Author Archives: Sue Ikerd
The Thin Blue Line
This is written to honor law officer friends who have served and are serving, Randy Stone, M.O. Ikerd, Rob Savage, Lenny Wilson, Mike Noyes, Tim Lewis, Doug Rader, Tyler Reid, Ethan McCurley and all the others standing on the Thin Blue Line THE THIN BLUE LINE They are brothers in blue, they have our back … Continue reading
The Auction
Four old houses in our neighborhood have been bulldozed and burned by the owners. Three just this month. Our neighbors house was built after WWII with oak lumber he had cut down on his farm. It was solid and sturdy; constructed with love and care. It would have stood for many more years but after … Continue reading
God’s Little Angel
God’s Little Angel (In memory of our granddaughter, Megan, our little angel who was taken away too soon. Today would have been her 22nd birthday) You tiptoed into my heart and there you’ll always stay You left your footprints on my soul as God beckoned you away I didn’t get to watch you grow or … Continue reading
How Can You Stop A Miracle
HOW CAN YOU STOP A MIRACLE I’m the grandmother of a grandson who weighed 3 lbs 1 oz at birth. I watched as he struggled for each breath and then grow into a fine young man. I had a granddaughter who was stillborn and I often wonder what her life could have been like. I … Continue reading
Grandma’s Quilts
I love quilts. I have quilts that belonged to my mother, grandmother and great grandmother and each one tells a story and has a special meaning. They were made in hard times when nothing was wasted but they were made with skill and love. I can look at ones my mother made and pick out … Continue reading