On Saturday of Memorial Day weekend, my wife and I rode with Mark and Keely and our grandson Sam down to Haskinville and then to Corning so Sam could meet for the first time my mother, Dorothy Jones, and my wife’s father, Rev. Joseph DeSerio. The trip was made a little more urgent by the fact that my mother’s health has been deteriorating markedly over the past several weeks. Thank you to all of you who are praying for her.
God granted us a blessed day in every way. Everyone was healthy for the day. Sammy made the trip well and charmed everyone with his smile. Both my Mom and JoAnne’s Father were having good days as well. I flashed away with the camera and came away with some memorable shots too. It was an unusual picture-taking day in that we took four-generation pictures on both sides of our family that same day.
I was also glad to be able to see my siblings who are caring for Mom – Phil and MarySue and their spouses. In Corning we also saw JoAnne’s brother Joe, her father’s wife, Lucille, and a family friend, Barb. These were all happy to see Keely and Mark and Sam too.
It is a pleasure to read your notes and stay in touch with you and JoAnne. I was thinking that it has been over 40 years since we met in the corner of Northern Africa called Sidi Yahia. I remember the trips to Roman ruins carrying 5 gal. bottles of water to clear the mosaic tiles of the dust. The Bible studies on Revelations and the early mornings with tea and cookies. Congrats on your Grandson. My Granddaughter is 11 months and walking. What a joy they bring. Stay safe my brother and GOD BLESS both of you.
Thank you, Dave. Great to hear from you. Yes, our grandson is a great blessing. Blessings to your family!