The Septic Shoe Or My Little Brother gets the Boot into the Septic Tank After the war we had moved to the state of Washington. Times were hard and it was very difficult for a service man to get a job. So here is a little story about my brother and sisters on the farm.... Continue Reading →
Our Story from Start to Beyond the Grave: Jace*—- is back in town. (46)
Jace 47 My Jace*---- fly’s in today from San Angelo, Texas. I’ve been getting everything ready for his arrival and for us to go to Mammoth, California. It should prove to be an exciting week. We, myself, Angie and her boyfriend Dan, are on our way to pick my Jace*---- up at LAX. I have... Continue Reading →
Our Story from Start to Beyond the Grave: Memories of my Jace*—- as a boy (45)
Since I’ve meet you, my love, I have started to listen to Country Western Music. When I asked you if you listened to Country Western Music you laughed and said, “You mean cut my arm and make me sad songs? No thanks. I did when I was younger, when country was real, with artists like... Continue Reading →
To Know Me Is To Know My Family: The Egg and My Dad in honor of his Birthday (#17)
The Egg and Dad Some of you may have read the book, The Egg and I by Betty MacDonald. For my Mom, Lucille, it was one of her favorites. She often compared life on the farm with the book. Hence the play on words “The Egg and Dad.” My Dad had a playful nature and... Continue Reading →
To Know Me Is To Know My Family: The War is over and a new way of life on the farm for Mom and Dad (#16)
Writing War is over and a new way of life on the farm for mom and dad The war was declared over and Dad was state side. He was now base at Fort MacArthur in San Pedro, California, not far from home. In no time Dad would be at the front door of their home... Continue Reading →
Our Story from Start to Beyond the Grave: A very young Jace*—- brings dinner to his Grandparents table (44)
Today we talked about Jace*---- coming to Cali. Once he is here, we will go to Hollywood. He’s always wanted to see the Hollywood sign. The next day we will travel by car to Mammoth, where we will stay in my sister Alanna’s condo. There is no end of things we will do in both... Continue Reading →
Our Story from Start to Beyond the Grave: Memories from a 4 year old Jace*—- (43)
It’s been about a month since I last seen my Jace*----. Of course, I’m missing him like crazy. I can’t wait until we can be back together again. I’ve been searching my mind trying to figure out how we can get together again. Mean while we continue our phone conversations and our instant messaging through... Continue Reading →
To Know Me Is To Know My Family: Dad’s Time in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (#15)
As previously stated, Dad first cooked at the hospital at Fort Hood, he was then transferred as a Mess Sargent within the same grounds to cook for the officers. It was there that he first met Bob Hope the entertainer. Mr Hope was touring the Fort and lending his support to the soldiers. As he... Continue Reading →
Our Story from Start to Beyond the Grave: A wonderful conversation (42)
I had such an amazing conversation with my man last night. We were on the phone for 4 hours. You may wonder what we could possibly talk about for that long. My Jace*---- is quite conversationalist. He is very knowledgeable, has a bevy of life experiences and very entertaining. What more could one want? He... Continue Reading →
Our Story from Start to Beyond the Grave: The Cookie Man (41)
Here I am back to reality. Things are so peaceful, so happy when I’m with Jace*---- Life is so simple by his side, feeling safe, knowing I am loved more than I have ever been. Its like being swept away into another reality. He is my strength, my protector, my true North. The one I... Continue Reading →
