In the snowy silence
The deep and snowy still
Of this winter morn
I listen for your voice
That whispers in my ear
Melodic notes of joy
Our hearts are intertwined
In the snowy stillness
Sweet harmony of lives
A symphony of love
You and I are one
Your precious heart resides
Within the radiant flame
Encompassing my heart
Bonded by our love
In the winter silence
Snowflakes softly fall
Like the gentle words
You whisper in my ear
Heartfelt gifts of love
Helen Fernald
October, 2023 Dear Mom, It is October in New Hampshire. I remember how much you loved visiting now, to enjoy the glorious fall colors. But there is another special feature of this month that has become one of my favorites. When I go down to the lake early in the morning to meditate, an enchanting…
March 22, 2026 Dear Mom, I am SO excited. Next weekend we fly to Colorado to visit with Sara and her husband. She is due on March 31 and we cannot wait to meet the new baby. It is hard to believe that nine months have passed. Sara has enjoyed a healthy, calm pregnancy. She…
July, 2026 Dear Mom, Now I truly understand why you loved to have us come to visit you in Cleveland and spend a few days enjoying our family time together. Sam and his family were here for four days at the end of June and I was in heaven. Sam is a sweet, charming three…
Dear Mom, It is nearly Father’s Day and I am thinking of Dad. I was so lucky to have you both as parents. You taught me to be kind, respectful, curious and hard working. You taught me that life is not always easy, but we can find the gift and be happy. You taught me…
October, 2025 Dear Mom, I have so many happy memories of October, with all of its beauty. I know how much you loved it too. I remember, as a child, that we would all get into the car after lunch on Sundays for our family drive. Charlie and I sat in the backseat and looked…
July 2025 Dear Mom, This July 8th, Fred and I will have been married for forty-seven years. 47!! It seems like only yesterday. I feel eternally grateful that both you and Dad were able to be with us on that day. You two always supported me, and it felt very important that you were there…
