This is the memoir of my Aunt Eleanor (now 85 years old), who got polio when she was four months old. … [Read more...] about Childhood Memories–Part 2
Archives for July 2011
Childhood Memories–1st Post
My aunt is now 85 and has had polio since she was 4 months old. Below I’ve presented some of her memoir. Refer to my previous post called My Aunts Memoir The reason I have always been capable definitely has to do with my Mother’s strength and determination. She taught me from the beginning that with very few exceptions I could do anything my siblings could do. I … [Read more...] about Childhood Memories–1st Post
Small milestones
I had my best page view day yet. Almost 700! This was a small victory yet one that gave me great pleasure. When you are writing and working so hard it is difficult when you feel like you are writing into the great void. But I finally started having more interaction as well with my readers. I received 2 emails and had several comments today. These small things really bring … [Read more...] about Small milestones
My Aunt’s Memoir
My Aunt Eleanor has just completed her memoir called Childhood Memories. I plan on publishing a few excerpts from her memoir in this blog later. The polio virus attacked her legs when she was 4 months old, leaving her on crutches until she was around 65. During that time, she managed to hold a job, drive, take care of her home, cook, teach piano, and take care of my my … [Read more...] about My Aunt’s Memoir