(Dogs 32)
We were riding home. It was happening all over again -- this rapt happiness in a new dog. We were bringing home someone new, someone warm and cuddly, someone as yet a stranger but soon to be a memboer of the family.
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September 21, 2013
August 11, 2013
Look for my dog
(Dogs 14)
"This is the ideal time to look for my dog, Daddy. I am sure there are ads in the paper. Just look -- will you please? There aren't any places to get German Shepherds at home. Please?" -- "Skip, honey, those are great big dogs. How can we have such a big dog in the house?" "I'll take care of him, Mother. Only look! Please."
"This is the ideal time to look for my dog, Daddy. I am sure there are ads in the paper. Just look -- will you please? There aren't any places to get German Shepherds at home. Please?" -- "Skip, honey, those are great big dogs. How can we have such a big dog in the house?" "I'll take care of him, Mother. Only look! Please."
April 17, 2013
Reciprocity
(1980 memoirs)
It was fun going out with Sammy Meyers, but soon he was going with a girl from a sorority house. I could understand this very well because by doing so he got invited to their parties, and I had no way to repay him for his invitations to West Hall, etc. Later on the girls from town did organize and entertain, but not that year.
It was fun going out with Sammy Meyers, but soon he was going with a girl from a sorority house. I could understand this very well because by doing so he got invited to their parties, and I had no way to repay him for his invitations to West Hall, etc. Later on the girls from town did organize and entertain, but not that year.
March 28, 2013
Special English Class
(1980 memoirs)
Then someone in High School had a brilliant idea. This was to form a Special English Class made up of all the English A students from all the grade schools in town to be taught by Tess O'Brian, a splendid teacher and I went. Also some boys. One was later a senator -- what was his name? A judge. I wish I had a picture of this group.
Then someone in High School had a brilliant idea. This was to form a Special English Class made up of all the English A students from all the grade schools in town to be taught by Tess O'Brian, a splendid teacher and I went. Also some boys. One was later a senator -- what was his name? A judge. I wish I had a picture of this group.
March 20, 2013
Another 8th grade
(1980 memoirs)
My parents could never have made a better decision [than sending me into town to repeat eighth grade]. The whole grade was new. Not a thing I ever learned in country school seemed to be repeated, tho it may have been. The teacher was about 40, slim, pretty, experienced, a good teacher.
My parents could never have made a better decision [than sending me into town to repeat eighth grade]. The whole grade was new. Not a thing I ever learned in country school seemed to be repeated, tho it may have been. The teacher was about 40, slim, pretty, experienced, a good teacher.
March 18, 2013
Arithmetic
(1980 memoirs)
I did pass some [parts of the entrance exam] but failed Arithmetic, probably because along the way one teacher, not wanting to bother with my being the only one in my class, shoved me ahead. So I was always very poor in that field and blamed it on this teacher.
I did pass some [parts of the entrance exam] but failed Arithmetic, probably because along the way one teacher, not wanting to bother with my being the only one in my class, shoved me ahead. So I was always very poor in that field and blamed it on this teacher.
December 14, 2012
Drain & cool
[In Frankie's house] a large hinged, covered drain took care of all dirty water. And lord, now that I think of it, I have to say it was in the dining room; however, actually rarely used. As to refrigeration, I recall things like butter and milk being kept covered in the earth-floored basement; for the rest, I guess we just went to the store more often.
September 14, 2012
Buffalo Bill stuff
(1929 August, Buffalo WY
Oh, nearly everyone at Cody is so fed up on this Buffalo Bill Stuff -- they can't abide it any more. It's played up constantly and becomes painful.
Oh, nearly everyone at Cody is so fed up on this Buffalo Bill Stuff -- they can't abide it any more. It's played up constantly and becomes painful.
July 25, 2012
Remote
(1966 July 4)
[Mary Margaret, at RC hospital for tonsillectomy] has a wonderful corner room (#325) - the Housner Room - complete with TV high over the dresser mirror. The first thing she did as we waited for nurse to come in was to snoop in all the dresser drawers. In the top dresser drawer she immediately pulled out a gadget and started snapping it. She said, "Gee - I never saw one of these before. It must be remote control." It was, and the Picture showed on The Box. I was sorry it didn't operate something else just to teach her a lesson.
[Mary Margaret, at RC hospital for tonsillectomy] has a wonderful corner room (#325) - the Housner Room - complete with TV high over the dresser mirror. The first thing she did as we waited for nurse to come in was to snoop in all the dresser drawers. In the top dresser drawer she immediately pulled out a gadget and started snapping it. She said, "Gee - I never saw one of these before. It must be remote control." It was, and the Picture showed on The Box. I was sorry it didn't operate something else just to teach her a lesson.
July 22, 2012
Suit up!
(1966 June 24)
Also a word about the swimming pool. There is now a fence around it, and no one allowed in without a bathing suit on. So mothers who do not trust the life guards wear their suits so they can enter the area. So you could bring yours.
Also a word about the swimming pool. There is now a fence around it, and no one allowed in without a bathing suit on. So mothers who do not trust the life guards wear their suits so they can enter the area. So you could bring yours.
July 19, 2012
Makeover
Spent the evening at Jean Birkett's, where the women of our church met. She has a new living-room curtain arrangement. The bottom part of her windows have small working shutters, while the top is monk's cloth with fringe that pull. You will have to see it. Transforms the room and surely is different.
July 12, 2012
Mantel clock
(1969 February 9)
Thought to replace our mantel clock [inherited from Alfred Kay, which sounds Westminister chimes - at all the wrong times]. If so, $450. Few chimes made today! May try again to get this one repaired. [Still goes out of sync in 2012.]
Thought to replace our mantel clock [inherited from Alfred Kay, which sounds Westminister chimes - at all the wrong times]. If so, $450. Few chimes made today! May try again to get this one repaired. [Still goes out of sync in 2012.]
July 2, 2012
Something new
1968 March 20, First day of Spring
As Lorin came home at noon, I was finishing licking an envelope at my desk. "I just threw Caution to the Winds" I said. "And ordered a dress and cape at Simpson's. What's new with you?" -- "Look outside," said he. Looking out, I spied a gold four-door Cadillac. "Whew!" said I. Then he explained: as he was coming home [in his Oldsmobile] Frank Jones [client & GM dealer] caught up with him at Hestitunes with this car they had been waiting to come in. So they traded so Lorin could try it out. So there it was. Beautiful. Convenient to get in and out of. Our last car. You know, every time Lorin (the Bank) uses his car, he salts away fifty cents so when it is time for a new one, he has a car fund ready.
As Lorin came home at noon, I was finishing licking an envelope at my desk. "I just threw Caution to the Winds" I said. "And ordered a dress and cape at Simpson's. What's new with you?" -- "Look outside," said he. Looking out, I spied a gold four-door Cadillac. "Whew!" said I. Then he explained: as he was coming home [in his Oldsmobile] Frank Jones [client & GM dealer] caught up with him at Hestitunes with this car they had been waiting to come in. So they traded so Lorin could try it out. So there it was. Beautiful. Convenient to get in and out of. Our last car. You know, every time Lorin (the Bank) uses his car, he salts away fifty cents so when it is time for a new one, he has a car fund ready.
June 28, 2012
ABC book
(1968 February 21)
So glad to get your letter, and I have been trying to get some pix to fill out Lawrence's ABC book, but we take almost no magazines that have pictures any more; however, I think that pictures of the family would be interesting to include - E for Elizabeth, G for Gail, M for Mama, etc. This does not mean I have stopped looking, and will send on any I come across.
So glad to get your letter, and I have been trying to get some pix to fill out Lawrence's ABC book, but we take almost no magazines that have pictures any more; however, I think that pictures of the family would be interesting to include - E for Elizabeth, G for Gail, M for Mama, etc. This does not mean I have stopped looking, and will send on any I come across.
June 26, 2012
Detour
(1968 February 3)
The Seminary [Street] bridge is unsafe and closed and being worked on, therefore all traffic to clinic etc. goes by our house, including school buses, trucks, etc. Big difference. People walk over the dam. Cabs charge 50 cents instead of 40. I was going to town to do a few errands but doesn't seem wise to add a dollar to my small purchases, so may rest up and go with LL at one some other day. He works late - TAXES.
The Seminary [Street] bridge is unsafe and closed and being worked on, therefore all traffic to clinic etc. goes by our house, including school buses, trucks, etc. Big difference. People walk over the dam. Cabs charge 50 cents instead of 40. I was going to town to do a few errands but doesn't seem wise to add a dollar to my small purchases, so may rest up and go with LL at one some other day. He works late - TAXES.
June 25, 2012
Auditorium remake
(1968 Februry 3)
Friday spent nearly all day abed and took pills and was OK to go to opera at night. The Auditorium has been painted pale blue. All the gold cupids and trim done over. New furnace. Red covers on seat backs. Red carpet. It was "La Boheme" in Italian from Wis. U. and very well done. There were two sets - actually painted on each side. The interior of attic became outside of tavern. I was intrigued.
Friday spent nearly all day abed and took pills and was OK to go to opera at night. The Auditorium has been painted pale blue. All the gold cupids and trim done over. New furnace. Red covers on seat backs. Red carpet. It was "La Boheme" in Italian from Wis. U. and very well done. There were two sets - actually painted on each side. The interior of attic became outside of tavern. I was intrigued.
June 24, 2012
Daddy days
(1968 February 3)
Daddy did well this afternoon. Brot a lemon pie home in perfect order. He works away at his coin book and has a new Bach organ record. Tax time again. At the annual [parish] meeting last Sunday, he asked, at close of meeting, when we would be able to discuss this new service with Fr. S? And a few choice phrases not complementary. Next day, Fr. S. came by to see me, and Wed. night called by invitation, and he and LL had a very good private talk 8-11, but no concessions. At least, communication. Monday, yesterday, hestarted his coin book over from beginning. Probably all for best. Different approach.
Daddy did well this afternoon. Brot a lemon pie home in perfect order. He works away at his coin book and has a new Bach organ record. Tax time again. At the annual [parish] meeting last Sunday, he asked, at close of meeting, when we would be able to discuss this new service with Fr. S? And a few choice phrases not complementary. Next day, Fr. S. came by to see me, and Wed. night called by invitation, and he and LL had a very good private talk 8-11, but no concessions. At least, communication. Monday, yesterday, hestarted his coin book over from beginning. Probably all for best. Different approach.
June 19, 2012
Modern Colonial
(1967 November 2)
Last night Auxiliary met at Alice Read's - new people here who built a house beyond Meadows on top of hill. Looks small from road, but many rooms. Frautschi's Madison [furniture store] did living room - theme is Modern Colonial - no maple furniture [like Polly's colonial], all walnut, all quiet and good taste. Mr. Read has a study with old fashioned desk, sofas, etc. In basement, a shop - saws, etc. Children have their rooms in basement. Also big playroom, etc. Many closets. Also a family room.
Last night Auxiliary met at Alice Read's - new people here who built a house beyond Meadows on top of hill. Looks small from road, but many rooms. Frautschi's Madison [furniture store] did living room - theme is Modern Colonial - no maple furniture [like Polly's colonial], all walnut, all quiet and good taste. Mr. Read has a study with old fashioned desk, sofas, etc. In basement, a shop - saws, etc. Children have their rooms in basement. Also big playroom, etc. Many closets. Also a family room.
June 11, 2012
Foreboding
(1967 September 10)
Church this morning and a warning in the sermon that things will be changed by the Seattle Triennial. Highlight the Mass and toss out the Confession and Creeds is what I gather will be done. Well, many old bishops will be against that and perhaps some were present in 1928 when the Prayer Book was first adopted, and they certainly will feel traditional, as you can guess we do.
Church this morning and a warning in the sermon that things will be changed by the Seattle Triennial. Highlight the Mass and toss out the Confession and Creeds is what I gather will be done. Well, many old bishops will be against that and perhaps some were present in 1928 when the Prayer Book was first adopted, and they certainly will feel traditional, as you can guess we do.
April 19, 2012
Living together
(1993 July, end)
There is a girl who has helped Ruth [Andrews] for years. She has a car, and they go shopping in that when several things are needed. Ruth asked me if I had ever heard of two people living together who were not married, and I said, "Yes, many times." She said so was the case with this girl. Actually very nice in spite of that, but she had never heard of it before. I thought to myself of one noon at lunch when Daddy was so exhausted he couldn't speak, but finally said he wished all couples did that. I was amazed and horrified, and he said he had so many divorces, most married a year only. And he would favor trial marriages.
There is a girl who has helped Ruth [Andrews] for years. She has a car, and they go shopping in that when several things are needed. Ruth asked me if I had ever heard of two people living together who were not married, and I said, "Yes, many times." She said so was the case with this girl. Actually very nice in spite of that, but she had never heard of it before. I thought to myself of one noon at lunch when Daddy was so exhausted he couldn't speak, but finally said he wished all couples did that. I was amazed and horrified, and he said he had so many divorces, most married a year only. And he would favor trial marriages.
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