LifeQs

Pat Melpolder

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How has Pat made an impact in your life?

Jana Melpolder
She has always made it clear to make the right decision (which is not always the easiest decision). She has taught us to always be kind to people no matter what - and that has stuck with me my whole life.
Amanda Melpolder
She has always stuck by me, whatever the crazy endeavor, decision (good or bad) and phase I've gone through throughout my entire life.
Marylee Smail
Play a game is the secret. I admire her strong faith and love of family and friends.
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Share a favorite story you have about Pat.

Amanda Melpolder
I don't know if this is my favorite, but I love this one. Aleph was born a few days earlier than expected and before Mom and Dad had arrived. Their train was severely delayed (much hilarity ensued) but they finally arrived to a perfectly calm, perfectly swaddled, sleeping three-day old baby. Although it was late, they snuggled the perfect, perfect newborn before going to bed. The irony was that up until that point the new parents had not yet managed to keep the baby so content, clean and perfectly swaddled. I couldn't have imagined a better introduction.
Marylee Smail
A line down the room can never separate two sister's bond.
SueEllen Speicher
Elderberry Pie is still my favorite pie. Did you know that elderberries (except for old women making wine with it) is considered a weed? Anyway, what a great Mom you are for letting me run half naked in our yard. Spending lots of time in the elderberry bush and then getting to make pies with you. I still remember using the Hoosier cabinet to roll out the dough and then using the extras for the cinnamon swirls. These are very fond memories and although it is hard to get elderberries I still usually find enough to make one pie. (being fully clothed while picking)
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What is the most important lesson Pat has taught you?

SueEllen Speicher
To Bloom where you are planted. You can't always choose certain things in your life but you do the best job you can in your given situation. To use music to help work through life's problems. To care for family even if you are not physically close to them. To love learning and keep asking why.
SueEllen Speicher
To be kind to people. To take time with someone. To use the gifts God has given you to make other's lives better. Bloom where you are planted. To believe in your self. To be confident and know that your opinion matters.