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Little sister, Lee, by Chuck Paska

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My dad shared stories about his sisters. Here are two about his little sister, Lee.

When Dad told the story about the fence, he had many more details. His written account is shorter but still fun.

I’m glad I can share his stories here. I only wish I could share him telling them.

Aunt Lee counted on her big brother throughout their lives. Dad was her protector when things went bad.

She loved garage sales and got along really well with Bob’s sister, Ginny. Often, those two were off looking for finds at garage and rummage sales.

I’m sure happy that Dad wrote down some of his stories. These are a bit of him that I carry with me and love.

Until next time, that’s all there is from Sunnybook Farm.

Copyright 2022 Susan Manzke, all rights reserved.

Another piggy story by my dad

Chuck -- Susan's dad, Chuck Paska story, Family

My father was the greatest storyteller I’ve known. He used all kinds of expressions when he spoke. Too bad you can’t hear these stories from him in person.

Dad passed away in 1991. I’m happy I have his written stories that I can share with family and friends. It keeps a part of him alive for all of us.

Enjoy.

Until next time, that’s all there is from Sunnybook Farm.

Copyright 2022 Susan Manzke, all rights reserved.

Pork Chop Day

Chuck Paska story, Family

During the Great Depression, people raised livestock in their backyards. Here’s a story my dad wrote about having pigs in Calumet Park, Illinois.

We never raised pigs when I was a kid. I saw one being butchered at a friend’s farm and I couldn’t eat pork for years. I guess I take after my dad.

Funny that eating homegrown chickens didn’t bother my dad. It sure bothered me. Like he said, “It’s like eating your friends.”

I hope you enjoy this true story from when my dad was a boy.

I’ll read another in a future blog.

Until next time, that’s all there is from Sunnybook Farm.

Copyright 2022 Susan Manzke, all rights reserved.

A Chuck Paska story

Chuck -- Susan's dad, Chuck Paska story

My dad always told fun stories about his boyhood. Everyone always wanted to hear them when we had family gatherings. This is one of my many favorites.

I hope you enjoyed this retelling. If you want to read my interpretation, check out my novel, Chicken Charlie’s Year. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=chicken+charlie%27s+year&crid=2EC5EC9S7JBKT&sprefix=chicken+charlie%27s+year%2Caps%2C214&ref=nb_sb_noss

I felt like my dad was with me when I wrote this book.

Until next time, that’s all there is from Sunnybook Farm.

Copyright 2022 Susan Manzke, all rights reserved.