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    Memories of a Country Mother: A Collection of Poetry and Short Stories
    Memories of a Country Mother: A Collection of Poetry and Short Stories
    Memories of a Country Mother: A Collection of Poetry and Short Stories
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    Memories of a Country Mother: A Collection of Poetry and Short Stories

    By Marie Reed

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    This collection of poems and short stories weaves together history, hope, and family. Each piece flows beautifully into the next, revealing the wisdom and perspective of a simpler time. The golden thread running throughout the entire book is the joy of a life lived prayerfully. It is the culmination of nearly one-hundred years of experience. Life, love, and faith in the face of loss are reflected beautifully through the eyes of a country mother.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherWestBow Press
    Release dateMar 4, 2021
    ISBN9781664224162
    Memories of a Country Mother: A Collection of Poetry and Short Stories
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    Marie Reed

    Myrtle Marie Reed prefers to go by “Marie” or “Granny” to those who know her best. She was born in Ivanhoe Texas in 1920. This is where she met her husband and committed herself to serving the Lord as a dedicated mother to five children. She has enjoyed writing poetry nearly all her life and has published some pieces in local newspapers from time to time.

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