We're watching the Mets & it is disheartening to watch them. The Atlanta team is more exciting & we watch them when the Mets aren't on.
We're getting lots of cucumbers & the tomatoes are starting to ripen & I've picked several.
The wedding last Sun was lovely & JoAnn was a beautiful bride. Her dress was so pretty. An outdoor setting. Then the reception at the hotel on the waterfront. Full dinner. About 75 guests. You should see the parking areas now at Chautauqua -- really enlarged & quite a walk to the gates. And it costs $3e,25 to p ark. Lot of people there & the waterfront is so pretty. I'd never been beyond the Ampitheater.
I've been sending pictures of Eddie when I write letters to the relatives. Stella was glad to get one & I enclosed one in Ruth's birthday card. And Edna has enjoyed getting pictures. I had a nice letter from Edna & she will spend a week at the Jersey Shore with relatives of Wally. One has a 4 bedroom cottage. A week ago we met our friends for lunch (7 of us) & then played miniature golf & I was the only one to get a hole in one & it was a hard hole. Dad came out as low scorer.
We like your swim suit Barbara. Colorful. Do you have a tan? You should see Dale's tan. He was off this past week. On Tues. he was called back to finish a job as the parts had come in & they didn't want to wait any longer. He wasn't too happy but he did it. Was home by 1 pm & he didn't go in til 9 A.M.
Remember Dru Hanna? Well she & her husband are expecting identical twin boys. Already has 3 children & a home that will be too small.
Signe & Geo. called & their house is up for sale. They will move into a
[rest of letter is missing]
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Saturday, July 20, 1991
Dear Andy,
Did you see Sid pitch last Fri. nite. It was on T.V. He did real good for 6 innings & the Mets beat L.A. & Strawberry.
I thought you might like the clown, with a butterfly on his nose, that is on this note paper. Isn't he funny looking.
Tell your Daddy we are real proud of him for being chosen Wi. librarian of the year. You have great parents & we love you all.
We are glad you will be visiting us. We haven't seen Eddie yet and we are anxious to see him & you, Andy, so we can give you big hugs.
Bet you are looking forward to riding on the Airplane and the trip to Florida and Disney World. You'll have fun.
I'm sending you a dollar so you can buy some M&M's when you go shopping with Mom & Dad.
Tell Barbara that Allie, she used to baby sit her & her brother, learned to ride a 2 wheel bike & she is doing so good. She rides in the school yard.
Our love to all.
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Saturday, June 22, 1991
Dad says thanks for the Father's Day greetings - the pictures of the boys are so good - I know we're missing a lot but that's how the ball bounces! The one of Andy on the bed with Paul & Eddie looks like he has a real satisfied smile. His world is great. And Eddie is such a "doll", even if he is a boy. You are very lucky parents.
Today Ed & Gen are entertaining the Swedish Vasa lodge - at their place. Pot luck picnic. I know they've been busy inside & out but I'm sure Edith is helping & maybe Edna as they are members.
The Carey wedding was great. Lar & Kim told us all about it. Figured the dress was in the $1500.00 range. At the country club first they served hors d'oeuvres - expensive ones - caviar, etc. For the meal, which was buffet -- delicious & tender Prime Rib, fresh salmon, etc. About 25 were Lisa's friends, the rest Dr. & wives & important people. Lar & Kim sat with Jack's secretary & her husband. Lisa's husband has 2 sons, oldest is 16, both were there. Paula has a b.f. & is living with him. It must have really cost them a bundle - Mrs. C said they'd have to increase the coffer before there would be another wedding.
We celebrated Kim's birthday & Father's day together as she planned a picnic for her coed group on Fri. She loved your gift Barbara. Mon nite they went to Galen's golf supply & each got a putter as they could turn in their old ones for a rebate plus the sale price so they did OK. I got her another gift - have you seen the mop dolls - Debbie at Penney's Salon makes them & made one for me & it is so cute. Kim had seen one at a friends last week & loved it so was pleased to get one. It will go in their new bedroom.
At the last trustee's mtg - one of the men talked to Lar about the apt. & Lar told them what he'd like to do. He told Lar to go ahead with plans & get an estimate for the board. He said to plan on a furnace too. That really pleased them. The present bedroom would become a dining room & the large room where Mrs C. painted could become 2 bedroom & a bath. They'd have 3 bedrooms & one would be an office. We hope it works out for them. He wants a fellow from Youngsville to do the work & he came to look it over. Lar is busy but has plans in mind.
This Thurs. the 27th we meet Warren & Anna again at Cook's Forest & go out to eat & then playminiture miniature golf (decided to look up the correct spelling).
Dale says he's taking the 2nd week of July as vacation. No plans.
Tell Andy I'm crying because the Mets are in 3rd place & they can't seem to win when they need to. Sid should be back in a couple of weeks.
Rijo did a foolish thing for the Reds by stealing (trying to) 2nd & breaking his ankle. It will be Pitts. vs. L.A. in the playoffs. Dale is happy.
Dad plays 9 holes of golf twice a week with Don from Jamestown.
Erie is having its problems with random shooting from cars - rival gangs.
In today's paper a couple were camping out at Heart's Content & they were shot at. They are investigating the matter.
The neighbors (at Conewango) are having a yard sale. Guess they plan only to have 2 children as baby things were for sale & not just clothes. Larger articles in the nursery.
Guess I've rambled enough.
Sat nite P.S.
Rose stopped by & talked with us on the porch. Karen & Rick sold their house & will move in July. They got the price they wanted. Rose said Segals are the riches people in Warren. Rick has been there a year now & he'll get a raise. I didn't realize Elliot S. was married & is expecting a child. But he didn't marry a Jew so they won't recognize the child. Rose said the junk yard makes a lot of money - no one else could keep up with their business. Rick was lucky to get the job - they approached him as Mrs. S. worked with Rick on borough council. Rick & Karen are in Montreal this week on vacation.
A single woman bot the house & she wanted papers signed before their vacation. She teaches in the nursing dept. at Jamestown Community College. House only on the market 2 weeks.
We're eating lettuce from the garden. Lettuce has been expensive so decided to use garden lettuce & save. Goodby again!
Today Ed & Gen are entertaining the Swedish Vasa lodge - at their place. Pot luck picnic. I know they've been busy inside & out but I'm sure Edith is helping & maybe Edna as they are members.
The Carey wedding was great. Lar & Kim told us all about it. Figured the dress was in the $1500.00 range. At the country club first they served hors d'oeuvres - expensive ones - caviar, etc. For the meal, which was buffet -- delicious & tender Prime Rib, fresh salmon, etc. About 25 were Lisa's friends, the rest Dr. & wives & important people. Lar & Kim sat with Jack's secretary & her husband. Lisa's husband has 2 sons, oldest is 16, both were there. Paula has a b.f. & is living with him. It must have really cost them a bundle - Mrs. C said they'd have to increase the coffer before there would be another wedding.
We celebrated Kim's birthday & Father's day together as she planned a picnic for her coed group on Fri. She loved your gift Barbara. Mon nite they went to Galen's golf supply & each got a putter as they could turn in their old ones for a rebate plus the sale price so they did OK. I got her another gift - have you seen the mop dolls - Debbie at Penney's Salon makes them & made one for me & it is so cute. Kim had seen one at a friends last week & loved it so was pleased to get one. It will go in their new bedroom.
At the last trustee's mtg - one of the men talked to Lar about the apt. & Lar told them what he'd like to do. He told Lar to go ahead with plans & get an estimate for the board. He said to plan on a furnace too. That really pleased them. The present bedroom would become a dining room & the large room where Mrs C. painted could become 2 bedroom & a bath. They'd have 3 bedrooms & one would be an office. We hope it works out for them. He wants a fellow from Youngsville to do the work & he came to look it over. Lar is busy but has plans in mind.
This Thurs. the 27th we meet Warren & Anna again at Cook's Forest & go out to eat & then play
Dale says he's taking the 2nd week of July as vacation. No plans.
Tell Andy I'm crying because the Mets are in 3rd place & they can't seem to win when they need to. Sid should be back in a couple of weeks.
Rijo did a foolish thing for the Reds by stealing (trying to) 2nd & breaking his ankle. It will be Pitts. vs. L.A. in the playoffs. Dale is happy.
Dad plays 9 holes of golf twice a week with Don from Jamestown.
Erie is having its problems with random shooting from cars - rival gangs.
In today's paper a couple were camping out at Heart's Content & they were shot at. They are investigating the matter.
The neighbors (at Conewango) are having a yard sale. Guess they plan only to have 2 children as baby things were for sale & not just clothes. Larger articles in the nursery.
Guess I've rambled enough.
Sat nite P.S.
Rose stopped by & talked with us on the porch. Karen & Rick sold their house & will move in July. They got the price they wanted. Rose said Segals are the riches people in Warren. Rick has been there a year now & he'll get a raise. I didn't realize Elliot S. was married & is expecting a child. But he didn't marry a Jew so they won't recognize the child. Rose said the junk yard makes a lot of money - no one else could keep up with their business. Rick was lucky to get the job - they approached him as Mrs. S. worked with Rick on borough council. Rick & Karen are in Montreal this week on vacation.
A single woman bot the house & she wanted papers signed before their vacation. She teaches in the nursing dept. at Jamestown Community College. House only on the market 2 weeks.
We're eating lettuce from the garden. Lettuce has been expensive so decided to use garden lettuce & save. Goodby again!
Monday, April 25, 2011
Monday, May 20, 1991
Happy Fifth Anniversary - we know it has been a wonderful 5 years with 2 wonderful sons. Such cuties they are.
I planted marigolds by the side of the house, impatients by the garage & geraniums in the planter. But the planter needs something more. We get the flowers at Hatch Patch & they do a good business. They added flowers last spring. The strawberries are full of blossoms.
We enjoyed the flowers you sent for Mother's Day. Thank You.
Did Andy get his shirt - Met shirt, that is. Chose a different style so I hope that is O.K. Eddie didn't get anything - was tempted to get him a Met shirt but 12 mo. size was all they had &U I knew that wouldn't fit. And since he's to be a Brewer fan I didn't want to waste my money in case you'd use it as a dust cloth!!!!
Dale has to be in Rochester on Wed this week for a mtg - sent by Shults. Usually it's been Buffalo but they changed it. He'll go Tues nite & stay in a motel. A new experience.
Wed we go to Ridgway & go out to eat with Warren & Anna in DuBois & then we'll play minature golf. See if I can improve my score.
Found a new author Julie Smith "The Sourdough Wars a Rebecca Schwatz mystery. Takes place in San Fran. Just got started & it will be good. She has a new one out. Read a review in Buff. Sun. paper - that's how I got her name.
The pictures of Eddie are darling. I love the one of him on the floor - he's wearing a sleeper I think. Light colored with feet. He's looking up & is so bright & alert.
I planted marigolds by the side of the house, impatients by the garage & geraniums in the planter. But the planter needs something more. We get the flowers at Hatch Patch & they do a good business. They added flowers last spring. The strawberries are full of blossoms.
We enjoyed the flowers you sent for Mother's Day. Thank You.
Did Andy get his shirt - Met shirt, that is. Chose a different style so I hope that is O.K. Eddie didn't get anything - was tempted to get him a Met shirt but 12 mo. size was all they had &U I knew that wouldn't fit. And since he's to be a Brewer fan I didn't want to waste my money in case you'd use it as a dust cloth!!!!
Dale has to be in Rochester on Wed this week for a mtg - sent by Shults. Usually it's been Buffalo but they changed it. He'll go Tues nite & stay in a motel. A new experience.
Wed we go to Ridgway & go out to eat with Warren & Anna in DuBois & then we'll play minature golf. See if I can improve my score.
Found a new author Julie Smith "The Sourdough Wars a Rebecca Schwatz mystery. Takes place in San Fran. Just got started & it will be good. She has a new one out. Read a review in Buff. Sun. paper - that's how I got her name.
The pictures of Eddie are darling. I love the one of him on the floor - he's wearing a sleeper I think. Light colored with feet. He's looking up & is so bright & alert.
Friday, April 22, 2011
Thursday, February 14, 1991
Thanks for your valentine and letter, Barb. It is always nice to have a letter and hear what is going on. I'm typing as there is quite a lot to say and if I can hit the right letters it will go faster.
Last Fri. we saw the interior of Lar and Kim's property and it is very nice. There was a leak in one corner so Larry was patching that up. He took off the paneling, took it home, rubbed it down and put a finish on it. He was working on that when we were there. I brot out coffee and cookies so he took a break. Kim had been there but she had to leave as she is helping at the YM with the gymnastic program. He got a corner shower stall on sale but won't get to working on changing the bathroom til next fall. Future plans are to enclose the larger porch, put in picture windows and have like a Fla. room off the kitchen. It would give them a lovely view. He has lots of ideas but they will take time to put into action - time and money.
GOSSIP - Sharon Keefer (they were at the Memorial Day picnic) told Kim that her husband left her. Said she was getting to nag, etc. and he wanted time away. Said there is no other woman. Guess it was quite a shock to Sharon.
Remember the girl Kim mentioned replied to an ad for a nanny. She had 3 interviews but they didn't appeal to her so she is babysitting and waiting. She sits for Dorn's and she told Kim that Dorn's really miss you. This gal was asked by New Process to come in for an interview as they are opening a business in Japan so if that works out she will probably take it.
We got our Sears catalog, in fact we got 2 but we took one back to the store. Don't see anything special that I'd like, altho there are some nice things in it.
Next Mon. we get eye examinations and will get new glasses, frames, etc. Think I'll get sun glasses also.
Before long I will have all my squares (63 needed) made for the afghan so I have held off making them as we usually have to wait to see the eye Dr. and want to have something to do so I have been putting 500 pc. puzzles together and enjoying that. Still watch a lot of CNN and war news. I'm addicted to it.
Last nite was Ash Wed. Service at church and afterwards we had coffee hour and the circle I'm in served cake and coffee. It was nice and now we are relieved that we can just enjoy the coffee hour after the service from now on. Rose S. brot a choc. cake with a special frosting - a recipe she got from Jim's wife - and she said she would bring the recipe to circle next week. It's really rich and delicious.
I can't mail this letter until tomorrow as Dale's picture should be in the paper. Yesterday he received a Seiko mantle clock from work and has his picture taken with sales rep. Reason 5 years as Master Technician. His name is on the clock - D. P. Nelson and it also has 5 years Master Tech. on it. He's getting more things for an apt. and I asked him when he was going to get one. He said he'll put the clock back in the box and store it. But until Lar and Kim come next Tues. I put it on the Mantle and we want to get a battery for it so we can hear the tone. It should strike on the hour and maybe more. We didn't know anything about it but last nite Jack Hoffman mentioned to Dad that he'd been at Shults and said Dale was getting some kind of an award and the newspaper photo. was there. We're always the last to know. Dale said he was told on Mon. about it.
This a.m. I cleaned out the closet in the little room and put a lot of the yarn in a bag for the Salvation Army. Right now we have quite a lot to bring over there.
Been reading library books. If Tomorrow Comes & Windmills of the Gods by Sidney Sheldon and enjoyed them. Have Nightwork by Irwin Shaw to read.
Weather not that good this week but last week we got several walks in.
Better bring this to an end. We are all fine here and send you all our love.
P.S. Sat AM. No picture in paper yet. Will send it in next letter. W. Hollertz called & he had to come to the dentist in Wrrn so we're meeting them for lunch at Noiban's. I'm fixing the turkey Dale got (2nd one) for supper & invited Lar & Kim so we'll play our favorite game - "Categories".
We have more snow - at least 6"-8" & it's cold. Suppose to warm up next week.
Ed Ryberg is home from the hosp. Paul is home - taking sabbatical.
Last Fri. we saw the interior of Lar and Kim's property and it is very nice. There was a leak in one corner so Larry was patching that up. He took off the paneling, took it home, rubbed it down and put a finish on it. He was working on that when we were there. I brot out coffee and cookies so he took a break. Kim had been there but she had to leave as she is helping at the YM with the gymnastic program. He got a corner shower stall on sale but won't get to working on changing the bathroom til next fall. Future plans are to enclose the larger porch, put in picture windows and have like a Fla. room off the kitchen. It would give them a lovely view. He has lots of ideas but they will take time to put into action - time and money.
GOSSIP - Sharon Keefer (they were at the Memorial Day picnic) told Kim that her husband left her. Said she was getting to nag, etc. and he wanted time away. Said there is no other woman. Guess it was quite a shock to Sharon.
Remember the girl Kim mentioned replied to an ad for a nanny. She had 3 interviews but they didn't appeal to her so she is babysitting and waiting. She sits for Dorn's and she told Kim that Dorn's really miss you. This gal was asked by New Process to come in for an interview as they are opening a business in Japan so if that works out she will probably take it.
We got our Sears catalog, in fact we got 2 but we took one back to the store. Don't see anything special that I'd like, altho there are some nice things in it.
Next Mon. we get eye examinations and will get new glasses, frames, etc. Think I'll get sun glasses also.
Before long I will have all my squares (63 needed) made for the afghan so I have held off making them as we usually have to wait to see the eye Dr. and want to have something to do so I have been putting 500 pc. puzzles together and enjoying that. Still watch a lot of CNN and war news. I'm addicted to it.
Last nite was Ash Wed. Service at church and afterwards we had coffee hour and the circle I'm in served cake and coffee. It was nice and now we are relieved that we can just enjoy the coffee hour after the service from now on. Rose S. brot a choc. cake with a special frosting - a recipe she got from Jim's wife - and she said she would bring the recipe to circle next week. It's really rich and delicious.
I can't mail this letter until tomorrow as Dale's picture should be in the paper. Yesterday he received a Seiko mantle clock from work and has his picture taken with sales rep. Reason 5 years as Master Technician. His name is on the clock - D. P. Nelson and it also has 5 years Master Tech. on it. He's getting more things for an apt. and I asked him when he was going to get one. He said he'll put the clock back in the box and store it. But until Lar and Kim come next Tues. I put it on the Mantle and we want to get a battery for it so we can hear the tone. It should strike on the hour and maybe more. We didn't know anything about it but last nite Jack Hoffman mentioned to Dad that he'd been at Shults and said Dale was getting some kind of an award and the newspaper photo. was there. We're always the last to know. Dale said he was told on Mon. about it.
This a.m. I cleaned out the closet in the little room and put a lot of the yarn in a bag for the Salvation Army. Right now we have quite a lot to bring over there.
Been reading library books. If Tomorrow Comes & Windmills of the Gods by Sidney Sheldon and enjoyed them. Have Nightwork by Irwin Shaw to read.
Weather not that good this week but last week we got several walks in.
Better bring this to an end. We are all fine here and send you all our love.
P.S. Sat AM. No picture in paper yet. Will send it in next letter. W. Hollertz called & he had to come to the dentist in Wrrn so we're meeting them for lunch at Noiban's. I'm fixing the turkey Dale got (2nd one) for supper & invited Lar & Kim so we'll play our favorite game - "Categories".
We have more snow - at least 6"-8" & it's cold. Suppose to warm up next week.
Ed Ryberg is home from the hosp. Paul is home - taking sabbatical.
Monday, April 18, 2011
Friday, December 28, 1990
Thanks for the pictures of Eddie. Did you get a card from Bertha C. Nelson - she called for your address after the announcement in the paper. Eddie looks so nice -- give him a hug & kiss from us - give Andy hugs & kisses, too.
Lar & Kim came for 10 A.M. breakfast on Christmas. Then we opened gifts. Thanks so much for the game & everything. In the evening, we played Scattergories - all 6 of us & had a great time. Dale enjoyed it, too. Everyone was pleased with all their gifts. I'll make an apple pie tomorrow & use the new pie plate. During the winter I'm planning on homemade soup & pie for dinner. This Sat - chili & apple pie - Barb's wishes. In the aft Kim & Lar left for awhile so she could call her Gram, her sister, & her bro. She got thru to all three O.K. Did Kim surprise you asking for Eddie!
This year Marie Mathis made stockings for Barb & Dale & I ordered one for Eddie for next year. And I never got around to getting an ornament for baby's first Christmas. Maybe I can still find one.
Wed. was my day to have my hair done - Barb went with us & looked around & got a pair of slacks on sale. Dad got some red bows for the tree & I looked around but didn't have that much time. Don't need anything & don't care to start next yrs shopping as some do. Had to return jeans I gave Dale - couldn't fine his favorite Lee's but Carnahans can get them from the Jtown store so I ordered them & took a credit slip. So then I got some ribbon & name cards - 50% off. Our tree is pretty - the red bows add so much to it.
We aren't doing anything special New Year's Eve - there is a football game so we'll be watching that. Sat. Sun. Mon - football on TV.
We had a few inches of snow overnite - Dad & I shoveled this A.M. before breakfast. It was nice out.
Barb is babysitting a lot - she will sit New Year's Eve.
Dad got a ticket for Barb for Jan 14th. You'll have to pick her up in Milwaukee. Leaves from Jtown in early aft goes to Pittsburgh & then to Milwaukee. You'll probably have all details before you read this as we'll probably call this weekend.
Kim & Lar will come for dinner on New Year's Day. Tonite Kim is having 12 for dinner. Decided she wanted to use her good dishes so tonite is the nite. Has only used her good dishes once. Bet it will be crowded with 6 couples. She isn't working this week.
Neither am I - have dusted a bit & done the necessary duties but decided to be on "on vacation". Will clean better when we take down the tree.
All is well here & we all send our thanks.
Sunday, April 17, 2011
Wednesday, December 12, 1990
WE hope by the time you read this letter, the blank will be either Edmund or Lee! [The blank in the salutation.]
Lar bro't over some pictures of their "purchase", I'll enclose them. It should be theirs by the middle of Jan.
We're listening to the Carol disc you gave Dad last Christmas & it's a nice one. Robert Shaw Chorale. Our tree looks so pretty.
I got 2 books by Linda Barnes & I'm on the 2nd one. Also got one by Louis L'Amour - I like his books.
I had Marie Mathis knit stockings for Barb & Dale so we have 4 stockings hanging up. Lar & Kim's, also. And I put in an order for the new baby for next year so yours will all be alike.
As soon as the cottage is theirs, Lar plans to start insulating. The owners own a good piece of property out there & plan to offer lots for homes. It had to go thru zoning & they met today so now things can go forward. Just a formality to go thru. They are getting anxious but won't have the money til Jan.
Barb got a 'body perm" yesterday & it looks nice. I got a perm today.
Got up to 50 today but cooling down tomorrow as a front goes thru. Great weather & we take advantage & walk.
We love our van & Dad is getting used to it. It has 3.3 liter motor, stronger than he is used to; so it took awhile getting used to it. Barb will drive it tomorrow as we want to go to the Mall. Lots of sales but I mostly look now.
Cut pictures out of the catalogue to show you my purchases. I got reckless!
Cards are all mailed but still plan to make more cookies & fudge.
All is well here.
Lar bro't over some pictures of their "purchase", I'll enclose them. It should be theirs by the middle of Jan.
We're listening to the Carol disc you gave Dad last Christmas & it's a nice one. Robert Shaw Chorale. Our tree looks so pretty.
I got 2 books by Linda Barnes & I'm on the 2nd one. Also got one by Louis L'Amour - I like his books.
I had Marie Mathis knit stockings for Barb & Dale so we have 4 stockings hanging up. Lar & Kim's, also. And I put in an order for the new baby for next year so yours will all be alike.
As soon as the cottage is theirs, Lar plans to start insulating. The owners own a good piece of property out there & plan to offer lots for homes. It had to go thru zoning & they met today so now things can go forward. Just a formality to go thru. They are getting anxious but won't have the money til Jan.
Barb got a 'body perm" yesterday & it looks nice. I got a perm today.
Got up to 50 today but cooling down tomorrow as a front goes thru. Great weather & we take advantage & walk.
We love our van & Dad is getting used to it. It has 3.3 liter motor, stronger than he is used to; so it took awhile getting used to it. Barb will drive it tomorrow as we want to go to the Mall. Lots of sales but I mostly look now.
Cut pictures out of the catalogue to show you my purchases. I got reckless!
Cards are all mailed but still plan to make more cookies & fudge.
All is well here.
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