Category Archives: Family

Growing Between the Cracks

Posted on August 30, 2022 by aamontgomery

A volunteer plant grows on its own rather than being planted by a gardener. Continue reading →

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A Tiny, Fierce Light That Lives On

Posted on July 31, 2022 by aamontgomery

Celebrating the indomitable spirit of my sister Lisa Stanley. Continue reading →

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A Wildflower Running Free

Posted on June 27, 2022 by aamontgomery

A tribute to my dear sister, Lisa Allen Stanley, who passed away on Father’s Day, June 19, 2022, at the too-age of 63. Continue reading →

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Remember Who You Are

Posted on April 30, 2022 by aamontgomery

Knowledge of our ancestors, the people who made our lives possible, guides us and helps us remember who we are. Continue reading →

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The Victorious ‘Yes’

Posted on December 31, 2021 by aamontgomery

May my sister Lisa continue to transcend the sorrows of this world, may her strong spirit continue to soar. Continue reading →

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Holes Let the Light Shine Through

Posted on November 30, 2021 by aamontgomery

Do our imperfections and vulnerabilities allow more light to shine through? Continue reading →

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Hiding in Plain Sight

Posted on October 31, 2021 by aamontgomery

Being ourselves is the adventure of a lifetime. We often hide in plain sight, but beneath our disguises we have our own mysterious ways. Continue reading →

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The Garden Within

Posted on September 30, 2021 by aamontgomery

We have a new little one expected to enter our family and world in February 2022. May he be safe. May he find his way in this complicated 22nd Century. May he find his bliss. Continue reading →

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Dreams Walking in Broad Daylight

Posted on June 30, 2021 by aamontgomery

. . . dreams walking in broad daylightThree hundred, sixty five degreesBurning down the house. “Burning Down the House”, songwriters: David Byrne, Christopher Frantz, Martina Weymouth, Jerry Harrison Seeing the world through the eyes of a baby or toddler is … Continue reading →

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The Result of the Love of Thousands

Posted on April 30, 2021 by aamontgomery

My grandparents dreamed, hoped, and loved, and through their love for each other, they gave my parents the gift of life. Continue reading →

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