A Lifelong Connection
Tribute from Barbara Mullins, LLL Leader in Arkansas, August 2004: My dear friend and former La Leche League co-Leader, Vickie Cleveland, died from breast cancer. She was only in her 40’s, and four of her six children are still at home. She was an amazing woman: smart, funny, talented, always looked great, and put her…
Tribute by Sue Cardus, LLL of Coventry Great Britain, submitted 1998. Memories of a Special Friend In January 1993 our Group (LLL of Coventry, England) held a wonderful get-together as the start of our 10th anniversary celebrations. One of the guests of honour was Jane Brown, who was an active Leader in our Group from…
Robert A. Bradley, MD Father of Husband-Coached Childbirth; one of LLL’s early influences (b. 1917 – d. 1998) It seems appropriate that that Dr. Bob Bradley died on Christmas Day. For many of his 81 years, Dr. Bradley had helped make the birth of a child a joyous experience for parents. Each child was a…
Ellen Beurskens, age 48, of Charleston passed away on Friday, September 1, 2000 at her residence. The Funeral Mass celebrating Ellen’s life was held Monday, September 4, 2000 at 10:00 am with Father Joseph Ring presiding and Father Chris Brey, Concelebrant. Visitation was Sunday evening, September 3, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. with a Prayer Vigil at…
Participants at the 2015 Alumnae trip to Charleston, South Carolina honored Judy Torgus, who passed away in 2014. In addition to the “We Remember” ceremony, trip activities included visits to various historic homes, a Sounds of Charleston concert, and a harbor tour out to Fort Sumter. The 63 registrants had a wonderful time connecting with…
64 LLL Alumnae from 24 different states joined in the fun at the 2013 Alumnae Association trip to Albuquerque, New Mexico. Trip participants were thrilled to view beautiful hot air balloons, tour heritage sites, and enjoyed a Native American dance presentation. Meals featured regional food specialties, especially local red and green chile sauces, making for…
On a warm long weekend in November, 49 Alumnae, including 3 co-Founders of La Leche League, participated in various activities on the 2011 trip to St. Augustine. The trip included many opportunities for sightseeing, good eating, and camaraderie. The highlight of the trip was the moving “We Remember” Ceremony held in the Chapel of Our…
From October 30 to November 2, 2008, more than 20 LLL Alumnae convened in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to enjoy historical tours, an orchestral performance, art museums, and lots of time for fun, food, and connecting. For more information about this trip, click here.
Phoebe Kerness was again the experienced tour guide, assisted by local Leader, Nancy Franklin. The Alums traveled by bus, city trolley, and river barge in between walking tours and strolls on the city’s famous River Walk. 34 Alumnae enjoyed the varied trip itinerary, which included the Alamo Mission, a narrated city tour, stops at two…
Under the travel expertise of Alum member, LLL Leader and tour guide for hostels, Phoebe Kerness, 49 women enjoyed a city tour by bus, visiting the historic district, walking tour of historic homes, museums, a theatre production, and group dinner. Phoebe lives in Savannah and added her personal insights to the city’s culture and attractions.