Archive for March, 2008

A Loving Tribute to My Uncle Charlie

Wednesday, March 5th, 2008

Uncle Charlie at a Family Reunion in 2000 - wearing a tee-shirt tribute to his Mom Celia Moller
When I was growing up I knew him as my Uncle Sonny!   He was my mother’s younger brother and named after his father.  To me it was just a name, with no conotations and it surprised me that when [...]

Beate and Family

Tuesday, March 4th, 2008

It’s been 20 years since Beate lived with our family for a year as an Au Pair.  She came to us from Germany.  We loved her and she became a part of our family.  Her family visited several times over the years since then.
Beate recently sent me an email with the wonderful photo of herself and her [...]

Hawaiian Flowers

Sunday, March 2nd, 2008

We have been coming to Hawaii for the past 5 winters. I am always so impressed with the flora and fauna here. There are several botanical gardens “up country” which means part way up the side of the volcano. The elevation assures more moisture and a slightly cooler climate than at sea level. I [...]