Joy's Sketchbook

<p>In this reflective essay Joy delves into the life of her mother who was born in 1927 presenting a vivid recollection of her mother's experiences hardships and ultimately strong resilience. Emotions run deep as the author feels her mother's pain and experiences a deep-seated resentment toward those who mistreated her mother. Joy explores how these emotions have influenced her own social life and relationships seeking to understand the past to create a better future. The author also aims to pass life's wisdom on to her descendants through this memoir and encourage resilience in adversity. Finally the essay points to a theme also found in the story of <em>Narnia:</em> adversity can prepare one for a special destiny. Joy is excited to share this remarkable story with you.</p>