Please Note: As of October, 2009 Joyce Conway's email address is changed to joyce40530@yahoo.com
Liar's Club
As you can see this season has already started with the Liar's Club.
Each morning at 8:00 the guys meet at the hall for coffee. They call it a Social Club but I think only the ones who tell the biggest lie can join! "They tell me if anyone tries to tell a lie out they go and are
not allowed to return. What a big one that is! HUH Ladies????
Exercises Started
Exercise class has started already. The class is really small yet. By the first of the year the hall will be filled up with people.
Shirley Atkins usually is there also but today she must have slept in.
Exercise class starts at 8:45 week day mornings. Jessie Riffle leads the class. Come join us and get moving early.
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Shuffleboard Begins
The shuffle courts are mighty slim yet also. Today we had 2 courts. It won't be long before all 8 courts are filled up. We hope to have a great season again this year! So come join the shuffle crowd.
Shuffling is every week day morning at 9:30. John Conway is our shuffle head man. If you have any questions see him.
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We are very slowly getting more people in the park. It seems much slower than normal this year. We have had several deaths in the park this year and several with illnesses. That makes a difference also.
We are planning another Thanks-giving Dinner again this year. The sign up sheet is up, so be sure and sign how many will be attending on your lot number. You do not have to put what you will be bringing.
Just be sure to sign up so I know how many turkeys to order. Then bring your own table service and a covered dish. Yes you do have to put something in the covered dish besides a lid. HA! HA! It seems that we always have a good variety of food. So come and join the lunch at 1:00.
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I received word from Bob Rutter's daughter Cathy that Bob is in Rehab for complications from his poor circulation. They are hoping that the rehab will help him recover. It seems that he developed a sore on his foot and the doctor had scheduled a wound care appointment for him.
Before that happened Cathy was there and when she saw the pain Bob was in she took him to the care center but by that time gangrene had set in. They ended up having to amputate the left leg below the knee and they are now looking into getting him a prosthesis. He will be in Rehab
and when he is discharged he will be going to Cathy's. Bob lived in
our park on lot 147 and then bought over in Central Park II.
There is an e-mail set up for Bob. Cathy will print the e-mails he
gets and take them in to the Rehab Center. The e-mail is : rcrutter1919@tampabay.rr.com . For those who are not online, the address is: Robert Rutter, Consulate Health Care of Bayonet Point, 8132 Hudson Ave Room 602D,
Hudson, FL 34667
Either Cathy or I will try to give you updates. I have given her the web page for the park so she can contact you directly if she so pleases. I know that Bob has been a resident of the park for a great many years so right now he can use a lot of uplifting e-mails from his bingo and card playing buddies. I know that we can perk him up with whatever upbeat messages that you can think of to send.
Thanks a lot, Mary Ann
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We were at a park wide yard sale and happened to come upon some people from Central Park 1 pushing a baby stroller with a baby in it. I thought it was quite strange since there were no children in the park at the time. Low and behold it was Harold and Kay Turner. Not sure if Harold is trying to tell Kay something or Kay is trying to tell Harold something! But what a cute baby they have!!!!!!!
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Just a note to let you know Dads room has been changed to 508W. Same facility, better room mate. Thanks for keeping every one informed. I have printed up e-mails and taken them in to Dad. Thanks again, Cathy
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Hi,
Just want to tell everyone, we might not make it down this winter, We are both having a few Health problems, and will be held up with Dr appointments.
We will keep you posted. Regards George& Shirley Lot 42 11/10/08
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Jessie Riffle had knee surgery Wednesday November 12th. Jerry said she got along fine and is doing real well. He said she in not in a lot of pain and is bending her leg at 80%. Glad she is doing so well.
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Art Bishop had his shoulder rotator cuff operation last week and was back to see the doctor on Thursday and had all of the staples removed.
The operation started out being done arthroscopy, but they had to make a much larger cuts. He is doing some therapy at home but will be getting more in the weeks to come from a therapist. We hope to head south the first week in January.
Snow is due to arrive here this weekend and I am not looking forward to doing all of the shoveling. Oh well I will be just getting in shape for the shuffling. Alinda Bishop
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Don't forget to sign up for the Thanks-giving dinner. It is at 1:00 P.M.
Also if you have not signed up to have your pictures taken for the park directory do so quickly. We only have 16 openings for the December pictures to be taken. If you want some pictures to Christmas gifts they will be back in time for that also. So hurry and sign up otherwise you will have to wait until February.
The park is certainly filling up now. This week several people came in. It looks like Central Park once again.
Soup started this week, Bingo has started and Pancakes are this week also. We are already throwing Darts so come join us. Guys are playing pool and there are always several playing cards every night. So come join in on the activities. Everyone is always welcome!!
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Hi everyone:
We are now proud grandparents of a new granddaughter. Her name is Annika Suzanne and she weighed 7lbs.11ozs and19 1/2" long.
She arrived on November 11th, 2008. Denis, Jennifer and Annika are all doing well.
We are spending as much time as we can before we leave for Haines City.
Our son Denis started back to work yesterday, however, not doing the same job as before.
His hand is doing well but will require more surgery in time, when, we do not know as yet. Hopefully not over the winter while we are gone.
Vince and I are leaving Nov. 28th and looking forward to seeing our second family.
See you all soon.
Love Pauline & Vince
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The craft class made these table decorations for our Thanksgiving Dinner. They will be given away as door prizes. Maybe you will be one of the lucky winners.
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Park Directory
The photos are coming out great for our Park Directory. Everyone seems to be really pleased with their pictures. No one has complained about anything. No one has been high pressured to buy more pictures that I have heard tell of and I have talked to several of you who have had them taken. So if you know of some one who has not set up an appointment to have pictures taken send them to Lot 265 or call Joyce Conway at 863-419- 9332 or my cell phone # is : 765-914-0516. Life Touch will be back in the park on February 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 7th to finish up taking pictures.
*I want to especially thank those who filled in for the cancelations when someone called and couldn't make their appointment. Some of you only had maybe 1/2 hour notice and you still made it for the appointment. THANK - YOU!
Joyce
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*Hi Joyce,*
*They have changed Bob Rutter's room number again. It is now 507W.
From what Cathy said, they are working on getting his stump ready for the prosthesis and are thinking that he may be able to be discharged from the Rehab by the end of December, if all goes well. He has a good attitude and is very co-operative so that will help a lot. I think the
cards and e-mails have been very good for him. Thanks so much. Mary Ann
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It is important to get up on Saturday morning for coffee and doughnuts at the hall. You never know what you are going to see.
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Today at Liar's Club there was a guest. Keith Doughty's son, Kenny, drove him down for the season and they invited him to visit the club.
I am sure he learned a lot today! I hope they didn't warp his mind.
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*TO ALL MICHIGANERS THIS IS WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE TODAY HERE IN BARRYTON 10 INCHES OF THE WHITE STUFF AND MORE TO COME.. I WILL BE GLAD WHEN I HEAD YOUR WAY.. SEE YA, AFTER CHRISTMAS.. SANDY KATZ*
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For those of you who look at the website and are not able to make it down. We have all new white tables and chairs in the hall now. Look how nice it looks.
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It seems like Central Park has a new kind of clothes dryer. It is called a table clothes dryer.
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John and I would like to wish everyone a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! We hope that the economy will pick up and the New Year will be a brighter picture and a Healthier New Year for everyone!
John & Joyce Conway
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Charlie just got word that Scott, their son went back to New York for a check up. He had been taking these pills that cost $1600. a month to shrink his tumors. He found the tumor in his leg has shrunk up and is dead.! The other 3 have shrunk. What a blessing! They would like to thank each and everyone for their Prayers and concerns!
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Meet Scrub and Dub! When you see this outfit coming down the street or maybe the two on the roof it will be Scrub and Dub! What a pair?
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Here's a poem for all those snow birds that haven't gotten here yet.
*It's winter up North
And the gentle breezes blow
Seventy miles an hour
At twenty-five below.
Oh, how I love it in the North
When the snow's up to your butt
You take a breath of winter
And your nose gets frozen shut.
Yes,the weather here is wonderful
So I guess I'll hang around
I could never leave these Northern parts 'Cause I'm frozen to the ground!
Harry Dent
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We had 43 players today for the turkey shoot. It was a really fun day. Maybe next month we will have a few more.
I believe Joan Sponagle is trying to impress the judge!
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It seems as though Santa's reindeer got tired and had to rest! Hope he gets rested up so he can make his run.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
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There must be a bike shop in the park. Ask your friend Dub and he will guide you to it.
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4 of Maurie and Dolly's children surprised them with a visit around Christmas. This was their last supper before heading back North
to the snow country. Come back again!
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We would like to Thank Everyone for all of the Cards, Flowers, and Prayers and everything else that everyone did for us while we were back North for our Mother, Mary E. Nicholson's death. It is so good to know we have such good friends in time of need.
Thanks again. Joyce Conway and Shirley Atkins
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Jan. 12, 2009
Neil Case, Joyce Zimmerman and I visited Bob Rutter on Thursday. He is doing well but the stump of the amputated leg is not fully healed so that they can fit his prosthesis. It is shrinking fine but they will not fit him up until every bit of it is healed. He is still undergoing therapy so that he can relearn balance and to keep his muscles active.
Since they knew we were coming, they did all his therapy in the morning. We were able to have lunch with him in the family room that they reserved for us and after lunch we were able to play some pinochle. I think he really enjoyed that. Since it is such a long drive, he doesn't have many visitors so he can still use some cheering up with a line or two from friends and residents who enjoyed playing cards and bingo with him. No one is sure how long he will be in the Rehab so please say a prayer or two that he heals quickly so he can get out of there. The address is still the same:
Robert Rutter
Consulate Health Care of Bayonet Point
8132 Hudson Avenue Room 507 W
Hudson, Florida 34667
He thanks everyone for all the cards and e-mails and appreciates the thought and concern for his well being. If and when I hear any further
news, I will let you know so you can post it on the web site. Thanks,
Mary Ann
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Jan. 201,2009
We woke up this morning to 29 degrees. On our way to the shower Denise said it was 27 degrees. Either way it is mighty cold for Florida weather. It is only to be a high of 54 today. Well so much for the weather.
On Wednesday afternoons at 1:30 we are having Wester Square Dance lessons in the hall. Come join us and get warmed up!
Square dancing is good exercise and lots of fun besides meeting so many new friends. See you there!
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Our daughter Missy had her two year check up for her breast cancer and it was a good . Now we can have a good time in Florida with her and Scott both in good health. Judy and Charlie Angel 1/24/09
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Talked to Bob Rutter the other day and he said that they are satisfied with the healing and are getting ready to fit his prosthesis. He sounded upbeat. He said that I may give out his phone number for anyone who might want to call and talk to him. It is 727-245-1493 * *He is out for therapy some of the time but let the phone ring 7 or more times so he has a chance to maneuver his wheel chair to reach the phone. Molly has also posted the phone number in the hall for anyone to see who is not online. I know he appreciates every ones efforts on his behalf. Thanks again. Mary Ann 1/25/09
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Some guys wear Pink but still don't look too happy! Is that a shuffle stick or a pitch fork? Who was winning?
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Missy and her father are visiting the park again this year and they have a new member in the family. His name is Moussie.
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Click on pictures to see enlarged view.
Hello Joyce
Ed & I would like to thank everyone for their support, good thoughts and prayers during the past couple of weeks. Now that we are both back in Florida we took time to fellowship and have some fun at the Canadian Breakfast. Hope everyone enjoys these pictures.
Sincerely
Ed & Patty Charles
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Hi we are on lot 229.Had two stents put in.Will be there on the 16th of Feb. Have new e-mail address is crashcat9@comcast.net
Todays high is 17.Very cold. By
Kitty & Joe Carson
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We would like to thank everyone that had pictures taken for the park directory. We have sent everything in for our directory. Hopefully we will have them back before you leave to go back North. If not besure and see Joyce Conway before you leave so she can hold your book for you. Joyce is on lot 265 or give her a call at 863-419-9332. Thanks again for your patience.
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Turkey Shoot Results
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Bob Rutter has now been transferred to:
LaCasa Grande
6400 Trouble Creek - H105
New Port Richey, FL 34653 Phone will be 727-845-0353
He was doing well and was at the point of moving to the next level. Cathy found this place for him. It is closer to her and he will continue to get his therapy at this new location. He will have a room of his own. The family came down and got his bed, dresser, TV, lounge chair and some other incidentals. When he reaches the point that he can handle himself, he will be free to leave the facility. When I last talked to him, before he moved, he sounded very upbeat about the move. He will be eating his meals in the dining room there and is not allowed to cook or eat in his room. When he is ready to go out on his own, he has planned already for a chair and the carrier for it to be installed on his car. He thanks everyone for the messages and prayers and thinks of everyone. He enjoys recalling all the "adventures" that he had in Park I and Park II. When he got to the new facility, he was having trouble with the phone line. They were supposed to replace it. I have not been able to get in touch with him since that move so when I hear more, I will pass it on. Thanks Joyce. Mary Ann
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Bob Rutter update:
Bob's phone is working and he likes his new "home". He has meals in the dining room at a table with three other people. He says the food is good and he is really enjoying it. Guess that means more weight!!!! Warned him not to enjoy it too much for it will be harder to get onto that leg with too much weight. He is now wearing it for up to three hours at a time. He gets therapy three times a week and seems happy with everything. (A big plus) Will be happy to hear from any who would want to call. Sounds like things are moving along for him......it's been a long time so he was ready for a change and a more forward looking mentality. Thanks for posting his updates and for the cards and notes that people are sending. Mary Ann
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Hi
I had my first chemo today and it went well. Found out my aunt had a heart attack and had been airlifted to the hospital in St Cloud where I get my chemo so we went over there to see her and another friend was there to get stints put it also so was kinda long day but home now in my chair for the evening. Weather has been nice and snow going down but we had alot of it in our yard.
Thanks for the email.
Take Care
Bob & Darlene Hanson
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Back In MICHIGAN
Sunshine and 54 today cold to us but its great to be HOME !!!
good flight just over 2 hours and we were home sister Marilyn picked us up at the airport.
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The sympathy of the Central Park residents is extended to Edie Gath whose sister Emma passed away on Wednesday March 25th. Edie's address is :
177 Marshall Street
Tewksbury, MA 01876
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Arrived yesterday afternoon - driving was good, just a bit of fog and rain here and there. Everything fine here and I am back on the job spoiling Cameron - he is here for the afternoon! Enjoyed 2 days with Margie & McKinley Burch in Virginia visiting and playing a lot of Mexican Train Dominoes - Margie & her daughter-in-law Pat humbled both Myron and myself! Will have to practice more over the summer!
Hello to everyone left in the park and see everyone in the fall God willing!
Joan & Myron
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We arrived home Sun. afternoon to temperatures a lot cooler than Fl!!!
Our grass is green and growing, our tulips are up but not bloomed yet and our Jonquil are blooming. Our son and grandson were waiting at our house and what took us 2 days to load they unloaded in 10 min.
Now we have to get it all unpacked and put away We miss all of our Florida family but great to see our other family.
Roy and JoAnn Feldkamp
Lot 228
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Hi to all our friends in CP1,
We got home to northern VT on Wed., 3/31 around 10 AM. Boy, it sure seems cold. Most of the snow is gone. Dalton is not going to make maple syrup this year as the season is already past. We'll miss all our Fla. friends and look forward to seeing everyone next year.
Mary Kay Hunt, Lot 169
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Does anyone know of a Donald Renaud that was here in the park this year. They had their pictures taken and I still have their picture. I have no lot # and the office had no record of anyone of that name. If you know of them please let me know so I may get their 8X10 photo and their park directory to them.
We will be heading North April 11th and I will be changing my email address. I will let you know as soon as I get home as what my email address will be. Joyce & John
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Hi
Just wanted to let you know that we arrived home same and sound on Friday evening. We hit a little rain in PA. but the rest of the trip was great.
Our phone was not working all weekend and therefore no computer.
Hope everyone is doing well and I still find it cold here so can't wait to get back down south. Dave says wait a few months.
Love
Delores & Dave Colwell
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Hi there.
We were sure glad we waited till last Tuesday to head home. We seen the remains of a couple tornado's, flooding and damage from the ice on trees. It was sure good to see all the red bud trees out in Tenn. and Kentucky. All was well when we got home. . Well I hope you have a good spring and will be talking later.
Alinda Bishop
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Hi everyone, We wanted to let everyone know that we are home safe and sound. Had a good trip the whole way and the weather was beautiful the whole way.
Love Kay & Harold
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We are back in Indiana and have our yard work done for the spring. Had to sow some grass seed in spots. I planted my onions and peas Saturday. I love being back home. John on the other hand is still wishing he had another week in Florida. The grand kids are so happy we are back. We have been having one grandson to stop in for lunch during the week. I have been doing some sewing for 2 of the grand daughters. So we are needed. HA! HA!
John & Joyce
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Hi Joyce, Hope all is well at your house.. I got home on April13th. spend Easter with family.. everything here at the Lake is Ok.. the Loons are here so I know it is spring and the weather is going to get warmer.. we did have some nice days here last week but cool now..See ya in Dec. have a nice summer...Sandy Katz
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Hi Everyone From Indiana,
Don, Saddie, & I, Arrived home Sunday evening, April 19. Had a safe trip. Raining and cold here. We stopped in West Virginia to visit Dr. Kenneth(Buzz) & Gladys(Pete) Powell. Buzz is back in Hospital at Princeton Community Hospital. So, we visited with Pete and Family. Buzz wasn,t able to visit much ,but knew we were present. However, I talked to his son Ronnie last evening,by phone. Ronnie said he was doing much better after removing a lot of fluid from his lungs.
Don & I want to wish You All a wonderful summer and "GOD" willing hope to see You All early Fall.
Love, Don & Shirley Atkins
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Wanted to let you know that we arrived home safe and sound last Thur. night. Had a good trip home.
We went yesterday and had a visit with Art and Alinda Bishop and took their photo directory to them.
Vera and Doug Mckenzie
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Just want to let you know we arrived home last Thurs. morning about 10:30. Had a good trip and we are looking forward to warmer temps. this weekend. We are to have upper 70s and low 80s for the weekend. See you next fall.
Merv & Oma Ruff
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We had a pleasant surprise Wed. when Gary & Nancy Hague called to tell us they were in Walmarts parking lot in Effingham, Il. We picked them up and all went to our favorite restaurant Niemergs and had a late lunch and a very good visit. We are getting much better weather now. It will be in the 80s by the weekend.
Roy & JOAnn Feldkamp
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Mary and Maurie Henderson's grandson passed away. Very unexpected, he went in for surgery for diverticilitus and there was just so much infection he didn't make it. Cards may be sent to :
Bob and Mary Henderson
311 Parkway Lane
Pekin, Il 61554
Maurie and Mary Henderson
608 W. Stanton St.
Streator, Il 61364
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We are well and looking forward to warmer weather. Today is supposed to be nice. Dalton might be able to golf at a small course about 15 miles away.
I'm doing lots of musical things--2 choruses, jamming, 2 church choirs. Plus all the community activities I'm involved with.
Mary Kay Hunt 4/23/09
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We just recieved word that Dr. Kenneth Powell (Buzz) went home to be with the "Lord" this morning around 3:oo A.M.
Please keep Gladys(Pete) and Son( Ronnie) in your prayers.
Gladys Powell
Rt.3 Box 178
Bluefield,WV.24701 Shirley Atkins 4/28/09
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Don Buvalla passed away on April 29th of a heart attack. Our sympathy is extended to Janice and her family at this time. Cards may be sent to Janice Buvalla. She will be in Florida for another month yet. So send cards to:
Janice Buvalla
1501 W. Commerce Ave. lot 1
Haines City, Fl 33844 5/05/09
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We wanted to thank all that have sent cards, sent prayers, and called during the death of our grandson. We are truly blessed to have all of you in our lives. We have been overwhelmed with all of your kindness. God bless you all and please keep our family in your prayers.
Maurice and Mary Henderson 5/05/09
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Missy has a birthday coming up June 7th if anyone would like to send her a birthday card. I am sure she would be happy to hear from all of you! Her address is:
Melisa Kingsley
P.O. Box 105
Kenoza Lake, NY 12750
% Charley Kingsley
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Hi Joyce;
Just wanted to let everyone know that Marie Case Lot 156 turned 80 yesterday. If you see her wish her a belated birthday! Or send her a card. Her address is:
Marie Case
561 Steele Hill Road
New Philadelphia, OH 44663
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Joyce: Carl and I were in West Virginia over the week end visiting family and we went over and visited with Pete (Gladys Powell) and her son Ronnie and family. They are doing okay but have lots of details to handle. Pete said they plan to go to Florida in June. She sends everyone her love and appreciation for all the kindness shown her during this especially trying time.
Just thought maybe you might like to pass this along on the webpage. Thanks Paula 5/12/09
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Aida Porter called Grace Perih today and said that her husband Bob had passed away this morning. They lived on lot 67 in the park. Our sympathy is extended to Aida and her family.
If anyone would like to send a sympathy card, this is Aida's address:
Aida Porter
5730 West Strom Rd.
Winter, Wisconsin 54896 5/12/09
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Just a note to say hello & that we are hanging in here in VA.Some fishing and more resting.
We are enjoying the Grand Kids.
Bob & Ann Parks 5/16/09
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Just wanted to let everyone know that we spent the weekend in Ohio. We had gone down to surprise Marie Case on her 80th birthday party. The family hosted a surprise dinner for her on the 17th of March.
Marie was speechless when she walked in so you know she was surprised!!!!
We had a great visit.
Seen Carol and Dennis Doty and
Jo and Art at the party. 05/20/09
Love Delores
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Joyce
A couple of interest items to post:
1. We have had over 8" of rain in the past week, which we desperately needed.
2. Construction on the new Aldi grocery store has started. It is just south of Walgreens on US27.
3. The new Pilot Truck Stop construction is at a standstill due to environmental issues.
Chris Long
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Ed and Carol Wheeler celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary May 23rd. They had a great attendance and a super meal. Their kids did a wonderful job!
Those from Central Park were Harold and Kay Turner from Pennsylvania. Don and Shirley Atkins, Doris Shadle, Connie and Ralph, Doris's daughter and son in law, Don and Judy Feasel, John and Joyce Conway, Judy Harding. There was a couple from Park 2 but don't recall their name. 5/25/09
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I would like to thank you all for the cards, visitation and gifts for the Robert Porter Fund, but most of all for the prayers for him. His kids and I really appreciate that. He so loved coming to Florida and visiting with you under the DEAD OAK tree sitting on the new picnic table. He was so happy to have been able to come down last year for a little while, although he was hoping for one more trip. Your Prayers have been greatly appreciated and have sustained us all during his last weeks.
Thank you all again, sincerely
Aida, Rick, Michael, Lisa, Gov
with Laurie, Natasha, Darrell, Denise 5/30/09
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Just want to let everyone know that our son Denis had his hand operated on and had his index finger removed to
the last knuckle. He was operated on yesterday and was back home that evening. It was a relief for him that it was
over and hopefully that will be the last operation he has to go through.
Vince and I are thoroughly enjoying our new granddaughter Annika, who is going on seven months. Before we know it
she will be walking.
Enjoy the rest of the summer and see you all in December
Vince (Dub) & Pauline 5/30/09
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Hi Joyce
Well I passed 91 the 5th of June and am doing well. But miss all of you good friends in FL. Thank you to the people that sent me cards, it was great. .I hope to see you in the fall,but God only knows.
Love all of you Doris Sleeman 6/06/09
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I would like to thank everyone who brought food in while Kenneth Powell (Buzz) was ill. Also for all the Prayers, cards, phone calls and for all of the different acts of kindness that everyone has shown during his illness and after his death. THANK-YOU SO MUCH!
Gladys Powell ( Pete) and family
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Bob and Darlene Hanson celebrated their 50th Anniversary on June 19th. It seems now a day not too many people are together that long. Congratulations!
Good Morning
As we celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary today we are feeling so blessed by God to have made this milestone.
We are thankful for so many things among which are our family and friends and what they mean to us.
Love
Bob & Darlene
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Don Uhl on lot 322 went up to see Hal Borton. He took one of our Park Directories to him. Hal was so tickled with it. He looked through it and was telling him who all he knew in the book. Don said Hal is doing real well.
If anyone would like to send a card his address is:
Hal Borton
Astor House
1125 Calarion Apt.113
Holland, Ohio 43528
Hal would love to hear from us!
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Ruby Guspyt will be celebrating her 87th birthday on July 13, and we'd like to shower her with notes and cards.
After her 10 month bout on hospice in 2007-2008, we are so thankful she is still with us and we treasure each special occasion we can creat in her life.
She has loved wintering in Florida when her husband, Charlie, was living. Each year for the past 4 winters, we kids have encouraged that she be back in the warmth and where so many of you, her friends are.
Please feel free to send cards to her at:
7148 State Route 36, S.E Gnadenhutten, Ohio 44629
If you misplace this address or are telling others about it, please feel free to send notes &/or cards to Ruby @ Ed and Linda's address on the park roster.
Thanks for caring; we want to make this a real special birthday for mamma.
Emailings could be done through my address: gloriaguspyt@yahoo.com Ruby herself does not do email or computers, but I'd be happy to pass along any messages, etc.
Thanks again.
Gloria
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Marie Case called and wanted to thank everyone for the birthday cards she received and to let you know she loved everyone of them.
Marie Case wanted everyone to know Jane Garner celebrated a birthday July 4th. She was born as a little firecracker! If you wish to send her a card her address is:
215 W. Creighton
Fort Wayne, In 46807
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John has been diagnosed with Prostate Cancer. The doctor thought it would be too risky for surgery with his heart condition. So he will be having hormone therapy and radiation. He now has sympathy for all of us women with hot flashes because he has them now. He will start radiation treatments July 14th. He will be having 40 of them; they will be 5 days a week for 8 weeks.
John Conway
Note from Alf:
Our thoughts and prayers go out to John & Joyce at this time. We wish him a speedy recovery.
You may wish to send him a card or call him at the following.
John Conway
405 Imel St
Fountain City, IN 47341
765-847-2960
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Sharon Copeland from Saskatchewan just called me and said Janice Buvalla had called and ask if she would call me with this news.
Janice's son Donnie passed away this morning. They are not sure what was the cause. An autopsy will be preformed later today. Janice sure is having a troublesome year.
Cards can be sent to Janice Buvalla
62 Lowell Loop, Lowell, OH 45744
or you can call her at 740 896 2525
Thanks.
Delores Colwell
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I see the surgeon on Thursday for my Hiatal hernia. I have been having trouble since I had the pneumonia this past February in Florida. Was up for over 2 hours last night with pain and coughing.
Delores Colwell
We wish her well!
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Hello Joyce;
Elaine and I will celebrating our 53rd anniversary July the 20th.
Seems like a long time yet so short!
Hello to all our friends.
Dick and Elaine Green 14980 Sprucevale Road #130 East Liverpool, Ohio 43920
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I don't email for days and then 3 in a row.
Well here goes.
I went to see the surgeon today for my hiatat hernia and he suggested doing an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy and stretching the hernia back into the stomach. He says this usually works better than surgery.
Hope he is right as I am having this done on August 18th.
Delores Colwell 07/09/09
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Maurice Franck passed away Friday. He and Dolly lived on lot 286 this past season. They both loved shuffleboard. We will certainly miss Maurie on the shuffle court. We need to keep the family in our Prayers.
Anyone wanting to send Dolly a card her address is:
Dolly Franck
333 S. Main Street
Cambridge, Illinois 61238
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I received a nice note from Gloria Guspyt saying her mother received several nice notes and cards. They would like to thank everyone for all of your nice act of kindness!
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It seems as though Joan and Myron are staying busy this summer. I received this note from them. She said they have visited Wendell and Doris Malcolm and they are doing pretty good. Doris and Wendell were in
our park and lived on or around lot 262.
They are both well. They had the grandson here for the weekend - daughter and her husband went away for the weekend to celebrate their anniversary. Looking forward to a week at Mont Tremblant with both our son and daughter and
their families. I am sure we will all eat very well and enjoy a lot of cards and games. The chalet has a pool table, dart board, ping pong table and other games as well - should be a lot of fun for all. Myron is keeping busy with other people's vehicles and is presently working on a 32 foot RV - gives us more reason for not wanting one!
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John Amspacher, Charley Angel's brother in law, who lives on lot 266 will be going on chemo. Please keep him in your Prayers.
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I received this note from Judy and Charlie Angel. Scott is their son who has had cancer before.
Scott was sick last week with a high fever. The doctors first thought he had pneumonia but he didn't respond to the antibiotic. His doctor then sent him to the hospital in New York City on Sunday, they found out the medication he
was taking to shrink the tumors is no longer working. They want him to try Chemo again to see if that works. He is home they will do the treatments here. He goes to see the Oncologist on Friday to see when they will start. He is very run down
and is trying to get his strength back before the treatments start.
Judy & Charlie
Please keep him in your prayers. We also need to keep the whole family in our Prayers!
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Jil Puetz has lung cancer. She and Gabby live on lot 95. She said she is waiting to hear from the doctor as to when they are going to do surgery. We need to keep her and Gabby in our Prayers! Anyone wanting to send them a card of encouragement may send them to:
Jill and Gabby Puetz
311 N. 2nd Street
Tonica, IL 61370
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News from the North
Hi Joyce
Just wanted to let you know that I spoke with Marie Case and Ruth Johnson this AM. Marie is doing well, was having her nails done as we spoke. She said it sure is quiet in CP1 when she gets her mail. Everything looks good and seems to be holding together in the park, so far this year. She had spoken to Carol Gibbs and she is still having headaches and has to take her time to get around. The Drs. can't seem to figure out what is wrong.
Barbara Hamilton lost her friend Andy(he was in the park two seasons ago. He loved to go down by the lake and sit and smoke his pipe.) She also lost her dog Barny. Marie wasn't sure of exact date but it was a couple of months ago this happen. They passed away within days of each other.
Ruth has sold her trailer in Wisconsin and is living in a senior community. She said she really loves it there.
She has had some tests done, but needs to get the stint out that was put in last Oct. She hopes to head for Florida sometime in Oct.
I was able to get in early to have my procedure done.The surgeon stretched the esophagus and I am having no trouble at all now. Sure glad that worked. I did ask if he could stretched me tall enough to compare to my weight. ..No such luck. Dave has only driven truck a few weeks in June this year. Things are really slow. He still is busy helping the boys and doing some of his work...that has waited for years. If all goes well for us we plan to leave for Florida around the 16th of October...God willing.
Looking forward to seeing everyone again.
Love Delores Colwell 08/18/09
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George Bready will be having Knee Replacement Surgery Friday Aug. 21st. They live on lot 42. Let's all keep him in our Prayers.
Anyone wanting to send him a card may send it to :
George Bready
171 Bartlett Ave.
Wilbraham, MA 01095
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In mid August we had a get together at our home in Michigan with Barry & Judy Hubbard, Rick & Marilyn Fisher and Harold & Kay Turner. They brought their RV's and stayed at our place. Carl & Roxie Ure came up for a couple days and brought the best donuts ever! The food, weather and fireside chats were great. We are looking forward to Florida and seeing our "goofy" friends soon. Jake, Linda & Cee Cee Ure 8/28/09
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George Bready has had his knee replacement surgery. He is getting along fine, and is now in rehab therapy. When I talked to Shirley last he was getting ready to go for occupational therapy. I told her to tell him to study hard and he could do all of our cooking and we would meet him in the laundry also. So if anyone needs help with their laundry or
cooking get a hold of George Bready on lot 42! I am sure he will be glad to give you pointers! HA! HA!
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George Bready will be coming home from Rehab Therapy Thursday September 3rd. Shirley says he is doing real well. They want to thank everyone for all of the Prayers, cards and phone calls. It is a good thing he is getting straightened up so he can take care of Shirley. Shirley was diagnosed with breast cancer again and will be having surgery yet this month. So lets all keep Shirley in our Prayers as well as George! I am sure Shirley could use a card of encouragement!
Shirley Bready
171 *Barlett Ave.
Wukbraganm NA 01095
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Mary Henderson's brother, Edward Schmitz, Ed as we all knew him passed away with lung cancer. He and his wife Betty lived on lot 65 for several years. The Obituary is shown below. Our thoughts and prayers go out to their families at this time.
Edward F. Schmitz
Edward Frank Schmitz 81, of Adolphus, KY died Sunday, September 06, 2009, at his residence. The Hughesville, MO native was a World War II Navy Veteran, the retired owner of Ed Schmitz's Auto Sales, a member of Bethany United Methodist Church in Aurora, IL where he was a former member of the Board of Trustees. He was a son of the late Frank Thomas Schmitz and Hazel May Stafford Schmitz and husband of the late Betty Jane Harris Schmitz. He is survived by one son, Keith Schmitz and wife, Ellen, Bloomington, IL; one daughter, Shirley Weeks, Adolphus, KY; four grandchildren, Denise Ryan and husband, Chris, Alvaton, KY; Darin Weeks and wife, Theresa, Troy, OH; Eric Schmitz and wife, Lauren, of GA but presently stationed in Chili; Amy Schmitz, Indianapolis, IN; two great-grandchildren, Mady Ryan and K.C. Ryan, both of Alvaton, KY. There will be no visitation, and cremation was chosen. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, September 13, 2009 at Mt. Olive United Methodist Church. Goad Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to the American Cancer Society . www.goadfh.corn
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I don't know about everyone else but it was a high of 56 here in York Pa today, we are ready to go to Haines City where it was 84*.
Judy & Charlie 9/12/09
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Pray for Kim
We are asking all our friends and any others to pray for our Associate Pastors wife Kim, she is also one of our church secretaries. Bill and Kim were in Alabama on a 25th anniversary trip when she became ill. Bill brought her back as fast as possible and she was put in the hospital on Wed. and later that day was put in ICU. On Thurs. morning they airlifted her to St.Johns in Springfield to ICU. Her liver, kidneys have failed and her blood pressure bottomed out. She is on a ventilator and receiving dialysis at this time. The doctors are doing tests for viral and bacterial infection that they think got into her bloodstream. We had about 400 people in our church this morn. for a special prayer service. We are praying and believing for a complete recovery for Kim. Also keep her husband, three sons, daughter-in-law, future daughter-in-law and her parents in your prayers also. You can check on her condition on Facebook kim-burry-updates. May God bless each one of you and thanks for you prayers.
JoAnn Feldkamp
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The 7:00 P.M. update on Kim. The primary concern remains to be Kim's kidney though the doctors are still unsure as to what the underlying source is to the problem. Brcause of the multiple organ complications she continues to be in critical state. Keep praying!!!
JoAnn
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This is an update on Charlie and Judy Angel's son Scott.
Scott had two units of blood on Saturday (9/19/09) because he is anemic. He is feeling much better since they did that. He is half way finished with his chemo and then they will do a CT Scan to see if it is working. If not then they will have to do surgery.
Please keep him in your prayers. 9/24/09
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Shirley Bready had her surgery and is home from the hospital and is doing pretty well. She says she is on pain medication and antibiotic but is doing pretty well. She says George is doing real well also. Let's still keep them both in our Prayers! 9/27/09
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Hi
Just wanted to let you know my Mom passed away this morning with my sister by her side. She was 90 and her health has been failing for awhile. I am thankful I had her for this long but still hard to say goodbye.
Don't have finalized funeral plans yet but it will be a graveside service by Lake Lillian at the Baptist cemetery along side my Dad and baby sister.
Love
Darlene Hanson 9/29/09
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HI!
John has gone to the Dr. and is now released to go to Florida. He got really good news about his PSA count. He will have to have another PSA done in 3 months. He can do that in Florida. So we will be on the road bright and early Monday morning. We are going to visit our son in Virginia for a couple of days. Then on to Ashville, North Carolina to the Biltmore Mansion for a couple of days. We are just going to take our time and sightsee on the way down. So please hold all email to me until further notice.
THANKS! Joyce and John 10/07/09
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This is an update on John Amspacher on lot 266.
John will have another treatment on the 19th then they are going to do testing to see if it has helped to reduce the size of the tumors. So we still have him on our prayer list at church. After the testing we should be able to make a decision on our plans for Fl. Please lets all keep John and Charlene in our Prayers also. I know John is really wanting to come back to Florida.
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Hi everyone
We will be off line for a couple of days. We leave early (3-4 A.M. in Dave's books) for Florida tomorrow Oct. 16.
Looking forward to some warmer weather.
Have a great fall.
See everyone in Florida soon.
Love Delores & Dave Colwell
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HI!
John and I made it to Central Park today around 1:15. It is good to see some nice warm weather. Just hoping it doesn't get too hot. I am now back on line.
Joyce & John
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Just wanted to let you know that we arrived in Florida yesterday afternoon. Spent most of today unpacking the trailer and car. We hit snow in Pennsylvania and then rain right into South Carolina. It is cool here but supposed to warm up by the weekend.
Love Delores & Dave Colwell
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A quick note to let my friends know that I will be leaving for China tomorrow and will return home Nov.7th I am going with my daughter to get her adopted daughter. Her husband will stay home with the other four children. It is the chance of a lifetime. Looking forward to Fl. and slowing down!HA!HA!
JoAnn Feldkamp 10/20/09
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This is a picture of the 1st morning at the Liar's Club. Their were 6 present. My battery went dead and by the time I got back Neil had left. Later in the season they will have several.
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The recreation association will be selling the Enjoyment Books again this year. They are $30. and we will be picking them up today. You may purchase them at lot 265 again this year. Thank - You! Joyce
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Joyce,
The kids were here for dinner today for our Granddaughter Tuesday's birthday. She is 16 now and has her learners permit to drive. Her brother Chase told everyone to stay off the roads.
Scott is totally exhausted from the chemo. He was doing good the first few weeks of his treatments but I guess it is catching up to him now. His doctor said the one type of chemo will bring down his red blood cells and that is what makes him anemic and so tired.
After next Friday they will do a CT Scan to see if it is helping to shrink the tumors. Just keep him in your prayers.
Thanks, Judy
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Don Atkins brother in law passed away. I believe he passed away early this morning. Anyone wanting to send cards may send them to 1501W. Commerce Ave. Lot 242 Haines City, Fl 33844
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Today we had 4 full shuffle courts. People are starting to come in now. Over the week-end we counted 7 or 8 different families that arrived. We are starting to get back all of our Florida family again!
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Many of you know my father, Charlie Guspyt, from many years of he and Mamma (Ruby) being in the park.
5 years ago after his passing, it became a passion of mine to write a book about my father, compiling stories, comments, memories, phrases of his, your interactions with him, etc. from the various people and arenas of his life.
I would love any long or short emailings that come to mind about my father, and your contribution would be greatly appreciated.
It can be emailed to me at gloriaguspyt@yahoo.com as timely as you can. Hard copy can come to me at:
7148 State Route 36, SE Gnadenhutten, Ohio 44629 for any of those not on line that you might pass this along to.
Since I do hope to get this book published, I'll also need a note with it that I have your permission for this printing of your thoughts.
The title is My Daddy's Shoes, and I'm compiling who thought or experienced what with this profound man, as I wondered who'd be filling my Daddy's shoes the day after he passed.
Thanks to all; I truly appreciate your support and contributions in advance of your mailings.
Gloria Guspyt
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This is unbelieveable, but the broom is standing by its self. Oma Ruff called this morning and ask if I had a broom. She told me to stand it in the middle of the room and it would stand up by its self. It has something to do with the gravity of the earth right now. Give it a try and let me know how many could get it to stand up. You may have to hold on to it for a few minutes at first. My broom has been standing in the kitchen since 8:00AM 11/5/09.
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