Marbles In A Fishbowl
A novel by Kathy Lamsargis
Grandparents hold the keys to the mysteries of the past. They carry the treasures of stories and times long gone, of secrets and family histories. Weekend visits and summers on the Mississippi with their grandparents, Jane and Roy Bode, shaped the lives of Kathy and Karen. They uncovered surprises, learned to fish and bake, and created memories that would sustain them for a lifetime. Marbles in a Fishbowl invites readers to journey through time and experience the vivid moments of a bygone era against the rich backdrop of the great river. Grandchildren rarely get a chance to explore the early lives of their grandparents; this book pays homage to Roy and Jane as people and as children.
Marbles in a Fishbowl offers many gems of wisdom and speaks to children and their parents and grandparents. In the back pages, the author shares family recipes and study questions for use with children so readers may build their own memories and come away with a deeper understanding. A profound, abiding love graces the pages of this book, leaving readers with a wistful sense of longing for days on the river with grandparents whose very presence enriches the lives of their descendants.
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About The Author
Kathy Lamsargis grew up in Ferguson, Missouri. In 1980, she relocated to Springfield, Illinois. Over her twenty-year career in the public school system, she taught different grade levels. Kathy achieved a master’s degree in reading, and provided Title services for students at St. Patrick’s Catholic School.
Kathy has always been enthusiastic about reading. Long ago she recognized how important it is for children to have deep and lasting relationships, especially with their grandparents. “Marbles in a Fishbowl” is a tribute to her grandparents, Roy and Jane Bode. She is thrilled to share a slice of their history. Her strong bond with them influenced her life’s mission and dedication to community.
Kathy is a dedicated volunteer at St. Martin de Porres Center, and also assists other non-profit organizations with projects throughout the year. After she joined International Assist Medical Missions (IAMM), she traveled to Haiti and Nicaragua six times to help disadvantaged multi-generational families.
Kathy and her husband George reside in Springfield, Illinois. They have a blended family of four grown children; Tim, Carrie, Betsy, and Sophie. They also have twelve grandchildren; Atticus, Archer, Ricky, Anna, Kate, Tommy, Layne, Demi, Paige, Halle, Issac, and Anderson.
Kathy would like to acknowledge family members who also had wonderful experiences with her grandparents; Dorothy Lee Kleindienst, Steve Bode, Stan Bode (deceased), Karen Recker, Jane Sites, Ed Walch, Joe Walch, and Rosie Burkett.