William ShymkiwAUTHOR
William (Bill) Shymkiw is the author of this book. Bill is a retired Senior and lives in Olds, Alberta. In his earlier life he was a farmer, gardener, and teacher. After his vision failed, he pursued former and new interests. All his lifeBill has been an avid gardener. Today with Rita's help the garden is a creation of beauty. Then he took up landscape painting. The book cover picture is one of his paintings. At age ninety he took up writing and this book is is one of the results. It is his hope the reader will find it interesting.

CONTRIBUTOR
There is a contributor who has helped to create this book of many stories. She is Rita MacPherson. In the past eight years she has been the author's caregiver. The author has limited vision so she has been his eyes. Many times when the author expressed doubt, she has provided encouragement. As she typed the words of the manuscript there were passages she has particularly liked. There are others where she would pause and frown. Yet overall, though she and the author are different persons, they are one in pursuit of common purpose. She and the author want the reader to enjoy the many stories. She and the author share a similar view of life. Enjoy each day and celebrate it. Read More Read Less