At the age of ninety-one, Leatrice Mae Mitchell Freeman looks back at the life lessons she's learned and imparts wisdom about what's truly important. Her inspirational thoughts reflect a life devoted to God and full of love and laughter.
In Feelings, Leatrice tackles a variety of topics, including friendship, faith, love, graciousness, marriage, frustration, aging, joy, motherhood, and the challenges of growing up. She attributes every blessing in her life to the Creator. For instance, in describing the construction of a church, she ties each step into the lessons the Bible has to teach about unity, righteousness, and redemption. Mrs. Freeman's joy in the Lord and all his creations is infectious. Her faith shines in every word she writes.
Leatrie (also known as (Lee) by her beloved 99 year old husband and (Mae) by family and most friends) opens up about the challenges of caring for loved one with Alzheimer's disease. She captures the feelings of fear and anxiety many Alzheimer's patients feel and reflects on the fragility and sanctity of the human mind.
Feelings is often bittersweet but also celebrates the beautiful moments life has to offer. No matter where you are in your own journey, She encourages you to keep faith alive and honor the "precious gems" in your life.
About the Author: Leatrice Mae Mitchell Freeman is ninety-one years old and living life to the fullest. She loves sharing her writing and memories with friends and family.
Leatrice was born in 1925 in Reynoldsburg, Ohio. After graduating from Reynoldsburg High School, she was later employed at Curtiss Wright and Westinghouse.
In 1965, She moved to California, where she worked at Robertshaw Controls and held several different positions at the plant. Mae, also published and coedited the plant newspaper. In addition, she served as chairperson for the drug and alcohol abuse program of Dominguez Hospital in Long Beach, California.
In 1986, Leatrice moved from California back to Columbus, Ohio, where she met and married James B. Freeman. She formed Nefertiti Temple #1377, which is affiliated with the local BPO Elks Lodge and recently celebrated its twenty-fifth anniversary.
The mother of three children, She enjoys spending time with her family and reading the Bible and Reader's Digest.
