Monthly Archives: April 2014

A Small World

Posted on April 30, 2014 by Caryn

Yesterday, I came across some old pictures from my mom’s side of the family, and as I looked at the list Aunt Sandy had given me, I had to do a double take. It wouldn’t seem like it was such … Continue reading →

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I Consider Her My Sister

Posted on April 29, 2014 by Caryn

Written by: Brenda Schulenberg Caryn became part of our family on March 1, 1975…..almost 40 years ago!!!! I don’t really remember life without Caryn! She has been a major part of our family for so many years now…and I would … Continue reading →

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First In Line

Posted on April 29, 2014 by Caryn

Every child who has been in school, has also been in a school play of one type or another. It is very common, especially in Kindergarten to have a class play. All the kids in the class are so excited … Continue reading →

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Virtual Victory

Posted on April 28, 2014 by Caryn

When a person is a hot car enthusiast with their own hot car, the ultimate thrill is winning a competition. For many car owners, the wait for that first win is a long one, but for my grandson, Chris Petersen, … Continue reading →

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Hard Working Man

Posted on April 27, 2014 by Caryn

My dad was a hard working man, really from the time he was a kid. He helped out on the farm when he was a young man, then when he moved to California at 17 years of age, he did … Continue reading →

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Little-Big Brother

Posted on April 26, 2014 by Caryn

My grand nephew, Zack Spethman, who is the middle son of my niece Jenny and her husband, Steve, is a boy who knows what he wants. He has his own sense of style, and doesn’t like to leave the house … Continue reading →

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Carefree Days

Posted on April 25, 2014 by Caryn

Back in 1946, my Aunt Doris and Uncle Bill decided that they were tired of the bitter cold Wisconsin weather, and that they wanted to try a warmer climate. Uncle Bill had built a travel trailer, and they quit their … Continue reading →

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The Musicians

Posted on April 24, 2014 by Caryn

Many years ago, radios were not as common, and could not be used outside the home, so when families would gather together for a dinner or dance, music by radio was not really an option. I think people probably learned … Continue reading →

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Stolen Memories

Posted on April 23, 2014 by Caryn

My mother-in-law has had Alzheimer’s for ten years now. As most of you know, Alzheimer’s Disease steals the memories of it’s victim…especially the most recent ones. I have not always been one to feel like every part of recent memory … Continue reading →

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A Kindhearted Woman

Posted on April 22, 2014 by Caryn

My Aunt Deloris…Aunt Dee to all of her nieces and nephews, was such a happy person. It never seemed to matter what might be going on in her life. She didn’t allow her happiness to depend on whether or not … Continue reading →

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