Jim's 20th AA Birthday Party

Forgot to post about Jim's 20th AA birthday party in Laguna Beach on

November 15th. Matt, Jim's partner, organized the entire party which included food, entertainment, and many speakers letting Jim know just how proud they are of him. I am very proud of him too!

Thanksgiving in Ohio

Just got back from Ohio after a great Thanksgiving weekend. Steve and I spent the weekend at his mother's house in Owensville OH. Betty, Steve's mom, had lots to eat, some treats from an Amish bakery, along with all of the normal Thanksgiving foods. Steve's brother Bill made a visit from Atlanta along with his wife, Sherry, and son, Brandon. Michael, a friend of Betty's, also visited from Kentucky. This is a snapshot of Steve, MaryLou (Steve's sister), and Bill at the kitchen counter. Next stop Christmas at Stephen's house in Sylmar, CA.

Spent Halloween in Sylmar, California at my brother Stephen's new house. Went to Disneyland on Friday with Jim, Matt, and Don. Hallowen party at Stephen's on Saturday. Guests included Danna, Denis, his 2 girls, Mike S., Jim, Matt, Don, and others. Took a midnight walk to the graveyard that was right nextdoor. Saw my ghoul friend, notice picture, among the tombstones. Actually that is Steve at the party. We did hear bells tolling at the graveyard! 8-)