Birth date: Oct 27, 1957 Death date: Jan 2, 2026
When my parents had moved to Little Rock, AR, my parents bought me a ticket to see them at Christmas. Shirley and her friends gave me a ride to the airport. To make sure I was truly embarrassed, while waiting to collect my ticket, Shirley and company sang Christmas carol after Christmas carol. It was embarrassing, but unforgettable.
When I was in high school, East San Diego Presbyterian church had summer activities to keep us occupied. Beach trips were always a part of that. Teasing back and forth was always a part of Shirley and my friendship. I don't know what I said, but I found myself (lanky @ 6 ft.) being chased by a pixie in a bathing suit. I went further out walking than she could swimming, and I remember carrying her back in. We were never close, but that is one of my favorite memories.
