The anniversary is approaching and I am feeling a bit raw. I’m surprised at this. I keep reminding myself of the full life she lead, of how it was her time to go and of how it’s ok to feel sorrow but I can focus on those good, sweet memories as well. But I just…
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April A-Z: Nickelodeon
I have fallen behind on the challenge, but that’s ok! “Blame Naw’lens.” New Orleans Vacation SNL Yes, we try our best to never be those people, but I can blame our New Orleans vacation for the reason I have not been posting. It has been a bit uneventful but very relaxing. Anyway, here is the…
June, 1940: Taunton
I’m not sure if I shared with you that the choir Babu is a part of had a trip planned around a concert in Taunton, MA. It looked as if Babu would not be able to attend due to her attendance at rehearsals: Monday, June 24th, 1940 I don’t think I can go to Taunton…
A Day in the Life, 2018, and Another Month from 1940: Part Six
Now, night time is when the fun begins. Adam is usually home around five and we spend as much time as we can in the garage. For him, it is his home away from home and for me, it’s the place right next to my garden, and him. Sometimes the house gets oppressive. Sometimes we…
Help! Can you suggest song titles?
Hello everyone. Some of you know this already, but Babu is turning 100 in March! We, of course, are having a whopping party and I am going to make a video slide for the special event. When I make videos like this I like to choose three songs and that’s where I need your help. …
The Reluctant Gatekeeper
In a way, I have become the gatekeeper of Babu’s memories. I don’t relish the responsibility. On her own, her memories both have abandoned her and hold her hostage. There is a lot she can no longer remember and even less she talks about and focuses on. Some things she obsesses about. One thing in…
The Most Frightening Thing I Ever Read
The most frightening thing I ever read is the scene in Black House, Written by Stephen King and Peter Straub. Some bad ass bikers jump on their hogs and head out to the haunted house, yes, the Black House mentioned in the title. But this house has a defense. They are mostly through the woods…
The Donkey Serenade
Twice in January, 1938 Babu talks about “The Donkey Serenade” after going to see the movie Firefly. Wednesday, January 5th, 1938 Missed school tonight and went to see “Firefly.” It was magnificent. I can’t forget the “Donkey Serenade.” Wilkelmina Kuzdzal and I sat together. Jaime gave me a ride home and asked to me to…
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