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| Sister Laura, service dog Scarlett, & Brother Steve – A break from hike…
Judy, Laura, & Steve enjoyed a great 5 miles hike along what is referred to as the Chico Ridge near Paradise, California. Laura lives in the nearby town of Magalia next to the ridge looking over Chico Valley. |
Laura was a big help to me in researching and writing my book. She helped me tell the story of our Mother’s challenges during WWII and after in our childhood years. Like so many spouses and mothers who waited in fear with little or no information on loved ones in the fight, the blessings and celebrations of homecoming were short lived. The war was not over for the soldiers returning home to life after war. A new fight and struggle would ensue,
helping loved ones transitioning back to civilian life. Since little was known at that time about PTSD and moral injury each day of coping and living with a loved one returning home from war was all trial and error. None of us had a clue why our home was so toxic and scary. But with Mother’s toughness and perserverance we survived. We now believe she loved us and tried to create a healthy and safe home. It was nearly impossible at times. We now honor Mother at the end of her life and pray for her peace of mind.
Steve Sparks
Author
Reconciliation: A Son’s Story
