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Date Posted: 04:22:02 12/09/24 Mon
Author: Hagfish
Subject: Re: Happy Holidays to all!
In reply to: Bonnie's Kid 's message, "Happy Holidays to all!" on 08:24:05 12/01/24 Sun

>Hoping that each of you have a happy holiday season
>and prosperous New Year!
>
>The holidays were usually pretty stressful around
>Bonnie's house in the 50's & 60's. Dad was often on
>the road and mom (Bonnie) tried her best to keep us 4
>kids in line and reasonably happy and healthy through
>the hustle and bustle.
>
>After grandma passed on, mom had little opportunity to
>get a break as those old time interventions were
>undertaken without her assistance. My older sister was
>now pressed into action, especially with our 2 younger
>sisters. I was usually expected to care for myself.
>
>Mom was still pretty obsessed with those expected
>"chores", but the various rubber delivery systems were
>readily availabe to address any daily expectations. My
>sister had become much like mom and followed through,
>much to the chagrin of my little sisters. I took care
>of myself for the most part.
>
>The New Year brought about hopes for some newer
>resolutions, but regularity was always high on the
>list.

Happy Holidays! What are your plans this year?

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  • Re: Happy Holidays to all! -- Harvey, 07:28:00 12/09/24 Mon
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