Reflections on Defining Moments

As I've reflected over my 84 years I realize that certain events and people influenced some of the decisions I made later in life. Even as a child I was subconsciously saying things to myself such things as "I will never do that" or "I admire those women so much I want to be like them" or "This is what's really important" or "I will never act like that person". These are what I call defining moments. Thus, the title "Defining Moments" was born. Even though I didn't realize it at the time, I was forming decisions and opinions based on those seemingly insignificant events and people.

This book includes my family history, my personal history, and my spiritual history. My family history is based on what I saw and heard, as well as information from others. How I wish I had asked some questions and found out more. I recently read that when the oldest member of a family dies, a library burns to the ground! At least some of my stories will remain alive and can be passed on.

My personal history includes some of the incredible people I've met along the way including my first love as well as the man I was married to for 57 years.

My faith history is my journey into the heart of God as I came to know the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit on a personal level.