We all have stories to tell, happy, funny, sad. We live them; they make up the fabric of our lives. Sometimes we share them with our friends, families, those we come into contact with each day. Sometimes we choose to write our stories down and let others read them.

This is a small collection of my stories - memories, reflections, and poems written over a number of years which open up some of the 'Reuben-shaped' places in my life.

Reuben was our baby who died before he had a chance to live his life.

I have written in the hope my stories will touch the hearts of anyone who is experiencing their own heartache, sorrow, or grief. May the sharing of myself be a gift to you.