Building a kiddy stool

Tom here.

Here's a fun little show for you.

I've got a question for my cousins. Our grandfather spent his whole life building houses. Many of our dads were talented carpenters. Is anyone in OUR generation doing any woodworking or house building? How about sharing some pictures.

Memorial Day

Tom here. I decided to repeat this post from last year...with no changes.

This weekend is a long weekend, and some might remember that it is Memorial Day, a day for honoring those who gave their lives to keep this country safe and free.

A few years ago I discovered a terrific audio program on the net about our oldest cousin, Lanny, who died in the Viet Nam War in May of 1970. Each year I make it a part of my Memorial Day weekend, to honor the sacrifice Lanny made for our country. The picture at left was taken at Christmas time, about five months before Lanny died.

Check this out. Click here. Listen to The Moving Wall, by Jane Ladouceur (Ron's wife) and Personal Records, by Ron Ladouceur. Thanks, Jane and Ron for doing such a terrific job and sharing.

You can also see Lannie's information on the Virtual Wall by clicking here. You can leave a tribute if you like.

Have a wonderful and safe Memorial Day weekend, and do something special to honor a veteran who paid the ultimate price for our freedom.

Kelley graduates...family is proud

Tom here. Kelley graduated from Cabarrus College of Health Sciences. We are very proud of her. This is all of us. Now, on to the wedding in July.

To Everyone,

Our nephew/cousin Michael Daoust, got marrried on March 18, 2009 to Debbi Lewis at United Methodist Church in Watervliet, NY.

They had a very small wedding party on march 25, 2009, attending was Aunt Yvette, Uncle Don, Aunt Marie, Uncle Guy, Aunt Yvonne, Aunt Irene, Uncle Bill, Mike and Jenny (Mike's son).

He is very happy!!!

His address is: 11 Tanglewood Drive, Albany, NY 12205

Love, Aunt Irene

Devon's Prom

Devon went to his JR. prom last weekned and I thought I would share the pictures. He had a great time. They sure grow up too fast!!!

Benefit for Colleen Motler

In July of 2008, Colleen received the news that the cancer she had fought off during the early and mid nineties had returned. She went through major surgeries and chemotherapy, but the cancer is proving to be a tough fight. The harsh side effects of the treatment forced her out of her job and Colleen is now consumed by things other than her health.

Her closest friends and family have decided to throw her this fundraiser to be held on Sunday, May 31st at The Paddock in East Greenbush, NY. At the Paddock we will be having a music, barbeque and raffles. Anyone wishing to purchase a ticket ($15.00) to attend, donate a dish or make a monetary contribution please contact Colleen's son JJ, Carolyn Gracey or Aunt Frankie.

Any help at all would be greatly appreciated.