My name is Murray J. and this is my first entry to my blog.

 

I was born in late June 1954 in Nova Scotia. My father was in the Air Force. I have 4 brothers and 1 sister. My eldest brother Gordon passed on in Sept 09 in Ottawa Ontario. He died of a brain tumor he battled for 15 years. His life now plays out thru memories imprinted on my soul. I can honestly say, I have a new angel.

 

We are a very close family that survived physical and mental abuse from our father. He was removed from our lives by court order in 1964, I was 10. Damage was done to all.

 

My Mother who endured most of the abuse was a deeply spiritual lady who helped us all to rely and put our faith in God. She lived her life by example on a higher understanding and calling to respect the gift of life and the importance of everyone and everything with its meaning and purpose. Of course boys will be boys and it took years before realizing her lessons and influence. Since she passed in 1986, I have felt her presence as an angel helping and guiding me, everyday.