July 29, 2018 Another Sunday, like every Sunday had been for awhile, but not like every other Sunday. We had worked our usual routine. We’re early risers, everyday of the year. We don’t sleep in and are having coffee by 4:45. Sunday is to the store for the weekly groceries, home by 8:30, I'm mowing… Continue reading VII. A day, that would change everyday, for the rest of my days
Month: April 2019
VI. A year to ponder, wander and wonder
I didn't just sit around waiting for Ted to respond, well maybe for the first few weeks I did. I spent a great deal of time in contemplation. I allowed myself the luxury of daydreams of reunions...but they always gave way to the reality of the situation, a reunion was unlikely. This what not a… Continue reading VI. A year to ponder, wander and wonder
V. Uncle Ted
The proceeding events all occurred in the first few hours and days of receiving the initial email from Ancestry. My emotions and thinking were all over the place. At times I felt as if I was going crazy and becoming unhinged. I would go from being really pissed off and resentful to being overjoyed and… Continue reading V. Uncle Ted
IV. Obituary Gold
{I quickly opened another browser window and did a search for Theodore Hax. The first result was an obituary...for Theodore's brother...who had passed in February...} I now understand what the phrase, 'Obituary Gold' means in genealogical circles. It is an obituary that contains a great deal of information on the deceased's life, career, civic involvement,… Continue reading IV. Obituary Gold
III. May I offer you a side of context with your beverage?
I so want to share what’s going on right now, day to day, as these are some of my best days, but you need context to truly appreciate why I feel this way and frankly, always have in some form or fashion. I fully intend to share all the little bits and pieces I might… Continue reading III. May I offer you a side of context with your beverage?
II. Yin & Yang
So, it seems someone shared my opening monologue with Yang (positive, bright) who couldn't wait to share it with Yin (negative, dark). After Yin finished reading he turned to Yang and said "hold my beer". As soon as I declare myself to "be" something, the universe goes about the business of assisting me in experiencing… Continue reading II. Yin & Yang