Not only can I name everyone in that picture, I remember it being taken! This was at your first house on Fargo, in the rear of another house. Can't remember much of the house, but do remember playing in that yard, running up the slanted door that led to the basement........

I was in Florida last week for a conference, spending five days in Jacksonville. The weather was nice, better than the chilly WNY weather. While I was there I did get to spend a few hours having pizza and beer with Kira, Karl, Sam, Jonah, Charlie, and Maria. Within two minutes of entering Kira and Karl's home, I was machine-gunned with a nerf gun!! I guess the kids realized quickly I was family, and therefore fair game. Ahh but I was able to turn the tables at an opportune time and return the favor. Needless to say I had an absolutely great time visiting, and wished I could have stayed longer. My thanks again for their hospitality.

John, I don't remember who's taking me across the bridge. Take a look at this picture. I'm sure you can identify everyone. How about the look on your face! This photo was taken in 1959.

Top O' Mornin' Ti Ya!!!

Happy St. Patty's Day to All. I hope you find a green beer in your hand, corn beef on your plate, and an Irish Joke on your lips!

Hey Lori, if your in NYC for the 4th, contact Katey. She lives in Astoria, and would be glad to say hello and visit with you. But check in advance, she submitted a paper to a college in England for review, and was accepted, so she may be travelling to Manchester around that time!

Jimmy, who the heck was taking you across the Peace Bridge?!?!?! Wow! Weren't those simpler days? Just a stroll across the bridge, no passports required, no photo IDs, toll was probably 25 cents. Probably no King Edward Hotel then either....

Rumors Are True

Yes it is true, Mike, Lori, Maria, and Emma will not be visiting Buffalo and Redwood this year. It really is making the girls sad. Mike and I really enjoy our family so we are feeling the loss of our annual trip. But it is for a good reason. My sister Jul is getting married on Long Island July 4th. We have planned quite an event and it will also mark Lori and the girls first time to Long Island and NYC.
So if anyone will be in the Tri-state area July 4th weekend maybe we can meet up for coffee or something. *Disclaimer I may have a nervous bride in tow so plan accordingly!

Barrett Reunion

I heard through the grapevine that the Barrett reunion is in Buffalo this year, and will be held on August 1st? If so - we'll be there! I just booked tickets for Karl and the kids and I to head up to Buffalo this summer for Katey's wedding, and we'll be there through August 2nd.
Can't wait to see everyone!
Kira

Jim's Pictures

At last pictures of my childhood surface. There are a couple of Mark and Me and one of a Barrett who's name I forgot taking me across the Peace Bridge.

A belated HAPPY 60th. BIRTHDAY Elizabeth. May you have many years of happiness.

Love,
Jimmy

Hello Family

We don't have much to report. Emma went on a class trip this past Friday to St. Augustine.
She had a grand time.
Mr. Lee Greco came over for dinner Friday. We enjoyed an evening of Tacos and Alice's famous taco sauce. Mike has really mastered the recipe. We put it on tacos, chips, and ate it off spoons. Sooooo Good. We are taking orders and pricing will vary depending on how much Mike can tolerate you. HeHe! No we don't have time for that! Make your on sauce!

We enjoyed viewing all of Lizabeth's birthday picks on Katey's Facebook and it looked like everyone who could attend had a lovely time.
Enjoy Your Week!