Monday, January 14, 2019
I remember Wanda. I remember her sassy-ass attitude. It made her irresistible. I remember her wide-open arms, her wide-open heart, and her wide-open mind. I remember, too, that Wanda''s ability to mother went beyond the children she loved and raised to be so strong and committed to each other. She is the only woman I have ever let nurse one of my children. That idea tickles Elisabeth (my daughter) to this day. That sense of humour!! Sarcastic, without being mean-spirited. How did Wanda do that!? Best of all was her irreligious, deep and authentic friendship with Jesus. In this she is a role model to many. In this too: Wanda had a real ''rough row to hoe'' for large portions of her life. She walked it out. Wanda walked IT OUT! So brave, so full of grace. May we all take a page from Wanda''s notebook on this. Wanda and I were not always in close touch this last couple of years... But we know what we know about our friendship. Some friends are friends of the heart. Ron, Rachael, Amber, Veronica and Brandon and grandbabies: May your grief be full of sweet memories to ease the pain. May you mourn for her like she loved you - with your whole hearts. May those close to you comfort you with the love of Jesus. That''s where Wanda got hers. <3 My family here in Northern Ontario, will be praying for yours in the South. With Love and deep sadness, Ken, Linda, Brandie, Jeff, Elisabeth, and Gabrielle.
