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The Fixer

Posted on April 20, 2024 by Caryn

Louis H Blonger was born in Swanton, Vermont, on May 13, 1849. He was the eighth of 13 children. His father, Simon Peter Belonger, was a stonemason born in Canada of French ancestry. His mother, Judith Kennedy, was raised in an orphanage in Nenagh, County Tipperary, Ireland. Continue reading →

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The Kid In Him

Posted on August 29, 2019 by Caryn

As another of my father-in-law, Walt Schulenberg’s birthday has arrived, I find myself unable to believe that he has been in Heaven for over six years now. Today, he would have been 90 years old. Somehow, I can’t imagine that … Continue reading →

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Who Opened The Floodgates?

Posted on May 15, 2019 by Caryn

As a kid, I remember that whenever we were sitting at an intersection that was very busy, causing us to have to wait seemingly forever to be able to get across the intersection, one of my parents would say something … Continue reading →

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A Wonderful Life

Posted on June 16, 2016 by Caryn

One hundred and twenty three years ago yesterday, my grandfather, George Byer was born. His life would take many twists and turns. It would span two world wars, as well as other wars. He would live during two different centuries. … Continue reading →

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Champion Of Protection

Posted on May 22, 2016 by Caryn

Being a big, muscular kid can have its advantages. You can be pretty sure no one is going to pick on you. That is the case with my grand nephew, Xander Spethman. Xander takes after his dad, Steve Spethman in … Continue reading →

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Self Appointed Guardian

Posted on December 2, 2014 by Caryn

Dogs are such amazing animals. They sense things that we don’t. As a kid, I read a book called, “Follow My Leader” in which a boy, blinded by a firecracker finds a way to achieve independence with the help of … Continue reading →

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A Melt In Your Mouth Flavor

Posted on August 17, 2014 by Caryn

When I was a kid in grade school, our class in 3rd or 4th grade decided to have a tasting party. The idea was to bring a home-cooked recipe from the family home to share with the class. When my … Continue reading →

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The Humorous Side

Posted on October 25, 2013 by Caryn

Our nephew, Tucker has always been such a happy kid. He loves life and all that it has to offer. Tucker find humor in things that the rest of us might not see as humorous…a good trait to have when … Continue reading →

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Penny Loafers

Posted on September 19, 2013 by Caryn

I was a little girl, when the original Kmart in Casper was built. We lived less than a block from the site, and very much enjoyed watching the construction as it progressed. It was very exciting for my sisters and … Continue reading →

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Floating On Air

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Caryn

I’m not a wind lover. In fact, most of the time the wind annoys me, but there are things that actually require the wind to accomplish their goal. I remember as a kid, trying to fly a kite a few times. I … Continue reading →

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