Expectations of what was to be seen reflecting off of the smooth surface
of the water trough was not to be. Clear blue-green water, filled to the
brim clearly showed an aged face of a man mystified by a personal image.
Hints of specific features were reminiscent of Father's, the family's
inherited nose, dad's black eyes in furrowed brows and even Mother's
hidden silent humour. Where had the years gone? Bits of recalled
memories drift in and out of the mind's eye, though not in chronicle
order. Dates and years as mixed up as the faces of people at various
stages of life. Faces were familiar though names were difficult to
recall. Dates, years and ages were non existent. The stories were most
prevalent, most vivid with minute details and background facts connected
to others and their stories. Farm animals; their personalities and
stories also intermingled in time frames of Ed's life, maybe more
affectionate than family and close friends. Animals are funny, serious
and emotional.