This is a terrific story and it brought back so many memories. My mom left Germany as a young woman to marry my dad who had immigrated to the U.S? They settled in Nebraska, didn't speak English, and lived in a sod house with no basic conveniences, unlike her home in Germany. She had six children and like so many moms, made everything homemade. I always admired her determination and never feared hard work. I only hope I've passed along these qualities to my children.

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