My dad loved his little sister, but he had issues with her when they were young.
I can see the boy Charlie being embarrassed by his sister.
Also, taking care of her as a baby wasn’t high on his to-do list, but if Mama said to take care of Lee, Charlie did it, if not exactly how their mother expected.
I hope you enjoyed this story from my dad.
Until next time, that’s all there is from Sunnybook Farm.
Copyright 2022 By Susan Manzke, all rights reserved
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.
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.
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.
I took my three grandchildren to Seymour for Music in the Park on Wednesday evening. They ended up on stage.
They helped and then won $2 each for being the farthest visiting Seymour.
I’m proud that they ran prizes to winners of the door prizes. (Wyatt won a $10 gift card from Don’s Market!)
My three got popcorn for their efforts which they didn’t expect.
Until next time, that’s all there is from Sunnybook Farm.
Copyright 2022 Susan Manzke, all rights reserved.