10/10/74

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ELIZABETH!!!!!!

Don't Worry

"There is only one way to happiness and that is to cease worrying about the things which are beyond the power of our will."

~ Epictetus

I have been bummed lately because my sciatica has kept me from enjoying any serious hiking. I did go for a short 5 miles at Bandelier on the weekend. On the way back we stopped at an overlook and took this picture. The Black Mesa is out in the distance on the left, the Rio Grande River is flowing through the canyon, and the Sangre de Cristo Mts are on the right. Ah, there is nothing like some outdoor time to refresh the senses!

Party

I was cleaning out some photos and came across this polaroid snap. The back is dated December 10, 1967 so I assume it is Doug's birthday ... although Doug is not in the picture. But look at that lovely chocolate bear cake!

I have some other pictures that I will scan and post over time. If any one else has some old pics I would love to see them!

Hot Fun in the Summertime

I was watching the Sopranos and I thought I recognized the entry gate for Palisades Amusement Park ... although I have not been around that area for MANY years and I know the park is now closed. I remember going there and riding the rollar coaster. I loved it! (Although now I could never) One time we went and they were giving a box of goodies (candy, cookies, foodstuff) to each paid admission. Dad was mightly pleased when he walked away with 7 goody boxes.

The Secret

Is anyone reading or practicing this these days? I'm hooked!

Forbes Ave

I remember living on Forbes Ave in Tonawanda.

During the winter it was very cold and alot of snow. Dad made an igloo in the back yard using a cardboard box as a mold. Grandma DeOre sent us some knitted nose warmers (link courtesy of Liz). They basically were knitted cones with a tassel on the point and strings to tie around the head. I am sure there are no pics of those and I am sure they looked very silly!

Dad worked in NYC and came back on Friday night. There was usually an order out for fish dinners (catholics). I remember the smell of the place that made the dinners. It lingers on in my mind (nose) as the smell of a good fish platter.

We had a big console stero unit and there was plenty of music going -- Nat King Cole, Perry Como, Ray Charles.