SHARON LOUISE ROSS (COTTON)

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SHARON LOUISE ROSS (nee COTTON) Where has 20 years gone? Our children, after a period of confusion and adjustment have grown into a fine young woman and man. I know you would be proud of them as I am. At this stage in their lives, you would have been very helpful to them as they finish their schooling, establish relationships and make a life for themselves. I consider myself fortunate to be an integral part of their lives. They have traveled, established their identities and maintained very vital friendships along the way. We have all moved on, but not without appreciating the affect you had and continue to have on our lives. You and I always talked of having four children in the Ross family. I hope you are smiling at the two newest Ross family members that bring the number up to four. All four have bonded well and, even though there is a large age gap, they show characteristics that leave no doubt that they are brothers and sisters. Your children have also bonded well with their stepmother. This tells me that they also think the new love in my life is a wonderful person. Nothing makes me prouder than to sit at the table and see my past and present sitting there with me, bringing renewed joy to my life. Your parents have opened the door for us to remain close to them by adding the newest Ross children to their list of grandchildren. We have, gratefully, taken what you have given us and made a life with it. Thank you for your all too brief contribution to it. I trust you are at peace. With love, Your Family

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 22, 2008