Morning Caroline,

I was very much drawn to the title...since we have a similar tradition. Aside from different stepping stones for each member of the family, we have them for dearly departed pets. And two years ago, as part of my Nonni's 100th b'day celebration (she's still going strong at 102, thank GAWD!), we made a Rose Garden (her name is Rose) of stones. We used a lot of reflective stones, etc., b/c the intent was for her to be able to look down at them someday from Heaven. A bit morbid, perhaps, but it was a very moving experience for all of us -- her included....

ANYWAY, I'm sorry, got distracted there. So, I like the hook obviously, but I'm going to have to side with Stan here....we need a little more substance. Yes, specifically about the stones. Maybe describe the first one you made...and then instead of leaning towards how the group expanded seemingly at your parental home, maybe incorporate how you introduced this tradition in your own family. Maybe using the same words, "Kids, go put some old clothes on"....

Just some food for thought. But I'll be sure to follow this one along. It has sentimental value for me too!

Good luck,
Beth

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