RIP - Shirlee Feltes 1921 - 2009

Energetic, big-hearted, spry, lively communicator, colorful, (especially PURPLE) hard working, loyal and loving...to name a few of the personality traits Kevin's grandma, aka GG, possessed. As warm memories play in our minds, our hearts are heavy as we grasp the realization that she is gone. I am sure she has kicked her heels up as she reunites with her loved ones in heaven. Her loved ones here will carry with them the loving imprint she made on us over the years we enjoyed her company. We will always think of her fondly, especially when wearing purple.

Three Generations

Had a lovely visit with Sarah in Boston this weekend. She was happy that we came, and especially that we brought Grandma R with us too. Had fun getting to know her roommate Stephanie. (Yeah for the IWFL!) We enjoyed burgers in Cambridge, and great Italian at G'Vanni's in the North End, worshiping in Teele Square, and all the campus activities in between! We love our Sarareeee!! Thanks for being gracious hostesses!

Remembering Rosemary

This morning as I headed down to the barn, I noticed many cars in my late neighbor's yard, and realized today was the Auction Day. Ugh. Knowing that my pack rat son's "Imaginatarium" would appreciate some additions, I woke him up, and we headed across the road. The scene was reminiscent of ants crawling over a discarded food container. I was happy that many of the oil paintings done by Rosemary's mother, who painted prolifically until her passing at 102 yrs old, went to friends and neighbors. I did pick up a few little trinkets that reminded me of the many times we were her "received" visitors. Eric enjoyed exploring the barn built in 1850 that housed a remarkable antique Studebaker Carriage. (See photos) I am glad the auction was held in the month of October - Rosemary's favorite time of year- fall colors, harvest, and Halloween! This day was a good reminder that we are just passing through this world, and we should live each day to its fullest. So with that in mind I'm going to enjoy the sunshine and get some exercise!

OCTOBER brings with it some of my favorite things!

Crisp fresh air, the sounds of combines in the field, pumpkins and mums brightening entry ways, warm blankets for football game viewing comfort, new episodes of favorite sitcoms, minnie chocolate bars EVERYWHERE, an amazing array of colors sparkling in a single tree....just to name a few. What do you love about the season?

Here are some October shots from the present and the past.....

Eric winning the Championship...Speckles - our short-lived crazy dog...the combines running after dark....

and our wacky dear friends - The Kroemers!

HAPPY OCTOBER!!!