There were five siblings in 1957. From left to right:
Gary, one year younger than me. Died 2010
David, six years younger than me. He will be retiring in just a few days.
Randy, two years younger than me. Died 1970
Becky, four years younger than me. In a nursing home after the effects of a stroke.
Me, ten years old. Retired and writing this blog.
Merry Christmas to all.
Our siblings know us best and are our first friends (and sometimes enemies). I am so sorry for your loss of your brothers. That picture must mean so much to you.
ReplyDeleteIt is one of my most favorite pictures.
DeleteThis post tugs at my eartstrings. I wish you a happy Christmas and a healthy and prosperous new year. I can't dwell on Christmases past or I will spend the day weeping. May all your Christmases be bright.
ReplyDeleteThank you. No weeping. This is a happy memory.
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ReplyDeleteI think some of most memorable and meaningful blogs I read are those that share pictures of family. Whether current or of years past. Your brothers and sister - beautiful budding blossoms on your tree. And one in full bloom with a beautiful smile.
ReplyDeleteMay you have a happy Christmas too.
Merry Christmas. Your words are so poignant.
DeleteIt was incredibly satisfying to see this picture of you and your siblings at Christmas in 1957. Beautiful children. I, too, have lost 2 younger brothers in adulthood.
ReplyDeleteI am sorry for your loss. I hope you have lots of happy memories. There are two younger siblings who are still alive and kicking. This was just a very special picture to me.
DeleteWhat a sweet picture of you and your siblings! Sad that two have already passed on and so young. I hope it is a nice Christmas for you and yours!
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I do love this picture.
DeleteLovely, but sad mamories. Have a good Christmas Diane
ReplyDeleteSome have worse memories. And we were lucky to be alive after this picture. We went out of town to our grandmother's house for a vacation right after this picture was taken. Our house burned to the ground that night.
DeleteA wonderful picture to have. Have a Merry Christmas.
ReplyDeleteAs I keep saying it is a favorite. Merry Christmas.
DeleteI was glad to read in the comments, Emma, that this was a happy Christmas memory for you. Thanks for sharing it with us. Merry 🎄Christmas to you and your family and all the best for the coming New Year.
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas and Happy New Year.
ReplyDeleteI love the pictures of our past. You looked like you could run the show :)
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas.
Being the oldest I very often ran the show. I still tend to take charge of things. It is something I try to fight.
DeleteGood memories standing together makes for the best Christmas. I bet you ran the show!
ReplyDeleteI love this picture. It is a good memory.
DeleteRegarding Gary, I still enjoyed stuffed animals at age nine (my favorite was a homemade "pajama dog"), but I wouldn't have wanted other boys to know.
ReplyDeleteA Happy New Year to you too.
A lot of other boys that age got stuffed animals that year. I guess the two of you were not alone.
DeleteOh thank you for this lovely post dear Emma !
ReplyDeletethis is such a treasured image ,i know how precious is for you my friend!
you were eldest of all your siblings and survived so beautifully i can see that :)
i think family is our root and staying connected to our root makes us fulfilled and strong always
hugs!
hope you had wonderful Ch
Christmas!
ReplyDeleteMy Christmas was wonderful. Yes family is the most important thing.
DeleteI think some of the most memorable and meaningful blogs I've read are blogs that share family photos. Both current and past years. Your siblings-beautiful flower buds on the tree. A blooming beautiful smile.
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