Unwinding Graves

At just over four pounds at birth, and hovering near a hundred pounds as a young adult, all her life Laurie was tiny yet fierce. Growing up in a large family, often without a fixed address, childhood was an adventure for Laurie. With no choice but to try to keep up with her many brothers and sisters, she grew up using her boundless energy to her advantage. It was a time of creating memories.

Throughout her childhood and teenage years, Laurie was afflicted with illnesses and allergic reaction...