Our Family Smiles Together is a heartfelt memoir that weaves one woman’s personal journey into a rich portrait of family, heritage, and love.

Born an only child in Paterson, New Jersey, Lenore Livingston grew up surrounded by cousins, traditions, and the lively stories of immigrant grandparents who built lives of resilience and faith. From childhood memories of skating lessons, summer camps, and Saturday matinees, to the joys and challenges of raising three children and cherishing seven grandchildren, Lenore reflects on a life shaped by deep roots and lasting bonds.

These short, vivid stories—sometimes humorous, sometimes poignant—are written with honesty and warmth. They celebrate the small moments that matter most: a grandfather’s quiet strength, friendships that last a lifetime, the thrill of a first car, and the delight of watching grandchildren find their own paths.

More than a memoir, this book is a keepsake—a way for Lenore’s children and grandchildren to know her more fully, and for readers everywhere to be reminded of the power of family, memory, and connection.

Our Family Smiles Together invites us all to pause, reflect, and treasure the stories that bind generations together.