We enjoyed visiting former parishioners in Fonda and Pomeroy, Iowa. Many of those who were farmers have moved to town - often the farm stands empty while a neighbor or relative farms the land.
It was especially pleasing to see the girls' former babysitter, Ann Dresback, who is now 94. It was sad to look at the vacant lot where the Pomeroy church once stood next to our former parsonage which has also been sold. Both of the towns have lost most of their businesses, but it was encouraging to see that a major windmill farm now covers the entire distance between Fonda and Pomeroy.
Beth, Ken, Lynley, and Sam all look great. Sam's Friday night football game was a good news/bad news affair. Sam scored his first touchdown of the season, but the team committed numerous fumbles which enabled the Algona, IA team to win 28 - 12. Unfortunately, this scenario repeated itself in the Iowa - Northwestern game on Saturday.It was great to see Lynley flourishing at the University of Iowa. She is one of the coxes on the university rowing team; she may get to travel to San Diego and Massachusetts. It was a treat to go to the Amana Colonies for supper on Saturday night.
Flood damage was ev
ident on the many closed buildings on the University of Iowa campus. This afternoon we stopped to take a hike in an Illinois state park only to find that it was closed due to flooding of the Illinois River ten days ago.
ident on the many closed buildings on the University of Iowa campus. This afternoon we stopped to take a hike in an Illinois state park only to find that it was closed due to flooding of the Illinois River ten days ago.The Adventures of Super Grandpa: While in South Dakota, Grandpa experimented with some genetic engineering between rabbits and antelope. He developed a new species that is large enough to ride. Grandma (Manga) was very proud of his scientific genius and submitted his name for a MacArthur award.
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Man what a good looking girl in Iowa city! Hope your interviews go well.
That is a good-looking girl in Iowa City! Yea to Sam on his touchdown. He's just too good for his team. I can't believe the picture of Ann Dresback. What a trip! Our house was a neat picture, too. We had a busy weekend. I had to do a luncheon at church. Andy and I went out on Sat night to a Nepalese restaurant and Grandy watched the kids. Libby will audition for Godspell tomorrow night. You are on the homestretch now, guys! XOSarah
Happy belated birthday, Bill! I wrote a long comment last week and then lost it before it was posted. Your travels sound wonderful, and I know you and Judy are having a marvelous time.
Our home has not sold, but we have a St. Joseph buried in the yard in the hopes that it helps! We close on our condo next Tuesday.
When do you return to the east?
Big hugs, Judy (and John)
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