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Mien Patterson's avatar

I really enjoyed reading this piece!

Ruth Stroud's avatar

Thanks, Mien!❤️

Samantha Childress's avatar

What a lovely read this was. I love that you are delving into your mother's past this way--it feels like we as daughters should know our mothers best, but it's easy to think of them only in relation to ourselves rather than as multi-dimensional people who existed before they had children! Looking forward to hearing more of this story.

Ruth Stroud's avatar

Thanks so much, Sam! I couldn’t agree more on the subject of mothers. I’m on a belated quest to get to know mine better through ancient letters, documents and, hopefully, a trip to her birthplace to walk in her footsteps. I hope to share more in the future.

Jolene Handy's avatar

What a beautiful tribute and remembrance, Ruth. And these pictures! Happy Mother’s Day to you, my friend! 💐

Ruth Stroud's avatar

Thanks so much, Jolene! 🤗

Crowden Satz's avatar

Och aye, what a lovely glimpse into your mishpocheh.

Ruth Stroud's avatar

Thank ye, Crowden! Ye’re vera guid ta say soo!

Indoor Camping's avatar

I can't get enough of this beautiful story. I was hooked by the immigrant thread and surprised when your mother got her degree from SJSU, like me. It brought me home.

Ruth Stroud's avatar

Thanks so much for reading and commenting. It was quite a long journey for my mom, but I think she was prouder of getting that degree than anything.

Vicki Smith's avatar

Such a beautiful remembrance and tribute to family, Ruth. A very happy Mother's Day to you

Ruth Stroud's avatar

Thanks so much, Vicki! I hope you had a beautiful day!

Leslie's avatar

Wonderful story telling, as always. Love all of the pictures, especially the one of you and your mom and the one of your mom reading. Happy Mother's day dear Ruth!

Ruth Stroud's avatar

Thanks so much, dear Leslie!😏

Rink's avatar

Such beautiful pictures and love story. Thanks for sharing beautiful memories with us. Happy Mother’s Day.

Ruth Stroud's avatar

Thank you, Rena! Belated Mother’s Day wishes to you! Hope it was a great one!🌹❤️🌹