My mother-in-law, Doris Only a handful of people in a lifetime fall into the category of trophy winners!  This almost 90 year old country girl is at the top of my list!  She is my husband's mother, Doris.  

I know few who have accomplished as much in the realm of domestic home lover as she!  Let me just begin by saying she quilts, she cans, she gardens, she mows, she bakes, she crafts, she mothers and she is an outstanding grandmother to many, including not only 9 grand children, but many more great grand children!  Her interests span a wide range in that she collects dishes, handkerchiefs hats, books, antiques, RCA victrola dogs, chickens, buttons, marbles, costume jewelry, shoes, quilts, afghans, dolls and more recently, teddy bears and stuffed bunnies, which she shares generously with her grand kids and friends.  

A frugal and wise shopper, Doris can be found at thrift and bargain shops inevitably coming up with a bag full of treasures worth much more that the pennies she paid!  

Spending time in her country home is always met with the aromas of fresh baked hot rolls and something incredibly tastey coming out of the oven.  Country cooking at its best has repeatedly filled the table, satisfying watering mouths and rumbling tummies year after year!  

As we have missed her life-long hubby/partner, Guy, who passed several years ago, his memories continue to flow on with her as she holds down the "farm" and helps to keep his memory lively and fresh.  Together they built not only a homestead, but a home - with embracing love and warmth.  They have been royal in their care for their grandchildren....always generous and completely fair in their gifts and giving.  No matter how old or young, regardless of problems or struggles, they have been there with crowns of concern and graciousness.  

Doris bravely and very actively continues to keep busy with various club and friendship groups throughout the week.  It is clear to her family that she looks forward to seeing each face as we make our way to her country home where the oven doesn't seem to cool off!  The fields that surround her home appear to create a graceful backdrop for a place - and a sweet woman who is greatly loved.  If there were a trophy big enough it could not hold on its plaque the unmeasured qualities that she has shared and so lovingly offered.  What a treasure to celebrate, as truly she alone is the trophy!