Two years ago, I was honored to help Dorothy “Dotty” Jean (Stump) Light published her book, Busy and Blessed: The Memoirs of Dotty Jean (Stump) Light. She passed away in April but first shared her life story with friends and family. During 2017, I helped her husband, Frank M. Light, publish his book, Glimpses of Life: The Memoirs of Frank M. Light. His story tells of growing up in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, where he learned to ski shortly after he started walking. He served in the Army, earned a degree in music education, taught for five years, and opened a music store in Springfield, Oregon. He married the love of his life, and they raised eight beautiful children together. I worked with his daughter, Lise’, to publish both her parents’ books. Here’s what she had to say:

“Our family is tickled silly to have our Dad, Frank Light’s memoirs Glimpses of Life written and completed, and all before Christmas! We are indebted to Julie in making his dream a reality. Without Julie’s knowledge, experience, and dedication, the completion of his memoirs would never have happened. Because of Julie, Daddy’s stories are now permanent and in print for friends and family to enjoy – both for this present generation and the ones yet to come.

“Julie is gifted in her ability to get people to feel at ease, open up and tell their stories.   Her skill in editing and grammar is irreplaceable.

“Julie’s recommendation to use Gorham printing for the project was perfect.  They did an excellent job. Books look great!

“Prior to Christmas of 2016, Julie was also invaluable in helping Mother, Dotty Light, complete her memoirs, Busy and Blessed.  She passed June of 2016. The family and those who knew her are extremely grateful to have what she considered the important riches of her life, written, printed in our possession to cherish.

“Kudos to you, Julie, and thank you!”

Lise’ Buell, Brush Prairie, Washington

Her sister, Amy Light of Vancouver, Washington, said this:

“Thanks so much for all your invaluable help with both of my parents’ memoirs. Daddy loves his book and says he likes it even more as he reads it. He’s looking forward to sharing with his friends and family.”