Life was not always easy for our mother but she showed us by her example, the solution was hard work and a good attitude. As children we never wanted for anything. This is amazing because there were Christmas’ where money was tight and Mom didn’t know how she was going to put presents under the tree, but we always got the one thing we really wanted. We always had a turkey and all the trimmings. For many years she was the major bread winner in our family, a big challenge for a woman especially in the 60s and 70s. Keeping in mind she had five children to take care of and be responsible for.

We always had new clothes for school. There was always a chocolate bunny for Easter, chocolates for Valentines Day and picnics and fishing in the summertime. We made numerous trips to Barkerville and Kamloops for the day. We made annual holiday trips to visit relatives. Mom later took the younger children and grandchildren to Disneyland. Mom likes to have lots of people around and see them having a good time.

Mom has always been there for us if we needed help, wither it was taking care of grandchildren or helping out with money. She’s willing to help out anyone who asks and her door is always open and the coffee pot is on. She is a good friend to all.

Our Mother is 70 this year and still works at her janitor business. She has cut back a bit but she still has more energy and is healthier than most people her age. She has her little farm to take care of, usually consisting of a cow or two, maybe a couple of pigs, always some chickens and a couple peacocks or other exotic birds. She continues to plant and take care of a big garden. She cans and freezes fruits and vegetables every fall. She makes the best pies in Williams Lake! Mom has three grandsons living with her part of the time as they go to school and this is challenging…they are all in their teens!! Her grandchildren love to hang out at her place. I think that pretty much says it all. She is our Super Mother and Grandmother!

Dwaine, Lois, Bobby, Patty, Roger and all the Grandchildren.