What Legacy Are you Leaving?
Yesterday, my family packed into the car and went on another road trip to visit relatives. This time it was with a heavy heart, in celebration of my Mom’s Aunt, Lib.
Born in March 1926, Lib would have turned 90 next week and she lived independently until the day before she passed away. My Mother’s family are matriarchal and Lib was the last living sister of the Loney family. Her death represents the end of an era and our whole family will feel the loss.
Lib’s last testament was a short memoir of key milestones and turning points in her journey with Christ. You won’t often find me speak of religion, but I was struck by the strength of Lib’s faith. It carried her family through the great depression, 2nd world war, her husband overcome with illness while the children were still young, and the loss of a child and husband.
My favourite story was of Lib being kicked out of the church choir because her black concert dress had a V-neck with sequins and she’d worn make-up! Like my Nana, Lib was never fully dressed without lipstick and earrings, and she was always ahead of her time.
To quote her youngest son: “My family will remember my Mom for her potato salad, but I’ll remember Mom for her rice pudding.” Auntie Lib was an inspiring role model, fiercely independent and loving. She will be deeply missed.
Lib’s rice pudding was never served at family events, but it is my joy to share her potato salad recipe with you »
Do you have a cherished recipe? A recipe you make that reminds you of a loved one? Let me know in the comments and share your favourite recipe online.
P.s. Howard: you sifted flour as a child to remove clumps, husk and bugs, provide more surface area to bind with liquid and fats, and help the dry ingredients mix more easily – especially baking powder/soda.
