An Open Book...

I realized the other day that just because you've known someone all of your life, doesn't mean you know everything about them!



I decided to "interview" the birthday girl to get a little closer and dig a little deeper as my mother's birthday quickly approaches and we both reach a milestone.

So, this morning my mother was an open book. Here's what I learned:

Q: How does it feel to be turning the big 8-0?
A: It feels great! Still a little hard to believe, but I'm excited and looking forward to it.

Q: Looking back thru the years, what are your most memorable moments?
A: Meeting your father (Joseph Tilton) at a friend's wedding and then being married to him for 43 (wow!) years. Being blessed with 8 wonderful children and seeing them achieve their independence and grow into adults, now with families of their own. Reconnecting with Alfred Edmondson, my dear childhood friend, and remarrying. When we met again much later in life we learned we'd both been married for the same number of years and had the same number of children! Also, having such a great extended family and close circle of friends.

Q: What's your favorite new product or invention?
A: I'd have to say the advancements in health care. Being a former nurse, it's amazing what they can do in this day and time, things we never thought would be possible. Couldn't even imagine...

Q: What's your favorite book?
A: The Bible.

Q: What's your favorite song?
A: Amazing Grace.

Q: Do you have a favorite actress?
A: Yes, Lena Horne!

Q: How about a favorite quote?
A: "Listening is an open door to understanding."

Q: That's your favorite quote of all time? Who said that?
A: Ugh, I knew that would be your next question.... I'll have to look it up!

Q: What do you know for sure?
A: God is good.... And true love and happiness comes from within.

Do you have a question for Bessie? Mailto: bessiesbash@gmail.com.