Bernice Pedersen

Colby, Kansas, USA

Bernice was born in Jamestown, North Dakota on the 10-19-17. Being her mother passed away at the time of her birth, she was adopted by Anna and Joseph Banghart who lived on a farm near Taulkton, South Dakota. They were wonderful parents. I had a great life except I only went through the 8th grade, but we must understand that each day of our life we learn something new and different. I use to be great in acting, in such things as school programs and plays. Also at the clubs around the country, and many other activities.She married Lewis Kiper on November 22, 1942. There were four children born to the union whom are married and gone from home. On January 1st her husband Lewis past away. May 11, 1975, she married Erven Pedersen. He past away August 29, 1977. Since then I have two hobbies, writing poems, crocheting and attending the Senior Progress Center.She has 45 grandchildren and 66 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren which keep her happy and busy.

My Inspiration

I never knew such peace and joy
until I met you.
And now I have enough of both
to last my whole life thru
When sadness fills my heart
As it does now and then
You're always kind enough
To renew my hopes again
I only wish everyone could have
the peace of mind I do.
And the love and joy I've known
Since I've met you.

Remembering Mama

I remember Mama
With her kind and gentle ways
The love and care she gave us
In the Golden yesterdays
She was a charming woman
with an elfin quality
that stamped itself upon your soul
and in your memory.
We didn't have her very long
As she hadn't come to stay.
But the memories she left us
Will never go away.

Thank You Lord

Dear Lord, I truly know
That time cannot change
The glow of the sunset,
The beauty of the flowers,
Nor the color of the rainbow.
Or the sparkle of the stars
in the Heavens above.
Nor the warm special sharing
of two hearts in love.
And I am glad you know
that every day I do my best,
To encourage others to believe in you.
And always be honest and true.
For it matters not if we're rich or poor
We always know you will be there
To give us some of your care.
We understand what you suffered for us
When you died upon the cross.
And now that you're in Heaven above
Thank you for your everlasting Love.