Category Archives: Flashback Friday

When I think back over my childhood days, I often remember Saturdays with fondness.  Growing up we had only a few TV channels, 3 or 4 I think.  There was no cable so whatever signals our antenna on the roof could pull in, that’s what we had.  One particular channel was our Saturday afternoon favorite.  WVLI, channel 56 from Boston came in like a charm.  So, most Saturdays, after doing our chores, I remember settling … Continue reading →

The middle of August is filled with birthdays in our family.  Today one of my sisters will be celebrating hers.  In this picture she is about 4 months.  Check out the adorable matching sailor outfits my brother and I are in. Next my sweet sister-in-law has her birthday on Sunday.  I just adore her and couldn’t have picked a better SIL if I had tried.  She is such a blessing to us.  This is such a … Continue reading →

My only brother will be celebrating a birthday tomorrow. I wrote more specifically about him last year. It has been so many years since I’ve seen him.  He lives what seems a whole world away and we have lived very different lives so that we hardly even know each other.  One thing that I know for sure is that even with the miles and the limited conversations, I will always love him and I know … Continue reading →

I love this picture of my daughter when she was 2 years old.  She is the picture of a leisurely Southern Lady.  If you look closely you will notice not only is she on a float with a swim ring around her belly, but she also has a life vest on.  We didn’t take any chances.  

(Pictures with an ***** are not mine) This is the first vehicle that I have memories of.  Being raised in the 60’s and 70’s this seemed a practical choice for a family with four children.   What other vehicle could everyone have a window seat?   It was great for the weekend trip to Grandma’s and, if the engine blew, it was small enough to change fairly easily, which my dad had to do on … Continue reading →