Thursday, February 14, 2013
To Carlton: I remember being in a car, probably Dad's, in Roanoke with Carlton and Mary when I was about ten and we were visiting our Virginia relatives. We stopped where all the houses looked alike and Mary said yours was the one with the jug in front. That is my only memory of Mary. I thought she was so pretty and you were so handsome. I also remember when you came to visit us on our Ohio farm before you were married. I must have been about five. You saddled and rode our horse and you taught us how to climb the big old apple tree in the barnyard. I was so impressed!I also fondly remember Aunt Maude coming to help when Barbara and Olivene were born. I thought she was so kind, gentle, and sweet. She paid attention to us kids, and we loved it. Of course, that is why her son was also like that and why her son chose a bride who was like his mother. I didn't see much of you two over the years, and I know I missed out on some choice experiences. But one day, we will all be together where there will be no parting, and we can take up where we left off. I recently lost my brother, Lance, so I know a little of what you must be going through now. My heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to you and all of your family. Love, Sharon
