Where Were You Born?

Several years ago, I drove several times to Hot Springs, Arkansas, the hometown of my early childhood days, to gather history and information for a novel, and the canvas of my walk took on new meaning when a family secret was unearthed.

I discovered that my mother gave up a daughter for adoption as a young teen. And as I processed this news, my book research added a new layer, including the discovery of my half-sister. The walk became a treasure in my journey. One of sadness. And loss. But also hope.

Because I would never meet her, as I learned that she had passed away.