Monday, March 26, 2018

Among My Late Uncles Photos, this vintage Cincinnati scene


My Uncle was a camera bug--in a class by himself. I found many scenes, slightly noire, taken in the 1940's and '50's, black and white, of street scenes in the grittier areas of Cincinnati.  I call this one "The Swing Bar". I wonder if it still exists?

Friday, March 23, 2018

Between Yard Work and Family Health Issues, we've been busy!


Much hedge trimming was needed this year in our yard; finally I have time to be able to do this work on time.

Last week, a cherished family member had a cardiac event, followed up by surgery. We are thankful all is well by now.

But sadly, I'm not able to reflect, organize photos, etc to re-shape the blog.


Thursday, March 15, 2018

It's Like This Here...



It's late winter and early spring; cool, with some lovely days. My Snow Drops are blooming but so far that is all. Siberian Squill will be next, along with Crocuses.

I have been busy with some deferred yard work (shrub trimming, etc.) and income tax prep, house cleaning ahead of a Holiday Dinner. 


To Remember Dad's 103rd Birth Anniversary, Something Different

 My Grandparents on my Dad's side were both "bonus babies", kids who were born to much older parents, long after they expected...