Last evening, relatives gathered to celebrate Uncle Ed's 90th birthday, which occurs on February 7th. We had a wonderful time getting reacquainted and visiting. We also enjoyed a soup supper that the catering company of Phyllis, Robert, Edwin, and Karilyn prepared. There were three soups to choose from: potato/ham, chili, and chicken noodle. (I admit to having sampled each one, declare them all great, and wish I had some available for the Super Bowl this afternoon.) After supper, Uncle Ed entertained us by responding to memories and questions that all of us shared with him. We learned, for example, that he was once (and may still be) the Cedar County shotput record holder. We also found out how he got his nickname (Windy). Evidently, he was accused of talking to the batters incessantly when he played catcher on the Clarence baseball team. He also told us about how he and my father were raised by their grandmother after their mother died, how they got to school in Clarence--sometimes by pony, and many other things.
Naturally, there was lots of picture taking going on. Here are some from our camera. First of all, here is the honored guest, his lovely bride, and their children, followed by a second shot that includes the spouses.
All of the grandchildren and many of the great-grandchildren were there too.
Here is one of the whole family.
Finally, just to prove that we were there, here is one taken of us by Uncle Ed's great-granddaughter Mariah. I think she is going to be a fine photographer--she made us all look pretty good!
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Great pictures, Bill and Kathie! Thanks again for coming to Clarence last night...Grandpa and Grandma are still glowing from the celebration! I'm glad they convinced Grandpa that a party WAS a good idea. He agrees now! Have a great week!
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