Louise lost most of her memory to a stroke, after being the most important person in Jim's life for more than sixty-five years. These writings recount the mutual love and experiences they shared. Jim wrote these stories of their life together and read them to her so that she might regain a renewed understanding and appreciation of the challenges, victories, and unspeakable joy they had known. Like so many others, their life was filled with trials and happiness, joys and sorrows, scarcity and sufficiency. Four children entered their lives and blessed them with all the complications and abundant blessings one could ever expect to receive. Jim wrote these words that you might come to a knowledge and understanding of Louise and truly appreciate the strength, courage, compassion, and caring nature she shared with all who knew her.