100 Years Old & Still Cooking Beans is a deeply personal collection of poetry, biographies, and photographs created to honor the lives of beloved family and friends.

Each poem is paired with a short biography and a photograph—either black and white or full color, depending on the edition—bringing to life the unique personalities and lasting impact of those who have shaped the author’s world. These stories are woven together with gentle, nostalgic prose and vivid poetic snapshots that reflect faith, perseverance, humor, and grace.

From devoted grandparents and hardworking parents to unforgettable friends and cherished loved ones, the pages of this book capture the spirit of a generation who lived with heart, cooked with love, and left behind a legacy worth remembering.

This book is for anyone who:

• • Wants to preserve and celebrate family history

  • Find comfort in poetry rooted in faith, family, and everyday beauty

  • Enjoys personal memoirs and tributes told through a creative lens

  • Is seeking a meaningful gift for a loved one

Two Editions Available:
🖤 Black & White Edition – Includes multiple photos with each poem and biography, ideal for those who want a
visual tribute in a classic format.
❤️ Color Edition – Includes one vibrant photo per poem and biography, offering a simpler, yet equally heartfelt, visual experience.

I Salute You!
Mary Lorene (Webb) Hamilton
Gerald Rowden Clifft
Mary Francis (Vice) Clifft
Marshall Maxie “Mart” Smith
Bobbie Jean (Glenn) Smith
Gene Demeter
Laura Mae (Wagoner) Glenn
Theodore Hite “Junior” Smith
Victoria Lynn “Vicki” (Allen) Osborne
Janie Auvern (Lawson) Whaley
Voncile “Vonnie” (Hawkins) Stanley
Joy Ring
Alice Startup

Whether you are remembering your own loved ones, preserving stories for future generations, or simply appreciating the beauty of a life well-lived, 100 Years Old & Still Cooking Beans is a book to return to again and again.