July 7, 2008 | Published in * Feature Columns, 5 Minutes for Books, Books, Giveaways

5 Minutes for Books — Ruby Among Us

My grandmother likes to tell stories. I relish the memories she shares about my younger self, fleshing out the memories of my childhood as seen through the loving eyes of a grandmother. Her tales of her own youth always surprise me, bringing to life the girl and young woman I never knew. She tells me a lot of stories, but I know that there are facts that aren’t as easy to discuss even though they are common to us all–strained relationships between mother and daughter and husband and wife, fears, loneliness.

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When Lucy DiCamillo is eight years old, her mother Ruby dies in their garden. Lucy was there, and she has carried the burden of responsibility all these years. Her grandmother Kitty comes to live with her. Eleven years later, Lucy’s memories of her first eight years are still cloudy and incomplete. She has her mother’s paintings–mostly self-portraits–her rose garden, and a few familiar rituals that tie her to her past. Kitty shares some memories of Ruby, but now that Lucy is a woman herself she wants to hear more about her mother, the woman, instead of rehashed memories of Ruby that Kitty tells like stories. She wants to know more about the absent men in her life–both her father and Kitty’s estranged husband.

As Kitty begins to divulge her secrets, and Ruby’s as well, Lucy gains a bigger understanding of her mother and grandmother. Bits and pieces of her own memories begin to come back. Using them and the new information Kitty has provided, Lucy tries to fill in the blanks on the canvas of her life that she has tried to paint with the help of new friends Max and Susannah.

Reading Ruby Among Us by Tina Ann Forkner caused me to reevaluate my own history and the men and women in it. The characters are so well-developed, and so perfectly human, that they become friends by the end of the novel. As Lucy’s story was revealed gradually, I hungered to know more. The ending wraps up most of the story lines (as I prefer), yet leaves a few things unstated, allowing room for the characters to live on and grown in my mind as well.

If you’d like to win one of four copies of Ruby Among Us, leave a comment here. The winners (U.S. addresses only please) will be posted in next week’s column.

The winners of last week’s book, Under Pressure, are

#14 Amanda D.
#11 Refresh Mom
#19 Courtney

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1 Ashley July 7, 2008 at 12:16 am: I’d love something new to read:)
2 tnchick July 7, 2008 at 12:39 am: Enter me to win, please. I’d love togive this to a friend for a RAK! =)
3 Kisha July 7, 2008 at 12:49 am: This looks like a good read. Not what I would normally read but I’m up for a change.
4 Laurie July 7, 2008 at 1:18 am: I loved my Grandmother’s stories as well. She died a fews ago at age 89, when I was pregnant with my now two and a half year old son.
There is something about Grandparents with their stories and how things were back when they were younger.
Ruby Among Us sounds like it would be a great read.
5 Michele July 7, 2008 at 2:04 am: Please enter me…sounds like a great read!
6 Noreen July 7, 2008 at 2:07 am: sounds like a great story
7 Mozi Esme's Mommy July 7, 2008 at 2:16 am: This book looks wonderful! And I have a US address.
8 KGI July 7, 2008 at 2:28 am: I’d love to own this book! Sounds like a great read.
9 Dayna July 7, 2008 at 2:33 am: Looks good, I’d like a chance to win, thanks!
10 Nora Scott-Platt July 7, 2008 at 4:53 am: This would be so fantastic and would capture my heart.
11 Beth/Mom2TwoVikings July 7, 2008 at 6:25 am: Aw, man…first commenters never win. *wink* But, if I don’t leave one now, I’ll forget! LOL You can count me in!
12 Marilyn July 7, 2008 at 6:32 am: This sounds like a touching book – thank you for the contest
13 john a iavarone July 7, 2008 at 7:29 am: would love to win this ~ nice gift.
14 Nikki July 7, 2008 at 7:39 am: This sounds like a great story. Please enter me.

Nikki
15 Evelyn Murray July 7, 2008 at 7:48 am: I would love to win and read this book
16 melissa July 7, 2008 at 8:15 am: I would love to win!
17 Louise Brouillette July 7, 2008 at 8:19 am: I’d love to read this
18 Susan C July 7, 2008 at 8:30 am: This is my favorite type of story-please enter me.
19 Cheryl Free July 7, 2008 at 8:34 am: I’d love to read this *Thanks* for the giveaway!
20 Erma Hurtt July 7, 2008 at 9:56 am: I’d love something new to read
21 Jenn S July 7, 2008 at 9:58 am: I am always looking for a good read. Thanks for a great contest!
22 Laurie Moudy July 7, 2008 at 10:00 am: Once you have children you realize that we all have a legacy to leave behind and I am trying to start journeling/writing letters to my twins. One day I will be gone and I want them to have stories to read to remember our life together. Another great book is The Wednesday Letters by Jason F. Wright. It will inspire you. Thank you for the give-a-way.
23 Wendy July 7, 2008 at 10:04 am: Of course I would love to win, but even if I don’t I’m definitely getting this book. Thanks for reviewing it!
24 Mama Zen July 7, 2008 at 10:13 am: Sounds like a fun read!
25 susan varney July 7, 2008 at 10:21 am: just send it
26 Doll Clothes Gal July 7, 2008 at 10:25 am: What a great review – i’d love to read this. Thanks.
27 Julie July 7, 2008 at 10:50 am: Please enter me! Sounds like a great summer read.
28 Ana July 7, 2008 at 10:50 am: very nice
29 Angel July 7, 2008 at 10:51 am: i could use a new book
30 Maja July 7, 2008 at 10:51 am: i like it. neat prize.
31 Jessica July 7, 2008 at 10:52 am: I would love a new book. Having lost a parent it also looks like a good read!
32 luv2read July 7, 2008 at 10:55 am: Enter me in the drawing. I would love to win.
spowell01(at)bellsouth(dot)net
33 Bethany G. July 7, 2008 at 11:09 am: I have really been wanting to read this book, especially since I found out that Tina lives in WY. I lived there for 10 years and have many fond memories, and hope to go back someday.
Please enter me in the drawing! Thank you.
34 charline s July 7, 2008 at 11:10 am: Sounds like a great book. Everyone loves to hear stories about their grandparents and from their grandparents.
35 Amanda D. July 7, 2008 at 11:16 am: this looks like a really good book!
36 Michelle July 7, 2008 at 11:20 am: I would love to be entered. Thanks!
37 Angela July 7, 2008 at 11:47 am: This sounds like an intriguing read and I would love to add it to our book collection. Thanks for offering it.

Angela
38 Desmond July 7, 2008 at 11:49 am: Count me in!
39 c. clemens July 7, 2008 at 12:14 pm: Enter me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
40 Megret July 7, 2008 at 12:41 pm: Sounds like a touching story. Count me in!
41 Linda Pinto July 7, 2008 at 12:42 pm: Ruby Among Us sounds like such a touching and heartwarming story. Please enter me in the giveaway.
42 Becky Carden July 7, 2008 at 12:55 pm: This looks like a fantastic book.

Please enter me in the contest!

Becky Carden
rec(at)hiwaay(dot)net
43 Becky Carden July 7, 2008 at 1:06 pm: This looks like a fantastic book.

Please enter me in the contest.

Thank you so much.

Becky Carden
44 Megan B. July 7, 2008 at 1:12 pm: Looks great, thank you!!!
45 Flora Presley July 7, 2008 at 1:39 pm: This sounds like a lovely sentimental story. I’d love the chance to read it.
46 Terri July 7, 2008 at 1:41 pm: I need a good read. Would love it.
47 cathy July 7, 2008 at 1:47 pm: I love reading! This book sounds like a treasure! I would be so happy to win this!!!
Thanks for your fun site!
48 Denise July 7, 2008 at 2:00 pm: Count me in!
49 Thomas Gibson July 7, 2008 at 2:16 pm: Very nice prize!
50 Rodney K July 7, 2008 at 2:22 pm: I sure hope I win thanks
51 Mya Brooks July 7, 2008 at 2:23 pm: I’m a book freak and would love to read this!
52 Marion July 7, 2008 at 2:28 pm: It sounds like a great read. I would love to win!
53 JUDY NO July 7, 2008 at 3:01 pm: I need to read. It’s been a long time since I read anything for pleasure.
54 Cindi July 7, 2008 at 3:29 pm: Hello, I have been reading many good things about this book. I think the relationship between the three women would be interesting. Please enter me in your delightful giveaway. Thanks, Cindi
55 Belinda A. July 7, 2008 at 3:47 pm: Yes please! I love a novel with well fleshed-out characters.
56 Kim July 7, 2008 at 3:56 pm: I’ve been eyeing this book and would love to win it.
57 Robin Schick July 7, 2008 at 4:07 pm: This book sounds like my type of read! Please enter me.
I would love to review books and give them away, making people happy puts a smile on my face.
58 Cynthia July 7, 2008 at 4:14 pm: Thanks for the review and the giveaway!
59 Ann Fantom July 7, 2008 at 4:24 pm: I would love to win this! Please enter me
60 Miranda Allen July 7, 2008 at 5:10 pm: please enter me thanks, freebiegoddess03@aol.com
61 Beth July 7, 2008 at 5:19 pm: I’d love to read something by an author I’ve nopt read before!
62 Valerie Mitchell July 7, 2008 at 5:36 pm: What a wonderful prize!
63 Susan Smith July 7, 2008 at 5:45 pm: Please enter me
64 Judy J. July 7, 2008 at 6:01 pm: Watching how authors develop characters helps me develop my “character”. I look forward to reading this book! Thank you for the opportunity to win it.
65 Bernadette July 7, 2008 at 6:03 pm: Sounds like a good story.
66 valerie mabrey July 7, 2008 at 7:11 pm: this is a great contest
67 christopher h July 7, 2008 at 7:13 pm: love to win this
68 Linda Moeller July 7, 2008 at 7:25 pm: Pick me
69 judy brittle July 7, 2008 at 7:48 pm: The story sounds really good! Please count me in to win.
70 Dawn G July 7, 2008 at 8:40 pm: Can’t wait to read this!
71 Sherri B. July 7, 2008 at 8:58 pm: Sounds fascinating!!! Would love to win!!!
72 Lisa (Morning Rose) July 7, 2008 at 9:15 pm: Sounds like an interesting book!
73 The Diaper Diaries July 7, 2008 at 9:35 pm: Love a good book. Count me in!!
74 Peggy Doty July 7, 2008 at 9:47 pm: Sounds like a very good book and I love to read.
75 Jennifer Bartlett July 7, 2008 at 10:14 pm: I would love to read Tina’s new book.
76 Jill L July 7, 2008 at 10:35 pm: Hearing wonderful things about this book. Would love to read it. Definitely will need to get it if I don’t win it.
77 Rebekah July 7, 2008 at 11:01 pm: Looking forward to reading this book! Sounds like a winner!
78 Hillary July 7, 2008 at 11:03 pm: Sounds intriguing.
79 Jen B July 7, 2008 at 11:11 pm: Sounds like a great book!
80 Joy July 8, 2008 at 12:27 am: Thank you so much for the opportunity to win! (njeosys@juno.com)
81 Stacey July 8, 2008 at 12:43 am: I would love to read Ruby among us.
82 Beth Ann July 8, 2008 at 1:07 am: This sounds like a great read! I finally got back into reading last week after over 7 years of being ‘too busy’! Please enter my name in this give-away!
Thank you!
83 Tanya Moyer July 8, 2008 at 1:27 am: Sounds like a great book! Thanks for offering it!
~Tanya
the4moyers(at)msn(dot)com
84 Janet F July 8, 2008 at 1:56 am: Please enter me.
85 Terra Heck July 8, 2008 at 5:29 am: This looks to be a good read.
86 Jodi July 8, 2008 at 5:47 am: yes I need a new book desperately. Thanks for the giveaway.
87 LAUREEN SULLIVAN July 8, 2008 at 6:16 am: Looks like a lovely book.
88 Sharon Jones July 8, 2008 at 6:44 am: I really need something good to read and this looks perfect…thanks for great contest!
89 Kari Follett July 8, 2008 at 7:10 am: Sounds like a very good book! I’d love a chance, thanks!
90 Annie July 8, 2008 at 8:02 am: Add me! I’m always looking for a new book to read.
91 david basile July 8, 2008 at 8:05 am: sounds good thanks for entering me
92 Vicky Boackle July 8, 2008 at 8:44 am: i love to read and this sounds good.
93 Amy - Essential Family Living July 8, 2008 at 8:53 am: Thanks for the review. Would like to read this. =)
94 Tobye July 8, 2008 at 8:53 am: This sounds like a good read. thanks!
95 stampedwithgrace July 8, 2008 at 9:07 am: I’ve heard this is a GREAT book!!
96 diana July 8, 2008 at 10:01 am: I would love to in this book!
97 clenna in NH July 8, 2008 at 10:30 am: Both of my parents told wonderful tales of their youth. It was wonderful to imagine them when they were little kids, or teens, or when they fell in love.
Please enter me in the contest.
98 Barbara Fox July 8, 2008 at 10:34 am: Sounds like a wonderful book!
99 Leah July 8, 2008 at 10:36 am: I’d love to win this. It sounds like a good read.
100 Deborah R July 8, 2008 at 11:08 am: Your description of the story made me want to read it. Hope I win!
101 tim brown July 8, 2008 at 11:13 am: THANK YOU GOD BLESS
102 Patty July 8, 2008 at 11:51 am: Thank you for having this contest. I really appreciate it.
103 Donna Vance July 8, 2008 at 12:28 pm: This book sounds like it would be a joy to read.
104 Cyndi in Colorado July 8, 2008 at 12:49 pm: I borrowed this book from the library recently but just got started reading it. I would love a copy to add to my personal library. So far, it’s really good! I had the pleasure of meeting Tina in Cheyenne at a book fair late last summer before the book was published. She was so gracious as we asked her questions and it was obvious she was so proud of the book and excited for it’s release. I’ve been anxiously waiting for it to be published, too! Congratulations to Tina on her first published novel!!!
105 Deanne July 8, 2008 at 1:01 pm: I love hearing about and finding new authors! Thank you for passing along another one!
106 Tarah July 8, 2008 at 1:14 pm: This looks like a great summer read!
107 Anita Yancey July 8, 2008 at 1:59 pm: Sounds like a really good book, one I would enjoy reading. Please enter me, and thanks!
108 Anna July 8, 2008 at 2:56 pm: I’d like to read a good book! Thank you for the chance.
109 Brooke Allen July 8, 2008 at 3:27 pm: Sounds like a good book!
110 Belinda Shaw July 8, 2008 at 3:54 pm: I’d really like to read this interesting book!
111 Vicki Wurgler July 8, 2008 at 4:33 pm: please enter my name – this sounds like a good summer read
112 Kathy Conley July 8, 2008 at 4:35 pm: This sounds like a great one!
113 Cindy July 8, 2008 at 6:56 pm: I’ve read this book and it is wonderful! I’d love to get enough copies to share with my grand daughters. I could see myself in this book and Tina has a beautiful talent for painting pictures with her words.
114 Mary July 8, 2008 at 7:22 pm: I love to read and this book sounds interesting! I hope I win!
115 Tonya Froemel July 8, 2008 at 7:28 pm: like to win this
116 Karen Gonyea July 8, 2008 at 8:12 pm: Sounds good to me !
117 Catherine July 8, 2008 at 8:30 pm: I love to read!
118 kristi blackstone July 8, 2008 at 8:30 pm: Looks great! I’d love to be entered!!
119 Catherine copeland July 8, 2008 at 9:30 pm: wow i can always use another book for when I travel
120 Leslie July 8, 2008 at 10:10 pm: Terrific
121 Jill Miller July 8, 2008 at 10:21 pm: I would love to win a nice summer read.
122 djp July 9, 2008 at 12:02 am: i just finished my midnite book and i am ready for a new one
123 Heather July 9, 2008 at 12:31 am: Sounds like a good one!
124 Sandy F. July 9, 2008 at 12:38 am: sounds like an interesting read…please count me in!!! thanks :O)
125 Carole Jarvis July 9, 2008 at 12:41 am: I’ve been wanting to read this book for a long time. Thanks for the chance to win a copy.

cjarvis [at] bellsouth [dot] net
126 Jaime July 9, 2008 at 1:09 am: I would love to win and read this book! Thanks!
127 Andrea July 9, 2008 at 7:42 am: Sounds like a great book! My grandma is full of stories. I keep telling myself that I need to sit down with her and write them down before it’s too late (she IS 83 years old).
128 Lordes July 9, 2008 at 2:21 pm: So many people are getting away from reading.. it’s nice to see that others love to read as much as I. Wonderful prize
129 Amy from Occupation: Mommy July 9, 2008 at 3:00 pm: This sounds like a good book.
130 william causey July 9, 2008 at 4:11 pm: please count me in
131 Sabra M July 9, 2008 at 5:23 pm: I need a new read. I’m in a place in my life right now where I can’t do too much. Reading is a great pasttime and alot better than starring at the tv!! Thanks for the contest!!
132 Adrienne! July 9, 2008 at 5:56 pm: I would love one.
133 Kathy Scott July 9, 2008 at 7:10 pm: My husband says that my reading addiction is breaking the bank. Please feed it.
134 Tara Hill July 9, 2008 at 7:16 pm: Sounds like a great read! Thanks for the chance!
135 Anthony Hedden July 9, 2008 at 7:52 pm: enter me
136 Stephen Saunders July 9, 2008 at 10:50 pm: wheeeeeee hope I win.
137 Noelia Gutierrez July 9, 2008 at 11:23 pm: would love to read this, love books, thanks.
138 Arlyne McGregor July 9, 2008 at 11:28 pm: hope I win
139 Nancy July 10, 2008 at 12:36 am: Love to win it. thanks
140 Adrienne Gordon July 10, 2008 at 8:23 am: love 2 read
141 rachel burke July 10, 2008 at 9:49 am: i would love this
142 lori walker July 10, 2008 at 3:58 pm: This would be a wonderful read for my sister-in-law and I.
143 Beth allen July 10, 2008 at 6:06 pm: I love to read. i would really enjoy this!! Thanks for the chance!!
144 Tina Rath July 10, 2008 at 6:46 pm: I love to read and would love this book.
145 Gary Osborn July 10, 2008 at 7:25 pm: Wooo Hooo Make me a winner!
146 Elizabeth M. July 10, 2008 at 7:42 pm: You’ve convinced me that this is definitely worth reading. I’d love to win it!
147 Wendy C. July 11, 2008 at 6:13 am: This would be a perfect ‘end of summer’ read for me!
148 israel y July 11, 2008 at 9:04 am: thanks for the chance to win
149 Julie July 11, 2008 at 10:53 am: I would love this! Thanks for you great site!
150 Jamie July 11, 2008 at 1:16 pm: Love reading! Looks like a great read!
151 Ren July 11, 2008 at 1:48 pm: Sounds like a wonderful book. I’ll have to add that to my list!
152 kathleen Yohanna July 11, 2008 at 2:55 pm: I would like to win this. I love good books.
153 Karrie July 11, 2008 at 8:46 pm: the book sounds great
154 Cassandra July 11, 2008 at 9:47 pm: Sounds like a good book!
155 Eryn July 11, 2008 at 9:58 pm: This looks wonderful, and I love what you shared about your grandmother. I miss mine so much. Thanks for the hard work you do on the blog
156 Marla July 11, 2008 at 10:54 pm: Sounds like a great book! Count me in!
157 Tara July 11, 2008 at 11:01 pm: Great prize.
158 Kristie Noguera July 11, 2008 at 11:29 pm: Sounds like a good one. Thanks.
159 K. Cleaver July 11, 2008 at 11:36 pm: My children are so interested in stories their grandparents tell about their dad when he was little. I’ve been doing journals for each of my boys for them to have when they are older.
160 Kyle Banderman July 12, 2008 at 12:35 am: Nothing wrong with a good book! Thanks for the contest!

indyfree07@hotmail.com
161 Bonnie July 12, 2008 at 1:20 am: Wow this sounds soooooooooooo good, hope I win so I can read it.
162 Lara Aleff July 12, 2008 at 2:12 am: I’ve been searching for new books to read this summer, this looks great!
163 Kathy July 12, 2008 at 8:30 am: LOOKS LIKE A GREAT READ
164 Angela July 12, 2008 at 9:57 am: I’d love to have a copy!
165 sarah woods July 12, 2008 at 10:10 am: Many thanks for the possibility for relaxation and entertainment between the “hard covers”!!!!!! SW
166 jan koontz July 12, 2008 at 10:27 am: just to cool
167 Jodene Gildea July 12, 2008 at 11:28 am: Please enter me!
168 Chrystal July 12, 2008 at 11:36 am: Looks like a great book!!
169 Dorothy R. July 12, 2008 at 11:57 am: Love to read this!
170 Ed Nemmers July 12, 2008 at 2:39 pm: Sweet niblets!
171 Carol Drury July 12, 2008 at 3:20 pm: what a great prize!!!!!
172 shawna f July 12, 2008 at 5:02 pm: Sounds like a really good book!
173 loki July 12, 2008 at 5:11 pm: Sounds like good reading!
174 Tammy July 12, 2008 at 5:14 pm: Thanks for the chance, I’m always looking for new books to read, and this one has caught my eye!
175 Melissa July 12, 2008 at 5:32 pm: This sounds like a great book!
176 Amy Phillips July 12, 2008 at 5:36 pm: Seems like this would be a great read.
177 philip halter July 12, 2008 at 5:47 pm: enter me please
178 Hetal Gandhi July 12, 2008 at 6:44 pm: my daughters always like to learn more about new books and authors.

herry123_us@live.com
179 Denise July 12, 2008 at 6:48 pm: I would like this!
180 Linda Howard July 12, 2008 at 7:52 pm: Please enter me. Thanks!
181 Beth Allen July 12, 2008 at 8:46 pm: I love to read!! Sounds like a good book. Thanks for the chance!!
182 Susan White July 12, 2008 at 8:51 pm: I would love to win this prize.
Thanks so much!
183 Donna W July 12, 2008 at 9:48 pm: I would love to win this book. It looks great!
184 Sherri Siler July 12, 2008 at 9:55 pm: I would like to read this.
185 marybeth i. July 12, 2008 at 10:32 pm: always looking for a new read!
186 Ann Marie Walker July 13, 2008 at 1:32 am: Sounds like a great book.Something I’d like to read. Please enter me and thanks for the contest.
187 Kristi Gilleland July 13, 2008 at 4:14 am: I like books with good character development and strong female characters – looks like this one will fit the bill!
Please enter me!
188 Pamela White July 13, 2008 at 4:22 am: This sounds like a very interesting read and I would love to have a new summer book to read.
189 Amy Lutz July 13, 2008 at 5:41 am: I’m intrigued sounds like a great book.
190 Veronica Garrett July 13, 2008 at 7:20 am: This sounds like a great book. I would love to win it.
191 Cheryl July 13, 2008 at 7:54 am: I love to read! New books are exciting.
192 Jennifer Schroeder July 13, 2008 at 10:12 am: Sounds like a great read! Count me in! Thank you for the contest!
193 John Deal July 13, 2008 at 11:12 am: I,ve been trying to fill my daughter in on her younger years, so she doesn’t just have a blank slate there.
194 Timothy Sternberg July 13, 2008 at 11:33 am: I’d love something new to read.
195 kathy pease July 13, 2008 at 12:56 pm: count me in please
196 Jennifer S. July 13, 2008 at 1:09 pm: I love to read and this sounds like a great book!
197 Renee Turner July 13, 2008 at 1:16 pm: My favorite thing in the world is a new book and time to read it!
198 LEONIE CESVETTE July 13, 2008 at 3:14 pm: I lost my dad this year and even the birthday cards he sent with the personalized messages have become part of the memories I treasure.
199 Terry Rollins July 13, 2008 at 5:25 pm: I love to read!
200 Jillian Sorenson July 13, 2008 at 7:17 pm: Looks like a good read!
201 Sharon Fairclough July 13, 2008 at 8:22 pm: Sounds like a wonderful book to add to my summer reading list. Thanks for the contest.
202 Beverly Metcalf July 13, 2008 at 8:23 pm: I love reading books like this, it sounds really good. Thanks for having the contest!
203 Sand July 13, 2008 at 8:34 pm: I’m always searching for something new to read!
204 Debbie Hornyak July 13, 2008 at 8:51 pm: Seems like this is an interesting read!
205 Susanne Troop July 13, 2008 at 8:59 pm: I’m always looking for a good book to read!
206 Shania Duncan July 13, 2008 at 9:53 pm: Looks like I great book. I’d love to have a chance to read it.
207 Lily Kwan July 13, 2008 at 10:31 pm: Please enter me into the contest. Thanks!
208 Tina Ann Forkner July 16, 2008 at 9:39 am: Hi everyone. Thanks for all your nice comments. I hope you all have a chance to read the book, and for those of you who have mentioned your lost loved ones (and those who thought about them), take heart. You have a chance to pass their stories on to the younger relatives in your family. Don’t wait.
209 Tina Ann Forkner July 16, 2008 at 9:41 am: Oops. I had one too many n’s in my URL in my last comment. Here is the correct one:

http://www.tinaannforkner.com
210 Kay July 22, 2008 at 10:12 am: Sounds like a great read. Sign me up!
211 Cynthia Hickey July 26, 2008 at 11:59 am: Book sounds great! Enter me in the drawing!
212 Cynthia Hickey July 26, 2008 at 12:00 pm: Ruby sounds great! Sign me up!