Nov. 2 - Nov. 11
From a coolish, misty, overcast MO,
We have been rather active since the last blog.
We went to Liberty on the 3rd for Jim's check-up with his orthopedic doctor. The original cast came off, gauze that was stuck (quite ugly) was carefully removed, and both of us noted the "pin" sticking out the end of his finger a short ways and then has a right angle. Jim decided that if he made the angle a little less, painted his pinkie an appropriate lure color -- that he could go fishing! The doctor seemed to think all looked good and fixed another cast (quite interesting to watch this process) that could be removed for showering, etc. We were to see him again the 24th, but since we will be in Austin, Jim will see him on Dec. 1.
Afterwards we headed south (gas is much cheaper) to our beloved WilJenny's in Overland Park for good BBQ. We also stopped at several of our favorite haunts - pet store, Border's, etc.
Last Wednesday our football Hornets played their first play-off game against a KC private school. We won big although it took two nights to get the game played as the lightning arrived about half-way through the third quarter - and continued, and continued, etc. The final part of the game was played on Thursday. Again we won large. One of the fun activities of the evening was the half-time performance by our high school band - all dressed in Halloween costumes.
The team played again last night (Monday) and we went against a team that we had defeated only a couple of weeks before - won even larger this time. We are really limited now as to knowing the boys on the team and probably could only recognize three - isn't that sad. Jim's pole vaulter had a fantastic night blocking punts - then running them in for touchdowns, blocking for the other backs, etc., etc., etc. We are so happy for him - Tammy we will see you at P. Hill!
About a month ago, Jim's only surviving aunt passed away. Her wish was to be cremated and then buried near her sister at Trenton. Family members arrived on Sunday, we had the opportunity to spend a few hours with them on Monday (I met most of them for the first time), and then we joined them at Trenton today. The children had chosen photos for a display and the service was carefully planned following their mother's wishes. An Abba song, "In the Garden" - or maybe it was "I Have a Dream" was sung and the service ended with a John Denver song "Take me Home, Country Road."
One of the son's told of a story his father told in his later years indicating that many war veterans do not wish to share their stories. It seems he had been sent to the Great Lakes for training as a welder. He had developed these skills as a younster and the teachers soon realized that he was more capable than what they were. They had his transfer with his classmates changed (much against his will) so that he would stay at the Great Lakes as an instructor. His fellow classmates became shipmates on the Arizona!
There was one young lady present who was not a family member. It seems she had spotted an old "name" quilt at an antique store - Trenton High School - class of 1940. Interspaced with colorful blocks were names of members of the class - including the name of the lady being remembered that day. This woman had started the project of trying to track down these individuals to get their life story so she could compile their stories. She actually had a photo of the quilt to show (and give) the family. Wade remembered seeing a letter from this woman to his mother and the photo that had been sent. What a wonderful story!
One of the more distant cousin's and his wife who live in Lee's Summit also were there for the services. He had been a playmate of the deceased when they were children in the Trenton - Edinburg areas. He had memories to share with the children as well.
We took the girls to the kennel early on Monday morning as we were not sure the family members would enjoy the zeal of their activity level. We picked the girls up this afternoon. Both are ensconed on Jim's lap right now.
We have a number of errands to do on Wednesday including weighing in. I will regret that we couldn't do it today as my weight had really dropped - guess we will see what Wednesday will show.
Our activities in the days coming up include the play-off game at P.Hill on Saturday (KC Star indicated the high of 37 on Saturday with snow showers possible! Will definitely take the sleeping bag again as well as plenty of plastic - poncho and a large, large leaf bag to put over the sleeping bag. It is much easier when the game is home because you can do several layers of clothing before the short drive to the stadium.
Next week we will settle in to getting items organized for our departure on the 21st to Austin. We are looking forward to our time with Doug and Dara. On Sunday (23rd) we are going to the Zachary Scott theater to see a "Tuna" production and they also have tickets for us to see another production elsewhere.
Be safe.
B.
We have been rather active since the last blog.
We went to Liberty on the 3rd for Jim's check-up with his orthopedic doctor. The original cast came off, gauze that was stuck (quite ugly) was carefully removed, and both of us noted the "pin" sticking out the end of his finger a short ways and then has a right angle. Jim decided that if he made the angle a little less, painted his pinkie an appropriate lure color -- that he could go fishing! The doctor seemed to think all looked good and fixed another cast (quite interesting to watch this process) that could be removed for showering, etc. We were to see him again the 24th, but since we will be in Austin, Jim will see him on Dec. 1.
Afterwards we headed south (gas is much cheaper) to our beloved WilJenny's in Overland Park for good BBQ. We also stopped at several of our favorite haunts - pet store, Border's, etc.
Last Wednesday our football Hornets played their first play-off game against a KC private school. We won big although it took two nights to get the game played as the lightning arrived about half-way through the third quarter - and continued, and continued, etc. The final part of the game was played on Thursday. Again we won large. One of the fun activities of the evening was the half-time performance by our high school band - all dressed in Halloween costumes.
The team played again last night (Monday) and we went against a team that we had defeated only a couple of weeks before - won even larger this time. We are really limited now as to knowing the boys on the team and probably could only recognize three - isn't that sad. Jim's pole vaulter had a fantastic night blocking punts - then running them in for touchdowns, blocking for the other backs, etc., etc., etc. We are so happy for him - Tammy we will see you at P. Hill!
About a month ago, Jim's only surviving aunt passed away. Her wish was to be cremated and then buried near her sister at Trenton. Family members arrived on Sunday, we had the opportunity to spend a few hours with them on Monday (I met most of them for the first time), and then we joined them at Trenton today. The children had chosen photos for a display and the service was carefully planned following their mother's wishes. An Abba song, "In the Garden" - or maybe it was "I Have a Dream" was sung and the service ended with a John Denver song "Take me Home, Country Road."
One of the son's told of a story his father told in his later years indicating that many war veterans do not wish to share their stories. It seems he had been sent to the Great Lakes for training as a welder. He had developed these skills as a younster and the teachers soon realized that he was more capable than what they were. They had his transfer with his classmates changed (much against his will) so that he would stay at the Great Lakes as an instructor. His fellow classmates became shipmates on the Arizona!
There was one young lady present who was not a family member. It seems she had spotted an old "name" quilt at an antique store - Trenton High School - class of 1940. Interspaced with colorful blocks were names of members of the class - including the name of the lady being remembered that day. This woman had started the project of trying to track down these individuals to get their life story so she could compile their stories. She actually had a photo of the quilt to show (and give) the family. Wade remembered seeing a letter from this woman to his mother and the photo that had been sent. What a wonderful story!
One of the more distant cousin's and his wife who live in Lee's Summit also were there for the services. He had been a playmate of the deceased when they were children in the Trenton - Edinburg areas. He had memories to share with the children as well.
We took the girls to the kennel early on Monday morning as we were not sure the family members would enjoy the zeal of their activity level. We picked the girls up this afternoon. Both are ensconed on Jim's lap right now.
We have a number of errands to do on Wednesday including weighing in. I will regret that we couldn't do it today as my weight had really dropped - guess we will see what Wednesday will show.
Our activities in the days coming up include the play-off game at P.Hill on Saturday (KC Star indicated the high of 37 on Saturday with snow showers possible! Will definitely take the sleeping bag again as well as plenty of plastic - poncho and a large, large leaf bag to put over the sleeping bag. It is much easier when the game is home because you can do several layers of clothing before the short drive to the stadium.
Next week we will settle in to getting items organized for our departure on the 21st to Austin. We are looking forward to our time with Doug and Dara. On Sunday (23rd) we are going to the Zachary Scott theater to see a "Tuna" production and they also have tickets for us to see another production elsewhere.
Be safe.
B.
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