Life in 10 Pictures – Steven Allan Long: a first draft
I was blessed to be born to loving parents who grew up in families with rich traditions and lots of loving relatives
Christmas with the Clines – 1959 (my first Christmas)My parents, my dad’s parents and my Great-Grandma Miller
This next picture choice may seem strange – it reflects me “spreading my wings,” in relationships with people and with God!
1979 Presbyterian General Assembly, Kansas City, MO
And now one you might expect from a happily-married man! 🙂
Wonderful wedding day. This picture shows us surrounded by my family and most of my mom’s (Cline) family branch who joined us to celebrate the union and then stay for a week-long Cline Family reunion, a cherished annual event since 1969 [except for pandemic interruption]
And another you’d expect, from the father of two sons – – pleased then for healthy wife and two healthy boys, and VERY PROUD of them now for the wonderful men they’ve become!
Think Cliff is happy to see his mom and new little brother?
We are grateful for our family of four plus loving, caring family members on both sides of the “family tree”
Long Family in 2002 – the three “little boys” born less than a year before…Wiley Family – Christmas 2005
Mission activities have taken me near and far, including this trip to Haiti in 2007 where I met wonderful new folks, including a girl who would become a precious niece!
Haiti mission trip with 5 from U.S. visiting Andy, Anna and Thad to work on water project and other mission/relationship efforts (including meeting Rosemanie for the first time!)
Over a lifetime, living into dying has become a focus, with the guitar as a wonderful companion. Singing as a hospice volunteer joins both…
Hospice of Cincinnati – music volunteer since 2015
As a parent, one hopes to demonstrate mutual love with your partner and see your kids find fulfilling lives of their own. Check! 🙂
