Category Archives: Love

Add a “Y” to Your Fox

Posted on January 29, 2023 by aamontgomery

I walked in the middle and was happy to be with men who were not willing to shut their eyes to life. Continue reading →

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Dancing With Holidays Past

Posted on December 30, 2022 by aamontgomery

The best family holidays were full of laughter, dancing, and just being together. Continue reading →

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The Superheroes Among Us

Posted on November 30, 2022 by aamontgomery

Young children live in the “now”, can we learn from them? Continue reading →

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Lisa’s Garden and Her Island Home

Posted on September 25, 2022 by aamontgomery

Lisa Stanley’s neighbors in the Island Home area of Knoxville have dedicated the green space just inside their neighborhood’s entrance as “Lisa’s Garden” in celebration of her life. 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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We Are the Real Countries

Posted on March 31, 2022 by aamontgomery

We ARE the true countries. Not the artificial borders drawn on maps. And we do not live for ourselves alone. 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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