This is the column I had planned to write first. It was the “We’re on our way to Hawaii…” column, “…and guess what it reminded me of…” Then the broken ankle thing happened and I got out of sequence. I’ve gone public with that story, so no need to rehash here. Probably that’s all right […]
Dear Friends, There was a man, a good man who was a son, brother, grandchild, nephew, and uncle, but also a proud husband and father. He was a good friend to all. He was also a brave Elyria policeman. Officer James Kerstetter was killed in the line of duty on March 15, 2010. I am sure […]
Dear Friends, Jack and I were two of many residents who were evacuated from their homes when the gas line ruptured. It was an experience we could live through again but let us hope it will never be necessary. Many times as we have watched the evening news, prayers are said for people who have […]
Dear Folks, When I read the Dec. 29 issue of The Enterprise, I was shocked to see the front page story was about the statue of Baby Jesus being stolen from the manger scene in front of St. Patrick Catholic Church. What? You have got to be kidding me. My granddaughter Dana was devastated by the […]
Dear Friends, On our very first Christmas my true love gave to me, my engagement ring. On our second year at Christmas my true love gave to me a little house on Jones Street, and a baby boy. On our third Merry Christmas my true love gave to me a brand new washer and dryer. On our fourth […]
Dear Friends, Christmas and 2011 are over. The year went by so quickly, my fastest year yet and with it the most changes ever in one year. I may not have liked all the changes but a person cannot stop change from happening; that’s life. Looking ahead, I have hopes and wishes but I also […]
Dear Friends, Is there anyone out there who would like a free Rufus for Christmas? Oh yeah, I’m ready to give that crazy dog away. Please don’t tell Jack as he would be devastated with this news. Since the weather has now turned more winter-like the dog has shown some very weird antics. He will not […]
Dear Friends, Here is an update. Our last day of work is two weeks away. We will come home to paint and paint some more. Then return to Illinois after Labor Day and meet the movers. Yes, you heard me; we will meet with the movers. I cannot even relay to you the feelings in […]