Sophia…….

Sophia is a special lady!! She is my daughter-in-law, but I usually drop the (in-law) part. Sophia is always present in the lives of all the people who have a need of her attention—brothers, mother, daughter, husband, nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, distant relatives and, yes, her father-in-law.  There are many, many hugs, kisses, how are you, sharing and greetings, stories to tell, up-dates and, of course, food to share and food to be prepared. There is always food to be prepared—especially on Sundays, holidays, special occasions and birthdays. Sophia uses every minute of every day engaged in the lives of family and friends and all kinds of tasks—it’s like art in motion. I usually get my time in the kitchen on Sundays when she is preparing Sunday dinner. I learn about her latest concoctions which she always warns me that it may not taste good because something may be missing. I learned about how long to keep the entrees in the oven, the latest cookware, some new recipes and spices, and an update on the latest news and future family events. In between all of these activities, she may run an errand, take the clothes out of the dryer and forever cleaning, cleaning and cleaning as she shares her kitchen with her mother.

Her dream is to one day become an interior decorator. Knowing Sophia, she will have that interior decorating business. Recently, I watch with deep admiration as she got totally involved in helping to move me to my current resident. Like clockwork, it was done with precision and with a Sophia touch!!  She find time to give my son instructions and make sure my granddaughter has eaten, clothes and hair is in place for school and homework is completed. 

How fortunate my son must feel to have this wonderful energetic lady in his life—after all, they just celebrated fifteen (15) years of marriage. Happy Anniversary Sophia!!!!