Category: Family


Two Special People in My Life

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My Wife on the Left With Her Grandson’s Dog, Shadow/My 94-yr-old Mother on the Right

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The Hochstetlers!

I decided not to overload my blog with photos, of all the many friends we have around the world!  We cherish all our friendships!!

Let us be grateful to people who make us happy, they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom. Marcel Proust

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Seeing these neat boxes for Bocce Balls, brought back many memories! Back in the 80’s or maybe it was the 70’s, the first time I saw this game being played in San Diego! I remember enjoyed a pleasant walk with balmy temps, watching the sailboats, and watching some people playing Bocce. Years later, I did play this game with my Grandsons! It will be interesting to see whether France or Croatia will win the World Cup today! What are some things that are nostalgic for you?  Have a great day!

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My grandson knows I love Cha! I suspect most every day for 7 years, I had at least one cup of cha, while in Bangladesh. At my grandson’s grad party it was being offered as one of the hot drinks!  If I would have shut my eyes, I could have imagined myself in Dhaka. It was a similar feeling I had when eating the delightful chicken curry, my daughter-in-law prepared for the party! I confess, I stayed away from the delicious assortment of cookies my dear wife baked, though I indulged in the cheese and meat she so nicely arranged on a plate! And the spicy hot cheese ball was excellent! The loaves of French my wife baked were also a hit, of course with different choices of jam, including strawberry.

Open Mouth, Insert Cupcake

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Mama’s Hands

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Thirst quenched for now, during haymaking day !

Happy Father’s Day

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Proud Father with Son on the day, honoring Fathers!

It was a busy day, but couldn’t resist this post, even though it was belated! 🙂