Friday letters

 

Hey there!  It's been a while since I put pen to paper.
Here's a few ....

Dear Daddy,

I hope you had a wonderful Heavenly birthday, surrounded by all you ever imagined.  And more!

Guess what!?   I never dreamed I'd see your suitcase again -- but when your grandson and Lois were preparing to move, they discovered this stored among Grandma's belongings.   Surprised, how small it is, compared to my own oversize bags.  Then again, I remember what a meticulous packer you were.

How you loved your label maker, affixing names to anything that didn't move. (LOL)   

Let's see ... Name. Address. Telephone Numbers.

"It's been more than 40 years. How likely is it, that number's still valid?"

  

Then, "What could it hurt?"
Which of your workplaces matches this number?  I'd a 50/50 chance.  

Ring, ring.  Male voice answered; mumbled something I couldn't understand.
 

"Good morning, is this J-16?"   

Curt reply, "No!"  Slams phone.   (Whoa! Did someone lay an egg in his Wheaties?)

I've no idea what I'm going to do with this, but probably use it to store linens.  Still, it makes me happy to have it.

✏️

Dear Joy,

I was so surprised to see your message on Frank's memorial.  It's been what, nearly 3 decades?

Back in the day, it was my honor to marry the two of you.
Shortly thereafter, y'all moved to New Orleans.  Aside from the occasional holiday greeting, we drifted apart.  You divorced, moved to New York City and became a model.

I recently left condolences on-line.  Then, a few days later, your note:

"Miss you, Myra!  Thank you so much for all you did to marry us and your sincere friendship.  You were always there for him/us and it will never be forgotten. ❤️"

Color me, feeling nostalgic.
... and grateful.

✏️

Dear Cindy,

Great idea, girlfriend!

While at Bible study some of y'all (not me!) were sharing how sometimes you feel overwhelmed.  Too many places to see, people to do.

I thought your tip was genius:

On a monthly calendar, choose a square -- any square -- and write in big red letters:  "NO!"

Then, when someone asks you to help/do/be on that date you can smile and say, "Sorry, I've already got something on the calendar."

(heh, heh)

Self care matters!

🎇

Have a fabulous weekend!

Hugs, Myra