Uncle John was quite the man! He was short but strong. He took risks, even to the point of riding a minibike! He was a constant reminder of the 50's tough guy.
But he also loved his family: his wife (Rhoda), his children and grandchildren.
He lost his legs to diabetes, but I will always remember his brave approach to life as he learned to walk with his artificial legs. He never let his illness defeat him!
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Joe Yates
This is my father-in-law, Joseph Clair Yates. While he is not a Swartz, his daughter married one! ;-)
I always loved Dad Joe's sense of style which really comes out in this old photo.
I always loved Dad Joe's sense of style which really comes out in this old photo.
Saturday, February 21, 2009
Remembering Christmas Past
This photo was taken in the late 60s (I'm guessing 66 or 67). First, I love the “modern feel” of the look: the drapes, the TV, the Christmas Tree, the clothing. Second, remember when people dressed up for Christmas! Third, Kevin, do you still have that tie? It is a keeper.
Of course, I wish I did have the tie my father was wearing.
Of course, I wish I did have the tie my father was wearing.
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Kevin, Cindy, Alan
As the weather turns cooler and as Fall sets in I can't help but think of harvests and Thanksgiving next month. Here is a picture of me with Kevin and Cindy taken in a field behind my grandparent's house (probably when we still lived next door to them). Don't you love the clothes? Especially Kevin's Autumn colored theme blending in with the corn in the background.
I'm not sure of the exact date of this photo. I'm not even sure of the year.
I'm not sure of the exact date of this photo. I'm not even sure of the year.
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Garold and Ida Mae Swartz
I really miss my grandparents.
They were such an important part of my life.
Among my earliest memories of my Grandfather was his willingness to play catch with me, I especially remember him tossing a whiffle ball in my direction.
One of the last memories I have of my Grandfather was playing a game of passing a ball back and forth with him.
Even with the Alzheimer's he could remember that I was one of his grandchildren. God bless him.
Read what my father had to say about him.
They were such an important part of my life.
Among my earliest memories of my Grandfather was his willingness to play catch with me, I especially remember him tossing a whiffle ball in my direction.
One of the last memories I have of my Grandfather was playing a game of passing a ball back and forth with him.
Even with the Alzheimer's he could remember that I was one of his grandchildren. God bless him.
Read what my father had to say about him.
Paul in Barnes and Noble
Okay, this is my youngest son. How can I not be proud of him?
Paul is currently enrolled in the culinary arts school at Wake Tech. We are so proud of what he is doing and we so enjoy what he is learning - LOL - what a wonderful gift, to be able to share your talents in the kitchen with those you love,
May your abilities expand to bless many with hospitality and generosity as it has been shown to you my your Lord.
Paul is currently enrolled in the culinary arts school at Wake Tech. We are so proud of what he is doing and we so enjoy what he is learning - LOL - what a wonderful gift, to be able to share your talents in the kitchen with those you love,
May your abilities expand to bless many with hospitality and generosity as it has been shown to you my your Lord.
Jo Anne leads the Mixed Chorus
This is the woman I married!
This is the woman I love.
This is the woman I see whenever I look into the eyes of my beloved.
This IS the woman I love.
:-)
This is the woman I love.
This is the woman I see whenever I look into the eyes of my beloved.
This IS the woman I love.
:-)
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