No one appreciates a sunrise, a rock garden, a waterfall or a flower blooming more than she. Her life has not been easy, but she loves a good laugh. A Jim Reeves' song soothes her soul quicker than anything. She's a survivor and now the matriarch of an extended family. My brother, Greg, and I can always count on her for encouragement. Mom celebrates our achievements and comforts us when we have our setbacks. She's an excellent teacher and moral guide. To many, she's a loyal friend who's ready for a road trip at the drop of a hat. You're apt to see her with a camera in hand "preserving memories" as she puts it, and she loves to share those memories with a generosity of spirit that knows no bounds. "Roamin' Through the Fields" is the story of her childhood -- written in her own words and in her own hand.

- Tim England