Special Gifts II

Last week we learned of two more special gifts given in Christine’s honor from people we hardly know.

First a little background on gift #1: My brother Paul had an idea, years back, to spearhead a movement to get a proper memorial established at the Oak Ridge Cemetery for the Home for the Friendless orphans. The project is featured in the Springfield paper today. Paul approached the Cemetery Board with the idea and they liked it. So now, in a few weeks, a ground breaking for the memorial will take place. Paul has worked so hard on this project, he amazes me. The Board has now told Paul that they want to plant a tree, with a plaque, in this same area in memory of Christine…that is so special!

The second gift is once again from a friend of my Mom’s, who I’m certain has not met us. My mother received a note or call from Mary Ellen who wanted to do something special for them/us. She’s retired and has been writing children’s books as she gets inspired and then pays to have a local printer/publisher print copies that she can sell to local book stores. She’s currently writing a book called Mrs. Celerystalk goes for a walk. She wants to dedicate the book to Christine and have a picture of her placed in the front cover with the dedication…Wow!

Once again, these very kind gestures, from people who hardly know us, mean the world to us. C & I look forward to visiting Christine's tree and reading the book. Thanks so much!!