Comments on: Viola & Joe: A Story of Love, Redemption, Art, and Legacies

By: Rosanna Enns Krahn

Rosanna Enns Krahn — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:18:00 +0000

I read this storyshortly after you posted it, Jane. Have been meaning to leave a comment on it. Have read it a couple of times since then. It is such a totally delightful and entertaining story. In these times when we hear so much about violence, murder, war etc. it is so wonderful to be able to read something like this and know that these wonderful ladies actually exist! The next time my husband and I take a trip out that way we will definitely look up this marvellous place! Thankyou so much, Jane!

By: Delora Silva

Delora Silva — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:10:45 +0000

So cool!!!!!!!! One pretty story and Legacy!

By: Jane Devin

Jane Devin — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:05:23 +0000

Dear Grandma Josefina, You and me on a road trip? Anytime. You’d have to teach me New Mexican Spanish, though — otherwise how could I impress the Tejanas? And to your sidekick Caro — you got me, sister, but you know I have to get you back, right? Mwahahhhaaaa.
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Thank you to everyone for their comments. New Mexico was a blast, and I’ve still got stories to tell, but this was one of my favorite to write. The Sisneros family is truly special. I was blessed to meet them….and I’m pretty sure that Josefina will leave me the baby Jesus in her will now. I’d totally draw a moustache on him.

By: Grandma Josefina

Grandma Josefina — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 22:32:22 +0000

Hola, Tejana.

It’s your “Abuelita, Josefina”. I’m having my granddaughter write this because I don’t see so good and the arthritis is kicking in. My hips are still sore from remembering my days with the ‘cowvoys’. I try to rub Vicks on but I had an itch at the same time and rubbed it where the sun don’t shine. Ay, carrumba! Always remember this, Tejana, your “heeps” don’ lie.

I was so axcited to have my picture on the television, that I almos’ pee my calzones. Hi-jo-le. I’m a movie star now como la Mae West. (she was caliente, before she croak)

Oye, mija. I haf a weekend pass from the casa de shady pines. (pendejos!) Come an’ get me and I’ll ride ‘chot-gun’ with you, in your fancy Chevy Camaro car , como la Thelma y Louise. Maybe we fine us some handsome caballeros together.

Con todo mi carino!
Your Grandma Josefina
(Chicks Rule)

By: Patricia

Patricia — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 20:05:40 +0000

What a wonderful story! Joe’s legacy, in his building and his fun-loving family, I’m sure has given pleasure to so many, and now to us, through you. Great post!

By: Laura Jayne

Laura Jayne — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 06:19:40 +0000

Dear Jane
This story touches my heart on so many levels. To me, it is one of your best pieces of work.
Not because I am in this family(which is a true blessing), but because it reminds me of the beauty each member of any family can bring to our lives. It reminds me to be grateful for the moments in time that are simple, pure, and full of love, laughter and the spirit of being.
You pulled all of this into one simple and yet complex story.
Thank you for reminding us all to take nothing for granted, and relish each moment we share amongst those we love.
I miss you already.
Big hugs and love~

By: Jeanne

Jeanne — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 21:16:53 +0000

Jane – again a wonderful insight into amazing folks out there….thank you. La Mirada looks wonderful!!!

By: Gina

Gina — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:21:49 +0000

Sweet Jane! You came into our lives and like warm butter slid right into our hearts!

Thank you for the heartfelt story! You have a way with words, my dear.

Don’t forget the little people on your way up to the stars! We are rooting for you!

By: Finding America; Finding Dreams

Finding America; Finding Dreams — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:59:45 +0000

[...] her old beat up car, and everything comfortable behind her. She just left New Mexico, after meeting Viola, a mother, grandmother, caretaker of her own mother, and hotel proprietor. Viola is a special [...]

By: Kristin

Kristin — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 07:47:52 +0000

Wonderful stories in this family.

You are really seeing the best of America, I think. Thank you for sharing it with the rest of us!
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