My journey consists of linking the past to our future. Even though family grows in different directions - our roots will always be the same.

I have reached a point in my life that I yearn to know and understand the paths that were traveled before me. I have learned so much about my loved ones and myself along this journey. I've discovered a bounty of joy and sorrow at every crossroad - along with an understanding of the struggles and determination that every individual faced.

I am most grateful for the faces that I see in the mirror each day - as well as the faces that look back at me in photos that I will always cherish.

This is why I began this journey and will continue my journey. I pray that my children; grandchildren; and great grandchildren will also treasure every crossroad along each path.

My journey consists of linking the past to our future. Even though family grows in different directions - our roots will always be the same.

I have reached a point in my life that I yearn to know and understand the paths that were traveled before me. I have learned so much about my loved ones and myself along this journey. I've discovered a bounty of joy and sorrow at every crossroad - along with an understanding of the struggles and determination that every individual faced.

I am most grateful for the faces that I see in the mirror each day - as well as the faces that look back at me in photos that I will always cherish.

This is why I began this journey and will continue my journey. I pray that my children; grandchildren; and great grandchildren will also treasure every crossroad along each path.