Hi, Im Barbara Jenney. This book is the written works of my mother Ruth A. Louison and contains original short fiction, poems, blogs and some of her favorite recipes compiled by myself and my step-father Ernie. Mom lost her 2.5 year battle with ALS on May 28, 2011 and this book is a tribute to her, to her talent, and to her effect on people. This is our way of continuing to share her with the world. The proceeds from every book purchased either in hard copy or digital download will go to the ALS association in support of finding a cure for the dreaded illness that took her from us far too soon. We hope you will find as much joy in reading this book as we found in putting it together. Thank you for visiting our page :)