has always been in the back of my mind. As an adult I realize that our nation has ceremonies like this often, and that another generation will understand my childhood, my adulthood, and I wish I could tell them you are not alone~ we understand.
Jennifer
born 2 months after Dad was killed
5 comments:
A sad reason for this photo by a nice family photo regardless. It of course is very special for that but also for another reason. Why? Well, because there is a shot of the elusive and mysterious and very nice Jenn that shows at least 3/4 of her face! we don't often get to see pics of you.
All the best,
Glenn B
Awww Glenn!
This is a special photo, therefore I let it slide, as the young mother with her babies to raise alone is a tale that has now been told...and she did a wonderful job.
It is a photo of Mom and her determination, strength, love and character.
But I loved your comment and you made me tear up a bit!!
Thanks so much
Jen
Jen this photo really stirred me. It's a precious post. I can't help but be enamored by the expressions on your brother's little faces here. Such boys! and then of course my thoughts also went to how your mom may have been feeling physically during this meeting.
What a wonderful photo!
Wow, your Mom must of been one tough cookie to raise 6 kids alone!
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