The emigrants kneel in the old
parrish church for the last time..
it may be forever. They scarcely
had known it would be so hard,
the ties of a lifetime to sever.
For the last time they look on the
ivy-clad walls, for the last time
they hear the bells ringing. 'Twas
there they were married, and now to
that church, how fondly their sad
hearts are clinging.
.. author unknown
This church has been a meaningful part
of my family's history since it was built
in the 1800's. It has witnessed the baptism,
marriage and passing of many beloved
family members.
I dedicate this drawing to the memory
of family members that have passed on
and also to honor those that I am blessed
to still have in my life.
Rita -- 31 dec 2009
