betty lorraine swisher (1920-2005)

Betty Lorraine Swisher. Truly the love of my life and my greatest inspiration. I loved her passion for everything -- her passion for life, her friends and her family.

I was in 8th grade when my parents divorced and I moved to my grandparents home in Parkersburg, W. Virginia. My grandma helped raise me and had a huge influence on my life. When I got out of line she was the first person to get me back on track. She wanted me to be the best I could be.

I am blessed to have had the kind of relationship we did. What a privilege! When we lost her to brain cancer in August of 2005, I had her initials tattooed on my chest, so that she is always near my heart. I love you Grandma.