Family Fourth…
Yesterday was the 4th of July. Another special Holiday that we celebrate
here in the United States. Another
special day when families get together for a family outing where we can slow
down and catch up.
I made my homemade baked beans. I made a smaller batch than I usually do and
made them in the oven instead of the roaster I make BIG batches in. They turned out fairly well. There was a nice, smoky flavor to them and I
think that everyone enjoyed them. I
still have a nice amount for me to enjoy for a couple of meals. I love being able to make these beans and can
only do so for a big gathering.
The big day was at the home of my brother-in-law, Al and I
had not seen him for more than a year.
He splits his time between Pennsylvania and Florida. Last year was not a good year medically for
him. He spent many days in the hospital
before getting a pacemaker that seems to have solved all of the issues. He looked very healthy with a nifty close
cropped haircut that I have never seen him wear. It was also comforting to see him finally
admitting that there are some things he can no longer do.
The three sons who live in the local area came to the
celebration. Allan came for a while and
cooked the burgers and dogs for us out in the suddenly sweltering heat. Albert brought dessert and a pasta salad that
were yummy. Ed brought his kids, Eddie
and Nicole. His wife, Lisa, had to work
and we missed seeing her. Al’s daughter,
Nancy, and her family, Jeff and Steven, were not there. Nancy has been in the hospital with
uncontrolled high blood pressure. They
are trying to get the blood pressure under control before they release
her. I am happy to report that as of
last night she was finally feeling much better and might be released
today.
It is always nice when family can get together. The Boylan family are part of my late husband’s
family. They welcomed me into the family
when I married Rudy and have kept me in the family after he died. I love them all very much.
It was a delightful day.
Thanks Al for opening your home for the day.
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