The day that it Happened

Dad on his retirement
Etna, NY
November 18, 2012

Thanks to all who have passed on their thoughts, prayers, and condolences on the passing of my Dad. The outpouring of love and concern has been inspiring and comforting.

It was a much harder day than I had imagined it would be.

But some good things happened. I snubbed my nose to the Secretary of Health and Human Services by getting a COVID-19 booster! Haven't missed one yet. I also received my annual flu shot at the same time. 

This morning, I restarted my genealogy work after realizing I did not know my Dad's mother's middle name. I discovered it and began running down some genealogy. It is very interesting. I always thought her last name was Dutch, but I discovered it is English, or German according to some sources, and means "battle-maiden". In German it means "battle bear". 

-- Bob Doan, Tequesta, FL