I got the guy, even after that “Scarlett letter” had been delivered. I would like to tell you that we lived happily ever after but (there is that dreaded word; if you missed it see The “Scarlett” Letter, part 1) that would be stretching the truth! The truth is “Happily-ever-after” was not the outcome for … Continue reading The “Scarlett” Letter, Part 2
Marriage
The “Scarlett” Letter, Part 1
On October 28, 1980, I received the letter. It was folded several times and pinned to the bulletin board hanging outside my dorm room. I quickly noticed it had been written at 3 in the morning because not only was the date scribbled down but also the time of writing. The writer actually jotted out … Continue reading The “Scarlett” Letter, Part 1
37 Years of “NOT THROWING IN THE TOWEL, even when we wanted to”!
My freshman year of college was exciting and terrifying all at the same time. Many felt I swooped in and snatched up one of the nicest guys around, a senior to boot! Many felt the marriage was too quick and destined for failure. Granted, my fragile 18 years of life plus his phlegmatic 21 years … Continue reading 37 Years of “NOT THROWING IN THE TOWEL, even when we wanted to”!
A Hawaiian Birthday?
Most married people know from experience that marriage is difficult, or at the very least a challenge. Getting married before you have learned to drive - well maybe not that young – but while your nose is still running, you tend to focus more on those difficulties and challenges. But age and maturity has a … Continue reading A Hawaiian Birthday?
Chadwick Warren Lockey
“It’s a girl,” the doctor announced; How exciting to hear our prayers had been answered! Yet, who knew the whirlwind adventure that would be ours when this little bundle of life was gifted to us, and a whole week early, not to mention it was Labor Day! God did, and He certainly had a well-designed … Continue reading Chadwick Warren Lockey
