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Happy Thanksgiving

After a wonderful day with all of my family, I realize just how wealthy a man I am.
Diana and Edwin were here, along with Katie, Brian and Anthony. David and Jenny and of course Mary and I. Lots of food, laughter and planning the 4am shop along. I have been given more by God, than any man could ask for.
Love to all,
and
HAPPY THANKSGIVING
Love, Pappy

Monday Night 11-19-2007

As with others, I too am guilty 0f not keeping my blog up to date. Mainly because I don't have much to share that is original. Katie and Diana pretty much cover the pictures and the news of the kids and I just try to throw a few words out every once in awhile.
Mary & I went to hear a speaker at church last night, Dr. Paul Covington spoke on the history of the begining of the catholic (and Catholic) church. Readings from Timothy, and others, that refered back to before the New Testament was written. Extremly interesting and eye opening.
We also had supper with Diana and Edwin tonight. Even after my being around my own children our oldest Grandson Anthony and dozens and dozens of other children, I am so amazed at how Edwin is progressing. And, of course, he loves it when I sing to him. :-) I am so blessed to have such a wonderful family. Speaking of family, David and Jenny fly into Myrtle Beach tomorrow night to be here for Thanksgiving. They will spend Tuesday night with Diana, Ed and Edwin in Supply, NC and then come up to Wilmington on Wednesday. I haven't seen Dave and Jenny since last Christmas. I do miss them so much.
Some of you may understand this next comment, and some may not. However those that know will understand.
In all families, and between people, there will be times of misunderstanding, conflict and disapoinments. This Holdiay season I want to remind myself and all others that there is nothing that we can not work through with the guidance of Jesus. Forgiveness, understanding and being thankful go a long long way. We all make mistakes and we are all forgiven by God.
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving. I know I will.
God bless you all.
Love,
Pappy

A weekend away

Mary and I took a trip this past weekend to the foot hills of the Smokey Mts. (Hickory, NC) We were attending a wedding for the Daughter of some friends (Steve and Lori Ormand)that I have known for over 30 years, and Mary lived across the street from the familyback another 50 or 60 years.. (Just kidding). Any way, their Daughter Lisa met this guy at Disney World in Florida when doing an internship during college.

Proud Papa Steve with Lisa

The wedding was very nice, and the message from the Deacon who performed the ceremony was wonderful. I wish I would have asked for a copy of the talk. We would have loved to have shared it with everyone that is married, looking to get married, or... well you get my drift.

Anthony & Lisa

Steve & Lori Ormand Roger & Marilyn Ormand
Lisa's Grandparents

The reception was held at a country club just outside of Hickory. At least I can say that I have been to a Robert Trent Jones course, even if I couldn't play golf there. (RTJ is a very famous golf course designer, just in case you were wondering)

Anyway, a couple of nights away from home, and a ton of beautiful scenery and quiet was to say the least, very relaxing.

Love to all,

Pappy

A few more pics...

Dierdra is a friend of Diana's from work. She came over one night to meet Edwin and share a meal with us.

Anthony at the bat

So anyway....

OK... so I don't update as often as "everyone" says I should. Hmmm.. what's the quote? Oh, I remember.. "Less is more" ;-)

I finally had some pictures developed that I want to share with you. (yes dear friends and family I still use film)

Here is Anthony playing at his first t-ball game. He got a hit and even scored a run. "T-bone" has come so very far from hisfirst day at practise where he didn't understand the game at all. I think he is going to turn out to be a very good player.

For those that don't know, Mary was in Minnesota for a week visiting her Mother, Aunt Hazel and the rest of the "fam". Drama....such drama. anyway, Mary got to spend some time with David and Jenny. Oh, and Otis too. The Dobo's came from Duluth to Dave and Jenny's house for a bit of conversation and laughter.

As for me, I stayed here at the beachworked on the house and enjoyed my Girls and my Grandson's. God is good.

I tried to add a few pictures here at the end of the blog, but alas, I couldn't figure it out, so I will post a few more pictures on an additional post.

Love to all,

Pappy