Tuesday, August 18, 2009

Cousins

Growing up the only cousin I remember my age was Jane Ann. Man I love her -- she is such a great spirit, always laughing, joyful, full of love. The biggest problem being I only saw her once a year in Florida. Then we got out of school, went to college, and didn't see each other for 10-15 years.

I remember Dale, Mark, Rona and Michael, especially Sue's close relationship with Rona but they were a bit older so didn't really "hang out" with them.

Debbie and Cindy's kids got to hang out a bit as cousins. Even though Cindy lived a bit away they still got to grow up as "cousins" as Cindy traveled home frequently. And the age group split pretty well with Sue's boys -- so more cousins!

So everyone had cousins to grow up with. I must say I'm a bit envious of Beth and Amy's kids -- how close they are, how much time they get to spend together. Something about growing up together seems like it would build lifetime bonds. So many shared experiences, laughs, tears. How fun to have so many cousins right around the corner.

We've all grown up, some moved away. All of Uncle Ronnies kids moved away -- and then Uncle Ronnie and Aunt Nancy did as well. Short of seeing Rona this summer I'm not sure when any of us have seen them?

Do you remember Michael, Dale, Rona, and Mark? Here's some pictures to help you remember our cousins. Lifetime bonds change, memories remain -- and pictures always help!




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4 comments:

  1. dmAugust 19, 2009 at 5:42 AM

    THANKS for the memories - this was great. I remember those guys:). Beth and Amy got short changed on close cousins also - but as everyone got older, the gap closed up and now they can enjoy fellowship with the youngsters. Love our families!! Let's stay close always.

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  2. cbAugust 19, 2009 at 5:50 AM

    Judy and I are the closest in age. We share the same birthday, just a year apart. As you, I saw her mostly when we went to Florida ~ and the stops in TN. I do remember Uncle Ronnie's kids. I remember Dale giving me rides on his motorcycle and Mark and I paled around. Mostly I remember the teasing because they were always getting phone calls meant for me . . . Thanks for the pictures - it's nice to remember. . .

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  3. vcAugust 19, 2009 at 4:18 PM

    We'll stay close always! It will evolve, change -- but is will ALWAYS be close!

    Kathy (I put her on automatic as she kept forgetting to check!) said these brought back great memories of playing in Grandma's yard and etc.! Ah the good old days!

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  4. cbAugust 20, 2009 at 5:52 AM

    And climbing the apple trees ~ taking hikes to the railroad tracks . . .

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