Saturday the 17th

Bring on the summer vibes.  A bit of humidity to top it off.

I have been able to stay out of the Curry fray in fine fashion.  Dennis has been holding up just fine as family members have been in and out.  It’s a good thing.  When family can get together other than for a funeral . . . what’s not to like.  

I have had a good run on Saturday’s family events.  Later on this evening, Dennis is taking in a gathering at his nephew’s as a hog roast will be under way.  I will pat Dennis on the butt and bid him well as he is on his way.  I am remaining here to keep the home fires going for Dennis’ return.  I know that the close of the day, finds me less than stable.  Staying upright here at home is a better bet for me than navigating turf and gravel.  As each family member left here from this afternoon, a hardy hug from me said it all.

In the quiet of the evening, I know I am where I need to be . . . catching up on several family contacts of my own. 

I now have it on good authority from Nicholas, his first weeks of being in ninth grade, that the sandwich bar for his noon meals is pretty good.  I think it’s pretty good that Nicholas returns my texts.

I know, here on Stauffer Avenue, the sandwich bar is always open with a good “Ladies Aid” ham spread.  Dennis has gone to the point of comparing the ham spread here at our local grocery to the ham spread from Hy-Vee in Mankato.  Hy-Vee wins hands down.  Discriminating tastes of the ole cowboy.  I am happy that Dennis gets some protein at noon. 

I know no one out there is going to go hungry.  To each his own.  

Have a great Sunday!