Monthly Archives: August 2026

Thank You, Dolly Parton b. 19 Jan 1946, d. 25 Aug 2026

Posted on August 27, 2026 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

We are all saddened by the death of our Book Angel, Dolly Parton, who passed this week.  She has been one of the greatest heroines of our country, a bright light in a world filled with corruption and destruction.  While … Continue reading →

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Stonewood Writing Group, weeks 35-44

Posted on August 27, 2026 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

Below is the next installment of writing lessons from the Stonewood Writing Group.  You can read previous lessons here: The Stonewood Writing Group 2025 weeks 1-14 The Stonewood Writing Group, weeks 15-24 The Stonewood Writing Group, weeks 25-34 If you’d … Continue reading →

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Pedro, Loved Again

Posted on August 23, 2026 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

When I was a little girl, Pedro was my beloved companion.  I carried him with me and I loved him dearly.  He has red velvet on his hooves and ears, button eyes and string hair for a mane.  For many … Continue reading →

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The Judy Anderson Family Reunion

Posted on August 22, 2026 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

This afternoon and evening we helped Heidi’s Grandma, Judy Anderson, host a reunion party in our backyard and pool.  Judy is the matriarch of the family, Heidi’s mother’s mother.  I love family gatherings, and this was a fun one to … Continue reading →

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Rage Rooms Become Personal

Posted on August 21, 2026 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

We have had some trauma drama in our yard.  On the day before we returned from the beach, we got word that a troupe of young boys had been in the playground destroying our property.  Heidi found one of the … Continue reading →

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Missionaries Love Missionaries

Posted on August 19, 2026 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

Several couples from out of town were here this week attending BYU Education Week.  We get together whenever we are able.  I love these people.

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The Elizabeth Degen Bushman Bible to be housed in the BYU Special Collections

Posted on August 19, 2026 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

This afternoon I received a delightful phone call from Ellie Johnson in Las Vegas. She has been the family member in possession of the Elizabeth Degen Bushman Bible for many years. This last week she attended the BYU Education Week. … Continue reading →

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Remembering Robert Redford’s 90th Birthday at Sundance

Posted on August 18, 2026 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

This evening we went to a special event at Sundance to celebrate Robert Redford’s 90th Birthday.  It was by invitation only to Sundance owners.  We got to go ride the lift up to the top (for a donation to the … Continue reading →

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Connect Your Dots

Posted on August 18, 2026 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

In 2005, Steve Jobs gave a commencement address at Stanford University.  He told the story of dropping out of college and taking a calligraphy class that later influenced the design of the Macintosh.  In this address he said: “You can’t … Continue reading →

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The 2026 Frankfurt Area Office Reunion, Orem Utah

Posted on August 16, 2026 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

Here are the photos from our 2026 Frankfurt Area Office Reunion, held in our backyard on Saturday 15 August.  Being with these friends was like stepping into heaven for an evening.  The friendship we share is remarkable and treasured. Everyone … Continue reading →

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