Grandpa Gum

Mom brought some pictures over to me so I could scan them, and I HAVE to share!!!!




This is Grandpa Bramall's family. On the front row is:

Aunt Louise Lowe, Grandpa William Samuel Bramall, Grandma Sarah (Farr) Bramall, and Uncle Ivor.
On the back row is:
Grandpa Bert Samuel Bramall, Uncle Ellis, Aunt Lois Hamilton, and Uncle Frank.

I just figured out that Kevin and I were the only ones that remember Grandpa Bramall. I want to share!

He was always trying to quit smoking, so he carried gum with him and ALWAYS shared with us. We called him Grandpa Gum. When he died, Gramma Pete wanted to keep his memory alive. That is when she started carrying Chicklets in her bra!
My memories are few, but the over-whelming feeling of love for him and his love for me has never diminished. I remember being so excited when he came to visit. I remember sitting on his lap and getting gum from him. Even though I heard he was quite short, I remember him being so tall! I remember him calling me a 'stick in the mud'. I also remember him in his coffin thinking he was just alseep!

I am so happy to have a copy of this picture. I will have A LOT more pictures copied in CD format at the reunion. If you are interested in some, let me know. I think CD's are about 5 cents a piece, so come with your nickle!

I'm Back!

My how time flys with you're UNEMPLOYED! There's nothing like being a Senior Citizen out looking for a job! OK, I'm not really UN-employed, my hours are cut to about 6 - 8 a week. Can you see why I haven't blogged? I haven't been at work. In all fairness, no one should have as much spare time as I did at work and still get paid!

I thought it was only the builders and contractors that were affected by this recession, but it really has the trickle effect - OK - the burst dam effect!

I finally broke down and went back to substitute teaching! I was feeling really old when I had to re-do the orientation with a bunch of young kids - BUT THEY WEREN'T!!! I sat by a man who was as old (or older) than me who is a

Certified Math/Physics Teacher! Talk about a slap of reality!

I talked to some of my friends at TGN (aka-MyFamily.com) and they just hired 20 new people. Mike told me that there were 500 applicants for the 20 positions! HOLY COW!!! Now explain to me what the difference between a recession and a depression?!?!? It's 1930 all over again!

I think it's rain dancing time! How about you?

The January Blah's

I think Debra worded it well with "Winter Funk". The holidays are always full of ups and downs, but now, I'm afraid my mood matches the weather, gray, overcast, bad air and no more beautiful white snow falls! I'm trying to care, and I will again - I'm sure of it!

I haven't posted anything for the last couple of weeks. I don't always do it, but I guess I have been living the Thumper rule. (From the movie "Bambi") If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all.

I have been trying to keep busy, though. I have been scanning pictures from Pauls mom's collection. There have been some WONDERUFL and HILARIOUS pictures. I'll share!


This is Paul's Grandma - aka Manna. Do you LOVE the hat?



This is Paul. There is something about hat's that make me giggle.


I thought this was DARLING! It reminds me of the "roll over, roll over" song.
It's Rochelle, Paul, Suzanne, Ray and Bashawn - the cousins!

Nothing life changing, but I hope it made you giggle, too!

Words To Live By Alec - IT"S CONTAGIOUS!

Alec and Joe went to the store the other day. When they went to check out, the cashier asked,"How would you like to pay for this?" Joe answered, "With money."

Pete's Party

Dear Pete Party Fans,

It is my turn to plan this fun event! I hope every one is planning on coming and bringing friends! Gramma Pete couldn’t resist a fun party, so we are planning a big one so that she will be there – in spirit, of course!

I tried to get Whiting’s Park up Maple Canyon this year, but it is already reserved! I asked how much it would be if we did it the week before or after and it would be $610.00. (Cough, Sputter!) It sure has changed in the last 20 years! So, to save money (not really much time) we have reserved Bennion. (She loved it there, too)

Because of the travel involved, we have reserved Bennion July 17th – 19th, Friday night, all day Saturday and Sunday morning. All the camping fees are paid for! (That’s better than $600.00 – cough, sputter!) You are welcome to come ALL of the time or just some of the time. The festivities and GOOD meals will be planned for Saturday.

We will be resurrecting every one’s favorite activities; Pinochle, Horse Shoes, Shooting Range, Volleyball, Kick Ball, Camp Fires, Jam Sessions, and of course
THE AUCTION!
I even have a GROOVY Denim Camp Blanket for the raffle!

Please plan on attending and participating in this great tradition! Notice, it’s called “Pete’s Party” not just a “Family Reunion”, so feel free to bring anyone who would like to be considered family!