Saturday, February 5, 2011

Sacred Memories

We inherit from our ancestry gifts so often taken for granted. Each of us contains within us this inheritance of soul. We are links between the ages, containing past and present expectations, sacred memories, and future promise.
(Edward Sellner)

The ranch hand's genetic stock is apportioned equally between the Waller and the Williamson clan.

It is an intoxicating (and eclectic) mix of outrageous behavior tendencies, fierce family protectiveness, and pure country roots.

The generational stories are replete with a mixture of self-destructive adventures flavored by kinship loyalty beyond compare, especially where young uns' were concerned.

The "gifts" are to be acknowledged with heart felt gratitude and thanks to the Savior.

The less than desirable weaknesses of mortal flesh are to be equally acknowledged, but with prayer that peace with the past can be had in order to best enjoy and prosper in the present.

Let us treasure the sacred memories while reaching toward the promise of continued family love for future generations.

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