With Love, Jawn
A Daughter's Memoir
An enduring family memoir set in the backdrop of Canadian history, including the Second World War, the 1950s and 60s. In With Love, Jawn, author Dorothy Willis celebrates the living legacy of her father, John Roland Willis.
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An enduring family memoir set in the backdrop of Canadian history, including the Second World War, the 1950s and 60s.
In With Love, Jawn, author Dorothy Willis celebrates the living legacy of her father, John Roland Willis. As a father, John broke through societal pressures to advocate for his daughter while she lived through polio. As a dedicated teacher and principal, John’s impact on his students rippled throughout their lives. As an artist, John’s paintings showed an exceptional talent that is revered by his family today. From Dorothy’s childhood memories to the poignant moments of her adulthood, this memoir is a tribute to the man who shaped her life and the lives of many others in profound ways. Hope, happiness, and humour emerge from the weaving of their parallel lives with a lifetime of recollection, including photos, family history, and even John’s own diary entries and paintings.
Order your copy by contacting Dorothy Willis at dorothywillis315@gmail.com.
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