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The first "NAME IN LIGHTS" story is actually about two people, because I did not feel I could do the story about one of them without the other, and because their story represents exactly what this website is all about .... Friendship and love.
I would like to thank BarbK, Happymom26(Kim), Paulette, NSmomof2(Trish) for all their help and input into putting this together. And I would like to thank Lena and Alta themselves for giving me lots of information about each other!
There is that friendship
that cannot always be explained, but only understood and cherished by the two people that share it.
anon
Who knew that a chance meeting in February 1999 on a website called "Canadian Moms Alive" would be the start of a lifelong friendship that not only brought love and healing for two people but which also brought something special that was missing into their lives. Both of these ladies now know what is is like to share a mother and daughter relationship and a bond that will never be broken.
...warm, caring, loving, best friend, daughter, confident, excellent cook, thoughtful.... these are only a few of the words that have been used to describe Alta. She is someone who is so special that there could only possibly be one of her in the whole world. The friendships she has formed on the internet carry over into her real life and become part of her heart where she stores them till the end of time. She has been there through good times and trying times for all her friends.
"AltaK is one of the absolute best all around people I have ever met. We first met on the Internet and then in real life 5 years ago. She has become the daughter I never had. We did an unofficial adoption on her 38th birthday. I love her unconditionally and I know she reciprocates the feelings. We have forged a bond that can never be broken. She has enriched my life so much, just by being there when I need someone. She doesn't hesitate to pick up the phone, day or night, the minute she knows something is wrong or if something good is happening. I know she is there and will always be, when and if I ever need her. She is safely tucked away in my heart for the rest of my life and beyond.
If AltaK knows someone is in need, she is the first one to help, with no strings attached. I have been in Alta’s house when she has taken food from her own cupboard and given to someone in need, she has given clothing, she has also taken the time to go out shopping and find items that others want, package it up and ship it, sometimes at her own expense.
AltaK is just one awesome lady.
Love you sweety and I will see you soon for a real life hugg.((((((((((Huggs)))))))))))Mom." Lena (mom)
"Well as you may or may not know ... I met Alta through the internet on Aug 2/1999 and that day changed my life.
From the time we met we "clicked". We were at ease with one another, we could laugh at each other and ourselves without taking offence. We shared the same layed back attitudes in regards to our children and our families.
It was just over a year that I had known Alta that I suffered a nervous breakdown and was hospitalized. It was during this time that I realized how much Alta meant to me and me to her. My own husband abandoned me during that time (not physically but emotionaly and mentally) and my mother, try as she might, simply couldn't cope with seeing her own daughter so frail and in such a hopeless place. Alta however was there for me EVERY SINGLE DAY. She was a home daycare provider at the time and after her dh got home from work and the family was fed, she'd head over to the hospital to stay with me for 3 or 4 hours. She did this EVERY SINGLE DAY. She was my rock. Slowly, I started to laugh again and I'd have to literally kick her out of my bed at night and make her leave!
After that and months of therapy, my marriage slowly started to unravel. The ONLY person I could turn to on my down days was Alta. She NEVER judged me, she listened, encouraged me at times and she told me when I was being an ass other times.
She has ALWAYS "had my back" so to speak and she has a uncanny way of just "knowing" when your down. Even if I haven't told her and I'm having a rough week all of a sudden the phone will ring or there will be a knock on my door and Alta will be there!
She's my bestest friend in the whole wide world!" Barbk
"I can't tell you how grateful my family is to Alta and her fantastic recipes!!! While she was a daycare provider for many years, she offered up the best advice to us daycare ladies. Alta has made so many life changes and passed through each change with grace and dignity! A wonderful mother, a loving wife, true friend and uplifting part of the TP community. I'm so glad to have been lucky enough to cross paths with her and I would love to see her recognized for her dedication to her firends and the TP community. Alta, luv ya hun, you are the best and beautiful through and through!!!!
Thanks again" Happymom26(Kim)
"This gal never ceases to amaze me
She knows me so little, meeting me one time IRL and has made sure to keep in touch with me ever since!
Even sending me ecards for no reason other than to say hello.
She deserves this award!
Way to go Alta" Paulette
"I think she is a very loyal friend, sticks up for what she believes in, is very helpful and always has the recipe you may need!" Trish (NSmomof2)
... Loving, loyal, caring, thoughtful, mother, friend, dedicated, strong, special.... just a few words to describe Lena, "The Rock of the Atlantic"! .... sorry Lena, had to throw that in there seeing as you are from Newfoundland. ;-) Lena has travelled across Canada to meet the people that she has built a relationship with over the years through the internet. Each and every person who has met her has been touched by her kindness and open heart. She is truly blessed with a loving, kind nature and the heart of a mother.
"There is so much I can say about Lena. I have known Lena for 6 years now and she is the Glue that holds everyone together. Lena isnt afraid to speak her mind and put you in your place but in a good way.
She is always there for her family and friends and everyone loves her.
Recently her hubby Cecil suffered heart problems and do you think that ever stopped her, NO not at all. Not only was she there for her hubby But her Grandson was also in an accident and she was there for him as well.
5 years ago I suffered a breakdown and Lena was there for me, even though it wasn't in person she made damn sure that Barb checked on me and she always emailed and called me and made sure my dh Rob was taking good care of me.
2 Years ago Lena flew up here from Newfoundland with Sherry (from BC) to surprise me for my 38th Birthday., WOW what a surprise that was to me. Not only did they surprise me but Lena adopted me as her daughter (well as officially as we could) as she is the Mother I never had and will always hold that special spot in my heart.
No matter what the problem is, if you call, email or write Lena you will get a reply no matter what, and if she isn't able to help you she will damn well make sure she finds someone or something that can.
Lena is a dedicated Nurse, Grandmother, Mother, Wife and Friend and if you are ever lucky enough to meet this woman you will never forget her as she is as rare and special as they come.
I Thank God for sending her my way, Lena i love you Mom! " AltaK
Ahhh..Lena. Where to start. I have known Lena online for a number of years now. And have met her IRL a few times. She's kind and caring, honest and a wonderful friend. I think the world of Lena. NSmomof2
These ladies are truly very special and very lucky to have found each other. I, for one, am truly inspired by their love and friendship and thankful that they have shared so much with us all.
Thank you ladies, for both being who you are and touching our lives.
The following are links to website that Lena and Alta have made dedicated to each other. They are truly special.
ALTA'S WEBSITE
LENA'S WEBSITE
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