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I accept your challenge!
I can't think of a memory that I never told anyone but I
always loved when Grandma and Grandpa came to Vegas in
their cool RV (but back then they called it a camper). And
I TOTALLY want some heavenly hash ice cream right now!!! I
thought it was only MY Dad who knew of that stuff haha.
- Friday, September 21, 2007 at 17:53:04 (PDT)
Author: erindell@hotmail.comThe Eun Challenge
"Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband
also, and he praiseth her."- Proverbs 31:28, KJV
I am throwing out "The Eun Challenge" to all of you.
Please put a Eunice Stevenson memory (one per person) on
the Circle Letter to honor our Grandma! (or Mom, Great-
grandma, whatever the case may be)Please try to make a
memory not shared previously in person or in print. Thank
you so much. I was inspired to do this while watching the
70th b-day video for Grandma. I appreciate your assistance
with me in this matter.
P.S. I am proud of both of you,
Tommy and Uncle John.
Love,
Lisa
- Friday, September 21, 2007 at 17:39:49 (PDT)
Author: rockets23@embarqmail.comHappy Birthday Mom, Gramma, Great Gramma
Hi Mom.
It's hard to believe it's been almost tem years since you
left us.
Rumor has it though that Dad is throwing you a big party
with a nice big cake and "Heavenly Hash" ice cream.
I'd tell you to have a wonderful day but that would be kind
of redundant wouldn't it. : )
We all love you and miss you.
See you later!
Dan
- Friday, September 21, 2007 at 10:54:51 (PDT)
Author: gorecop@aol.comGo Johnny, go, go, go!!!
Wow Johnny, you the man!! I know the feeling to get back
into those old jeans again. I recently got up to 203,
then joined a biggest loser contest at work (with 4 of us)
and guess what, I took the title with a loss of over 20
pounds in about 6 months. This was done only through
changing my eating habits. It was awesome to go from tight
36s to 33s - my goal was to get back into my 34s. So I
agree with Johnny, and I followed the same diet type, less
of what I normally eat. The work out part is hard for me
too, but that is my next step and will get me to my final
goal of 5-10 more! Chocolate is still a challenge for me,
but a little bit, once in a while from one candy bar per
day has worked well for me. Don't give up!
Love,you, Tommy (jr.)
- Friday, September 21, 2007 at 09:45:57 (PDT)
Author: tstevens@visteon.com@@@@ 164 (1/2) @@@@
Hello all you Bransonites,
I just wanted to let you know that I have reached my
weight goal....when I was in Branson, I weighed 182 which
was about 25lbs lighter then when I started losing weight
in April (206-210 apprx.) My goal at that time was to weigh
165...well I've made it, and the only thing I had to do was
starve myself everyday! Actually I ate (almost) everything
I ate before, only so much less.... Instead of half a
pizza, only 1 or 2 slices...instead of 2 double
cheeseburgers, fries, pie, and a large coke....1 grilled
chicken wrap, with water....instead of a large bowl of ice
cream with chocolate syrup whipped cream nuts etc... 1
popsicle....I chewed a lot of gum...cereal for breakfast
and dinner (most of the time) The only thing that I have
pretty much stopped eating is chocolate and most other
candy....Now that I've gone under 165, my new goal and
average weight I want to stay at is 163....I'm now working
out on my home gym (again)...I've been at it now 5 days a
week, 15-20 minutes a day for 4 weeks... I'm just beginning
to notice some results....Although it is so hard to force
myself into the exercise room each morning, I'm hoping to
stay at it from now on....So any of you who want to loose
weight, take it from me, it is possible...if I can do it
you can do it....the most fun part is now getting into size
32 jeans, when before I started loosing weight my 38's were
almost too tight.....
Love and with Joy
John
- Thursday, September 20, 2007 at 17:34:58 (PDT)
Author: jjnk@bellsouth.netSad Day for the Hayes Family
Dear Family:
As many of you know, Carol Hayes O'Connell passed away
this morning from kidney complications along with other
health problems. She was 67 years old. Our prayers and
deepest sympathy go out to her children, to Sharon and
Bill, and to the entire Hayes family.
The funeral will be held on Wednesday at 10:00 at St.
Perpetua Church in Waterford. She will be laid out at
Elton Black Funeral Home in Union Lake.
Brian and I went to the St. Theresa Reunion last Friday
night and we saw many friends of Brian and his brothers
and we saw Mary Anne Stackpoole and I told her about
Carol's illness.
Mom and Dad were honored at Our Lady of the Lakes
Homecoming Game on Saturday. Gerry, Kelly, Sally and I
went to represent the family. We got to go out on the
field and they presented us with a framed plaque with Mom
and Dad's name on it as honorary alumni of OLL. Gerry and
Kelly will keep it right by Fr. Delaney's picture. It was
really nice. Erin Shaughnessy wrote the article. I think
you will be receiving one in the mail.
Well, that's all for now.
God bless you,
Nancy
- Sunday, September 16, 2007 at 17:52:33 (PDT)
Author: bhnhr12@comcast.netGreat Idea Janie
I really like the pajama party idea...what a blast....The
park idea is also a great one, isn't that the same park
where Paul had his graduation party? I'm sure there will
be plenty of gatherings just like in 91....I remember back
in 91, that was before automobiles....no no no, that was
before computers.....no no no, I guess that was before
92...well anyways it will indeed be great to be with
everyone again in person and by cell phone (I thought that
was pretty cool in Branson) Let the parties begin!!
Much love and with Joy
John
- Thursday, September 13, 2007 at 06:08:20 (PDT)
Author: jjnk@bellsouth.netReunion
Remember the reunion of 1991? There were various get
togethers going on all weekend. We had the main reunion at
Brian and Nancy's Green Lake house. We could do something
like that. I say we rent that big pavillion at the park on
Andersonville Rd. Plenty of space...playscape for the
kids...close to our homes in case we need anything. I am
sure that most of us here in Michigan can come up with
accomodations (a big pajama party). It would definitely be
cheaper than renting a place for all of us.
Any other suggestions? Love ya all........Janie
- Thursday, September 13, 2007 at 03:21:26 (PDT)
Author: jimnjane@comcast.netfamily runion
Hi everyone,
I've been on line forever trying to find a place to
accomadate this huge family of ours with no luck. Short of
the place we had last time, there's nothing (cost wise).
We were thinking maybe those of you from out of town could
hook up with family in Michigan. We could also block a
bunch of hotel rooms near by for those who'd like that. We
could have picnics at a park, or our house (like we did for
Jeff's wedding) have it catered, maybe rent a tent, what
ever it takes. Too much time has gone by and time is
short. Please help us brain storm. I know we can come up
with something. We're looking at the weekend of July 24th -
27th. HELP !!! Call Me.
All is well in the Lucca family. TJ and Liam were just
here the week before Coles wedding. It was a nice time.
We love getting to know that boy. Ami's back in school
again. Stevenson & Madeline are in 1st and 2nd grade
already. Matt is plugging away at his building company...
a scary time for sure. My new "WivesRUs" job is starting
slow but sure. For those of you who don't know what that
is, you can go to our web-site www.wivesrus.com.
And by the way, a quick p.s. about my Danny and Nancy's
wedding memory... Denny Potulsky was only 8 years older
then me(almost to the day, we shared June birthdays
together). He was a perfect gentleman and I had a ton of
fun because I felt so grown up. Denny was close family
friend then and still is today. We saw him at Mrs.
Garalk's memorial service and he looked great and it was so
good to see him again !!
Cheers and love to you all, xoxoxox Sal
- Wednesday, September 12, 2007 at 07:31:33 (PDT)
Author: sallyjlucca@aol.comHappy (belated) Birthday Suzanne
When I got back to work today I saw on my calander that
Suzanne's birthday was last Saturday.....Well Suzanne, I
hope your day was lovely...and I hope this entire year
turns out to be your best one yet!!!
Love and with Joy
John
- Tuesday, August 28, 2007 at 09:31:29 (PDT)
Author: jjnk@bellsouth.netHappy 44th!
Like Johnny, I remember 44 years ago today because, after
getting my license in May, I immediately got a ticket and
Dad took my license away for the summer. But Dad relented
and let me drive on this day because I was the Best
Man at Bob and Diane's wedding. Apparently, I did a good
job because he never asked for my license back and I just
kept driving.
Anyhow, thank you Bob & Diane for getting married so I
could get my license back. : )
I hope you have a great day and many, many more to come.
Love,
Dan & Nancy
- Friday, August 24, 2007 at 09:57:41 (PDT)
Author: gorecop@aol.comAnother Anniversary???
It seems to me that Bob & Diane's Anniversary is today...Am
I right? I missed Dan & Nan's because we were decorating
the church hall for Sarah & Johnny's Wedding
Celebration/ Reception which is tomorrow (actually today)
and Chris & Sally were amazing!!!! Couldn't have done it
without them! So happy belated wedding anniversary to you
two, Dan & Nan...and if I am right... to you Bob & Diane as
well!!
I love you all...
Mary
- Thursday, August 23, 2007 at 21:55:59 (PDT)
Author: jamg1971@aol.comcatching the bouquet
Hi Dan and Nan,
I too remember your wedding. Mom and Dad thought I was way
too young to bring my boyfriend at the time, Steve Moultrup
(who after 40 years, I am happy to say, am still good
friends with) and yet they let me attend with Denny
Potulski 12 years my senior because he was Johnny's best
friend, had a real nice car and kind of liked me. Funny the
things you remember. Anyway, I caught the bouquet. I felt
soooo grown up, all 13 years of me. How wonderful that
time has only done you two better. God Bless you both for
many many more years. Cheers. love Sally & Tony
- Thursday, August 23, 2007 at 17:25:04 (PDT)
Author: sallyjlucca@aol.com!!!!!! Dan and Nan 39 years !!!!!!
My how time fly's....I thought for sure you guys got
married in 1969.....but now I know it was in 1968....now I
also know that you guys will indeed be playing golf at a
fancy resort this weekend...
Have a blast!!!!
John
- Thursday, August 23, 2007 at 13:08:09 (PDT)
Author: jjnk@bellsouth.net!!!!!! Dan and Nan 38 years !!!!!!
Hiya kids, Hiya Hiya Hiya,
I remember back in 1969, not long after I graduated from
Lakes...how fun it was to be a best man....never been a
best man before or since, so this was one to
remember....I hope your day is totally special...filled
with lot's of golf and good food (what could be better)
if not today, perhaps this weekend...
Love and with Joy
John
- Thursday, August 23, 2007 at 07:54:55 (PDT)
Author: jjnk@belsouth.netPBS 1965 Reunion
Hi Everyone,
My PBS grade school graduating class of 1965 is having
a reunion next summer (many of you know this) They have put
together a cool web site www.PBS1965.net They want to
have as many pictures as they can find. I don't have any,
but I thought that maybe some of you may have
some....please let me know...you could scan them and send
them to me via e-mail or you could just send them to me and
I will make copies and send them back....I'm having a blast
reconnecting with people I knew 43 years ago.....I hope
your summers have all been wonderful...
Love a million,
John
- Sunday, August 19, 2007 at 14:22:56 (PDT)
Author: jjnk@bellsouth.netCrime Solved !
So happy to hear that the missing photo crime has been
solved because the owner of the original photo was
about to call in the FBI !!!
ehs
- Friday, August 17, 2007 at 16:46:55 (PDT)
Author: tomnesther@comcast.netCORRECTION
The preceding heading was supposed to read "Titanic Photo
Update" due to circumstance beyond our control, an
error occured....if you wish to report this to microsoft,
press here ***** otherwise remain on the line for
further instructions.....
- Friday, August 17, 2007 at 13:23:31 (PDT)
Author: jjnk@bellsouth.net***** Titanic Photo's Udate *****
We interupt this family circle letter to bring you this
special news bulletin.......Titanic photo's which were
recently taken in Branson Mo. have been spotted by hidden
camera being mailed at a US post office in Cullman
Alabama...undercover agents said Thursday Aug 16 was the
actual mail date....all titanic passengers are to be on
the look out for small white packages being delivered to
their mailboxes....we now return you to your family circle
letter already in progress.....
- Friday, August 17, 2007 at 13:05:49 (PDT)
Author: jjnk@bellsouth.netMore Birthday blessings!
Kelly~
We too send our birthday blessings to you on your 49th!!!
all our love,
John & Mary
ps
Also...Can't wait to see your new place!
- Monday, August 13, 2007 at 18:21:57 (PDT)
Author: jamg1971@aol.comHappy 49th Kelley
Well I guess you can say this has been a whirlwind
summer for you guys, although it seems like it's always a
whirlwind for you two...go go go all the time...That's
great.....I hope this is such a great birthday, you'll be
enjoying it for a year....God bless you Kelley, we
wish you a very happy and blessed Birthday!!!
Love and with Joy
John
- Monday, August 13, 2007 at 10:23:49 (PDT)
Author: jjnk@bellsouth.netHappy Birthday Terry and Andrew!!!
Wow...
More birthdays to celebrate..Andrew you are 19!!!!
Amazing and Terry can you possibly be 51?? Man, I remember
when YOU were 19!!!! And Andrew...I STILL have your baby
pictures of you in a shepherd costume when you were about a
year old.. or in the back pack carrier on your Dad's
back...how did nineteen years fly by like that??? We were
watching the video of the Green Lake House of N & B when
You and Anna were walking in the yard holding hands... I
think you must've been 2 or 3 at the most... and
snap...just like that you're NINETEEN and she is the mother
of 2!!! Unbelievable!!!
Well~ I hope whatever you birthday boys both do
today ...you are happy,
healthy and that God blesses you RICHLY...
We love you both so much!!!
(Uncle) John, (Aunt) Mary, Cole& Sarah, Conner, Cody,
Gabbie, Sarah Jane & Johnny and little Lucy Jane!!!
- Monday, August 06, 2007 at 21:43:26 (PDT)
Author: jamg1971@aol.comoh my goodness!!!
How can it possibly be? 44???? Oh , I can totally remember
having you on my lap and you were trying to mouth the
word "HI" after me but you were about 8 months old and
weren't even talking yet... but you had enough hair that we
would comb it in a waterfall hairstlye...so cute!!!!
well...happy day to you, Jimmy...and by the way... GREAT
JOB singing that Wednesday at our church :)
I love you!
Aunt Mary
- Friday, August 03, 2007 at 10:11:08 (PDT)
Author: jamg1971@aol.comJimmy Boudreau 44 "Get Out of Here"
It seems like only yesterday was the day after Tom and
Esthers 48th wedding anniversary...No no no....It seems
like only yesterday I was riding you on my 250 suzuki
motorcycle (oh how dangerous!) And the day after that you
were spending the night with me and Joy asking if Elton
John was ever a member of the Rolling Stones, because of
the lyrics of Philidelphia Freedom, and the day after that
you had kids of your own....phewww.....I hope your day is
spectacular! Happy Birthday Jimmy!
love and with Joy
John
ps. Alabama is a lovely place to visit (hint hint)
- Friday, August 03, 2007 at 09:41:08 (PDT)
Author: jjnk@bellsouth.netHappily ever after
Hi everyone...
Been out of town for a short time but home again and we
too wanted to wish T&E a happy 48th !! At 4 years old, I
felt sooo grown up at your wedding. Don'y you just love
having a memory !! God Bless you all. Love Sally and Tony
p.s.
John, I've begun the challenge of the STEVENSON'S family
reunion. Good News to follow.
- Thursday, August 02, 2007 at 18:55:17 (PDT)
Author: sallyjlucca@aol.comWhat a difference a day makes...
Tom and Esther~
MY OH MY...it seems like only yesterday
it WAS your 48th Anniversary !!!
Sorry we missed the actual date... hope it was
WONDERFUL!!!!
Love you~
John and Mary and our gang
- Thursday, August 02, 2007 at 04:53:19 (PDT)
Author: jamg1971@aol.comHappy 48th Mom and Dad
Wow - Happy 48th Anniversary Mom and dad. It seems like only
yesterday it was the day before your 48th anniversary !! How
time flies !! We all love you alot and hope you had a great
day.
Love, Mike and the Canton 5
- Wednesday, August 01, 2007 at 21:23:10 (PDT)
Author: mike@stevensonsignaturekitchens.com48 YEARS OF WEDDED BLISS
Whenever August 1st comes around one of the first thoughts
I have is "Happy Anniversary, Tom and Esther." As Tommy
said, "it seems like only yesterday" that we were picking
out the bridesmaids' dresses (which were really beautiful,
by the way). They could make a remake of "It's a
Wonderful Life" and tell your story. Congratulations on
your journey of 48 years!
"May the Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make His
face shine upon you, and be gracious to you; The Lord lift
up His countenance upon you, and give you peace." Num 6:24-
26. I wish you many, many more years of happiness.
Love, Nancy and Brian
- Wednesday, August 01, 2007 at 07:05:41 (PDT)
Author: bhnhr12@comcast.netWhat do 48 and 30 have in common?
Well today when you think of 48 and 30, you get my Mom and
Dad's Anniversary. Yes, 48 years today! and 30?
30 members in their immediate family as a result of the 48
years together.
It does not seeem possible that 48 years have gone by. It
seems like yesterday that we were on Snowden building that
huge snowman, and now 4 of your 16 grandchildren are
college students!
So as the song goes! (well the extended version anyway!!)
Esther and Tommy sitting in a tree. K-I-S-S-I-N-G.
First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes Mary in
the baby carriage, followed by Tommy, Mike, Kathy, Jenny
and Danny. Then comes marriage again adding Doug, then
another baby carriage filled with Melissa, then Mike.
Marriage again with Jeanne, then baby carriages with
Mitch, and Sophie. Marriage with Mike M., more baby
carriages with Katie, Carly, and Molly. Another marriage
with Debbie, more babies in the baby carriage - Julia,
Jack, Jessica, Dillon, and Michael. Marriage again with
Chris, Marriage with Jill and still more baby carriages to
fill with Emilie, Marshall, Grace and Lillian!!
What a fun ride you must be having! We wish you many,
many more! So today we hope you sit back, relax and smile
over the many blessing you have been given, I know we
will. Thanks for all of us!
Love, all 28 of your "kidlings"!!
- Wednesday, August 01, 2007 at 06:38:37 (PDT)
Author: tstevens@visteon.comHappy Birthday to the "Babe"
Wow, 49 years old....seems like only yesterday I was
pushing you in the baby carriage at the lake...Wasn't it
Grand! or I should say isn't it Grand! I hope your day is
certainly blessed, full of fun, family, and friends,
This year will be your best one to date, full of new
adventures (starting this weekend) and much love... You'll
be amazed at what blessings God has in store for you....
!!!!! Happy Birthday Gerry !!!!!
love and with Joy,
John
- Wednesday, July 25, 2007 at 06:15:13 (PDT)
Author: jjnk@bellsouth.netjoining the 49ers!!!
Wow! 49 already??? just think Gerry... it was 30 years ago
I wrote that peom for your 19th Birthday about it being
your last year as a teenager...isn't it amazing how fast it
goes by??? Yet why does it seem like when you're a kid
waiting for 3:00 to get here so school can get out seems to
take FOREVERRRRRRRRR???? But seriously...we hope this last
birthday before you turn FIFTY is your best one to
date...with your new home move this weekend and friends and
family who love you so much...you're blessed more than most!
So ... HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU...HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO
YOU...HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR GERRY...HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!!!!
May Jesus Christ richly bless you today and throughout this
coming year~
All our love,
John & Mary and the kids and grandkids :)
- Tuesday, July 24, 2007 at 20:32:25 (PDT)
Author: jamg1971@aol.comHappy 49th!!!
HAPPY 49th BIRTHDAY Gerry!!!
We hope it is wonderful and blessed and that your move
this weekend goes very smoothly!!
We love you, Tommy and crew
- Tuesday, July 24, 2007 at 07:58:54 (PDT)
Author: tstevens@visteon.comTITANIC PHOTO'S
Ahoy Mates,
I just wanted to let all those who went aboard the
Titanic in Branson, that the copies of the photo's turned
out great, and are almost in the mail....You should of had
them already, but I just keep looking at the bag with the
photo's and the envelopes needed to send them, all I have
to do now is put the photo's in the envelopes write the
address on the envelope and take them to the post office,
which I intend to do very soon...I hope your all having a
lovely summer...our son James goes back to school 2 weeks
from yesterday...yikes!!! (5th grade already?)
I love you all so much!
John
- Friday, July 20, 2007 at 11:31:12 (PDT)
Author: jjnk@bellsouth.net7-7-7...a day made in heaven!
T.J. and Rachel~
Wow! What an awesome thing to be wishing you both a
GLORIOUS day for your wedding...It's FINALLY here and ALL
of your family couldn't be happier for you!!! What a
wonderful life awaits you both!!!!
God bless you and always remember...Jesus Christ is
your "SOURCE" ...if you seek HIM first...it TRULY is an
AMAZING ride!!! check it out~
I love you!
(your favorite) :)
Aunt Mary
- Friday, July 06, 2007 at 23:11:39 (PDT)
Author: jamg1971@aol.comIt's still your birhtday, Jeff!!
Oh my goodness!!! It's ten minutes to MIDNIGHT on the 4th
of July so I still have time to officially wish you a HAPPY
BIRTHDAY Jeffrey... hope your day was a BLAST!!!! That is
just SO cool to know that your birthdays will ALWAYS be
celebrated with fireworks!!!What a fun day to be born!!!!
We love you, Jeff~
God Bless you
xoxoxoxox,
Aunt Mare
- Wednesday, July 04, 2007 at 20:54:07 (PDT)
Author: jamg1971@aol.comfamily fun
Let's all just move in together like the hippie days of the
60's on some big ol' farm. I love the 4th of uly the most.
Mary, I know you're all about Christmas. Is there no end?
As the say about Mary Poppins....everyday's a oliday with
you. Speaking of that, Happy Birthday Jefferson !! I love
you all. Pray for the red white and blue. Sal
- Wednesday, July 04, 2007 at 04:17:47 (PDT)
Author: sallyjlucca@aol.comlove the fireworks!
Hey Johnny~
I loved your @$%*! FIREWORKS!*$@ display...
it was VERY festive!!
I,too, hope everyone has a safe fireworks night
all around the country wherever you might be!!!
And I agree with you, Johnny... I have ALWAYS wished our
whole family could be together on a special holiday...but
what holiday would be the best????
I think Christmas would be nice but the 4th of July would
be SOOOOOOOOOOOO fun too!!!
Hmmmm... any other ideas?
love you all~
Mary
- Tuesday, July 03, 2007 at 20:49:07 (PDT)
Author: jamg1971@aol.com@#$% Happy 4th of July @#$%
Hi Everyone, I just wanted to say that I hope you all have
a very fun, very safe, 4th. I wish we were all
together...One of our sibling reunions needs to be on a
holiday someday...I love you all...Be sure to have a blast,
but be more sure to drive sober.....
Love and with Joy
John
- Tuesday, July 03, 2007 at 19:06:16 (PDT)
Author: jjnk@bellsouth.netPRAISE REPORT!!
Dearest Family of Ours,
We just wanted to share a praise report and to ask for
prayer for us once again. After the phenominal trip to
Branson we were driving back to Michigan and the road trip
took it's toll on Kelly's legs and she had what we'll call
a "mini MS attack". She took some bad falls and hurt her
ankle and it was very difficult for her to get around. She
is doing quite well now!!! During this situation I truly
knew how important it is to sell this house to prepare us
to downsize our house payments whereby we could get by okay
if I were to retire after I get my 30 years in (Next
month!!). I plan on staying with GM for a while because
there are rumors that a nice cash offer may be coming to
encourage us to retire so we'll see!!! But in talking to
God I told Him that we place our home and the downsizing
situation in His hands and within a couple of days a lady
came to see our house and made us an offer and we counter
offered and she accepted it!! CASH!! We close Monday July 2
and we have 10 days to be out! Don't know where were going
but we're placing that in His hands too! (Poor God)!!It's
so wonderful to follow such a Supreme Lord!! We are at
Peace. Thanks everyone for your continued Love and Prayers
for us and we are looking forward to the Stevenson Full
Family reunion (Frankenmuth?) next year. The way I had the
lottery when we raised money for Mom's nursing care was a
50-50. each month. 50% went out in prizes and 50% went to
help Mom but the truth be known: Almost all of it stayed
for Mom-Gram. Is our family something or what!!!! We Love
you all so very much, Gerry and Kelly
- Thursday, June 28, 2007 at 18:26:09 (PDT)
Author: GerryandKelly2 @aol.comHappy Birthday Sally Anne !!!
Hi Sally, I still can't believe you could ever be 30
something...I hope today is really special for you...I wish
I could give you a hug, just for being such a sweetie!
Ok,
Here is a birthday story...Once upon a time there was king
who lived in Africa....all the people lived in thatched
roof houses including the king...The king decided he needed
a regal throne and had one delivered to his house...The
kings wife was very upset because she wanted everyone to be
equal..She decided to take a little vacation, but told the
king the throne better not be there when she got back...The
king was enjoying his new throne for days and days...one of
his servants was watching for the queens return..oh oh, she
decided to come back a week early, and the king hadn't got
rid of the throne..so he sent another one of his servants
to take the throne far out in the woods, so the queen
wouldn't be mad...but the throne was too heavy for one man
to carry, so the quick thinking servant took a rope and
hoisted the throne high up in the rafters out of
sight...Well the queen came home, got the king and said
let's go see if you still have that throne....they went to
the house and the king walked in and was standing right
under the throne telling the queen that the throne was no
longer here, when suddenly the rope broke and the throne
came crashing down, killing the king...The king learned a
valuable lesson that day...
"People who live in grass houses shouldn't stow thrones"
Happy Birthday Sally
Love Uncle John
- Thursday, June 28, 2007 at 05:05:57 (PDT)
Author: jjnk@bellsouth.netBrother Bill
Happy Birthday Bill. I love you with my life. You have
always been one of my 8 brothers whom I love, and like
alot too. God Bless you good. Cheers.
p.s. On a completely different note, if you haven't
RSVPed for the wedding please do. 12 days and counting.
WOW, PTL !! I Love you all, and John, after the wedding, I
am all about the family reunion plans. Sally
- Monday, June 25, 2007 at 18:30:49 (PDT)
Author: sallyjlucca@aol.comYes! Happy Birthday Billy!!
Billy~
you ARE like fine wine... you get better with age!!!
I hope this is your HAPPIEST yet!!!!! We LOVE you so much!!!
all our love!!!!
John, Mary and the rest our gang :)
- Monday, June 25, 2007 at 16:53:03 (PDT)
Author: jamg1971@aol.comHappy Birthday Bill (Dad)
"I will bless the LORD at all times, His praise shall
continually be in my mouth"-Psalm 34:1
Let me just add a verse to the below song:
"May the Dear Lord bless you
May the Dear Lord bless you
May the Dear Lord bless Billy
May the Dear Lord bless you"
Happy Birthday to a fine
gentleman/father/grandpa/brother/uncle etc. etc. Yes, it
is my Dad's birthday once again, and I am still
getting used to seeing a "six" before whatever year that
is! Just the other day, Charlene said to me "I can't
picture Grandpa with black hair". Wow! Or should I
say "Ouch!" But, Dad you are like fine wine that is aging,
I like to think!
My Ma wanted me to share with you all her comments on
the Branson trip. She said in so many words (exact ones
escape me) "People could really learn from the Stevensons.
There is so much love, acceptance,laughter, and they just
in general 'get along'!" She was blessed to be able to
visit with all the sibs/spouses and sit in on
the 'Stevenson jam session' that you all had.
So, 'Pop's, when you see this someday on Erin's laptop, I
just want to say "Love ya! Miss ya!" and I will be calling
you later today...
Love,
Lisa
- Monday, June 25, 2007 at 08:45:58 (PDT)
Author: rockitzrg23@earthlink.netIt's Your Turn Billy
Happy 66th Birthday Bill,
I know you probably won't see this, but many of us
will...therefore I hope that many of us will call you
today and say something like this...
Happy Birthday to you
Happy Birthday to you
Happy Birthday dear Billy
Happy Birthday to you
Have a most wonderful day, and keep squeezing that ball!!
With Joy and much love
Brother John
- Monday, June 25, 2007 at 08:09:29 (PDT)
Author: jjnk@bellsouth.netHAPPY BIRTHDAY
Author: lb630@webtv.net HAPPY BIRTHDAY BROTHER BOB
On behalf of the entire Stevenson phenomenon, I want to
wish you a very..very happy birthday, and hope that your
day is and has been completely special!!! Isn't it
amazing how much younger "63" is than you thought it would
be....almost sounds vintage doesn't it.....
with much love
John
- Friday, June 22, 2007 at 13:16:08 (PDT)
Author: jjnk@bellsouth.netSweet Repeat!!
2008 will be here sooner than we realize... but I would
like to hear some feedback as to how the family LOTTO
worked out during that year or two before the 2001 reunion
was held ( thanks in GREAT part to SALLY! )
SO....... Sal~ Did it work? Were we successful? Did we help
very many people get back here to the 2001 Reunion??? Was
it too much work? Would it be better if we had an actual
committee this time?
If it would be worth it to have another one~ but too hard
to take on the SOLO task of it all ... well let's figure it
out!!!
By the time the next one gets here it will have been SEVEN
YEARS since the last one and all those who THEN were only
SIX YEARS OLD will be teenagers... That is just
incredible...In 2001, Mattie "Moo" Sakalian was the newest
baby and last on our FAMILY CIRCLE of LOVE T- Shirt
design... How many babes have been born since then or will
be born by next year ( Hmmmm... anyone with any news????)
Or will Lucy Jane be the last name on the new list? So...
C'mon~ let's hear some SERIOUS feedback A.S.A.P so we can
put some plans into action!!!
2008 ...sounds GREAT, indeed!!!!!!!!
I love you all and can't wait to start reading the ideas!
Love & Hugs
Mary
p.s.
Our own little family has grown to TEN now...what's some
other family total counts???? Can't wait! Any ideas for a
DATE???
- Wednesday, June 20, 2007 at 20:13:28 (PDT)
Author: jamg1971@aol.comREUNION 2008
It just sounds exciting doesn't it....Ok, so it will be in
Michigan.... Ok, full blown reunion..... Ok, now what?...
Oh by the way, I wanted to say "Thanks Gerry for that cool
Mickey Mouse shirt"....the other morning after we got back
from Branson, I was going through my closet trying to
decide what to wear, when I came upon that shirt..and
thought "What a cool thing for Gerry to do".... Also,
I just wanted to be
the very first person to say Happy Birthday brother Bob
(June 22)
I hope your day is just perfect...I can't wait to
start hearing some details about "Reunion Great in 2008"
I love you all dearly!!!
With Joy
John
- Wednesday, June 20, 2007 at 09:44:43 (PDT)
Author: jjnk@bellsouth.netNO WORDS TO DESCRIBE IT
Hi Family!
I'm still basking in the memories of June 2nd through June
7th, 2007....a week to treasure forever! Everyone's
comments are so special and heartwarming; I had to write
and mention a few thoughts myself.
Suzanne, you are so right! A blessed trip if there ever
was one. We all certainly had the favor of God above. I
can't wait to see everyone's pictures and reminisce and
reminisce and reminisce.
I still say the whole thing was pretty miraculous and it
should have made national news or Oprah or something. (Am
I going overboard?) Some of the older grandchildren were
sure jealous and wanted to be part of the group.
Now we must start to think about next year and an entire
Stevenson family reunion for anyone who can possibly
come. The general concensus is that Michigan would be the
logical place because it is the "home" where we were
raised. I would hope that all the siblings would be able
to be there no matter where we gather for our reunions
each year....California, Arizona, Las Vegas, Alabama,
Maryland or Michigan.
Anyway, it was so wonderful to see everybody and just
enjoy each other and look around at all the beautiful
faces, some of which we don't see often enough. We sure
had fun. I think that Sally and Tony missed their
calling; that was just one of the many highlights. The
Tuesday night jam session was priceless; the fishing was
so fun and I just enjoyed Glen and Andy to no end.
So, I just want to say I love you all and may the Lord
continue to bless this family with all spiritual and
natural blessings from on high.
Nancy
- Monday, June 18, 2007 at 09:20:37 (PDT)
Author: bhnhr12@comcast.netBlessed Branscon 2007
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Bob Anderson brings to Branson his Las Vegas style dinner show.
Bob has worked all the great night clubs around the world. His
style is reminiscent to the greats like Bobby Darin, Sammy Davis,
Jr., and Tony Bennett. Bob Anderson is in the "Casino Legends
Hall of Fame" in Las Vegas, and brings that quality of show to
Branson. Make your reservations today for a wonderful dinner and
a fantastic show!
Partly sunny. Widespread showers and thunderstorms late in the
morning...Then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in
the afternoon. Locally heavy rainfall possible late in the morning.
Do we all know how blessed we were to have the weather we had
while we were there and coming and going? Oh my God!
Yesterday they said roads were closed down in that area. I'm so
glad no one had to drive through dangerous conditions or fly
through thunderstorms.
Thank you so very much Bob, Diane, and Scott for making it
possible for James and I to be there for all the fun and love.
I am always amazed the loving feeling we all share and enjoy.
Everyone is always so loviing, generous, helpful, and thoughtful. I
feel like I should do more but it is done before I even know there is
anything to do.
Being part of a group of 24 caring and loving individuals if only for
a few days fills me with a joy I carry around before and afterwards
makes me a much better person.
Thank you all for the special moments and I can't wait to see the
photos either. I know John Garlac took some incredibleably
beautiful shots.
Love, Suzanne
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- Wednesday, June 13, 2007 at 12:12:42 (PDT)
Author: suzanne1@sonic.netSome Things Money Can't Buy
Gas for long road trip $200.00
Lodging for 4 nights $250.00
Sight seeing, food, and entertainment $200.00
Spending time with loved ones PRICELESS
Needless to say, I'm still savoring the moment...
with Joy,
John
- Tuesday, June 12, 2007 at 04:09:07 (PDT)
Author: jjnk@bellsouth.net"The Reunion"
I know that Mom and Dad were smiling down on us in Branson.
Jim and I take many trips in the '32..and believe me, we
have never gone anywhere that it did not rain at least one
of the days. What a love filled - fun filled time. We were
looking at our pictures last night and it is just amazing
to see all 24 of us together. It was fun to break up into
small groups...the conversations were amazing. Tuesday
night's jam session was such a magical night. Mike was so
incredible...I think we should adopt him!! Being able to
sing with Billy was a memory that I will treasure for the
rest of my life. To quote a phrase from Brian....
"GOD IS GOOD" :)
Thank-you John..you have made me very happy!!
We love you all....Jim and Janie
- Saturday, June 09, 2007 at 03:32:51 (PDT)
Author: jimnjane@comcast.netWhat a WEEK!!!
Just want to add my THANKS for an AMAZING week as well....
EVERYTHING was awesome... and it was such a blast seeing
ALL 24 each day with such incredible weather ( just
OUTSTANDING!!!) Janie~ Mission accomplished...I actually
got a tan :) The nightly singing, card games, 10,000, the
many conversations...the variety of things we all got to do
together and in little groups...meeting Mike, the guitar
player friend of Bob Anderson, will never be forgotten and
if we ever get the chance to hang out with him again, well~
we should take it! What a player and I loved watching Sally
& Tony's reaction to his Kenny Loggins songs...I can't WAIT
to see ALL the variety of photos that were taken... And it
was great to see Bob & Karen wasn't it?? Well ...I can't
say enough!!! I am still blown away!!!!!
I love you all and I PRAISE GOD for blessing me with SUCH A
GIFT to be a part of this family!!!! and I can't wait till
we all meet again...Hopefully next year!!!
GOd's blessing on everyone!!!
Love,
Mary
- Friday, June 08, 2007 at 12:37:35 (PDT)
Author: jamg1971@aol.comwekcome back
Man GOD is GOOD!! It is sooo fun to see Johnny and Nancy B
on this thing again. John's right, Branson was wonderful!!
Life is short, family is forever. (so is heaven) Hope
everyones travels went well. Can't wait to do it again
next year. It's NEVER too early to plan. Call Chris
from "Wives R Us"... It's what she does BEST. I love you
all xoxoxo Sally
- Thursday, June 07, 2007 at 19:40:12 (PDT)
Author: sallyjlucca@aol.comWhat a reunion!!!
Hi Everyone!
Well since I was the first one home, I get to be the
first one to tell everyone else what a blast we had!! Just
to see everyone at the same time, and to sit and
visit....sweet! Branson was a cool town with a GREAT
riverwalk, lots of cool shops, tons of entertainment...Bob
Anderson was fantastic.....still looks 30ish...The Titanic
was truly amazing...The fishing was good, so was the golf,
so was the horseshoes....so were the sing a longs...we had
a great cookout, fun by the pool....So much fun just to be
together.....Thanks Chris for helping to put it all
together...Thanks to each and every one of you for making
this gathering one of the best ones yet...I love you all,
and I can't tell you how lucky and blessed I feel all the
time just for getting to be one of the 12....I'm already
looking forward to the next one!!!
With Joy
John
- Thursday, June 07, 2007 at 18:32:26 (PDT)
Author: jjnk@bellsouth.netLots of Love
Nancy, very well said! I couldn't agree more. What great
love to be able to help others start again, with love and
hope! Aunt Nancy and Uncle Brian thanks for your loving
discernment to help give Melanie a clean start in a great
new life. We look forward to meeting her and welcoming her
to a wonderful life ahead of her. The best thing with God
is that ability to truly start again, clean up the past
and begin again to live the way He wants for us to live
and have the help and support of each other to keep on the
right path when we are tempted to stray back. Keep on
keeping on, it's not always easy to do the right thing,
especially when it does not "seem fun", but it is so worth
it. In a society so saturated with self pleasures, free
sex, abundent drinking and so much pressure in the "if it
feels good do it" realm, and me, me, me, it will be us who
need to speak up to to the young and the old, to let them
know that, yes we have all made mistakes in the past, (no
matter the size), but,if we truly want to change, we can.
We can start again(over and over if ned be). We can walk
away from the past, and strive to start over, knowing that
there will be family behind us to support you and
encourage you. I pledge to be one of them, for any one of
you, at any time! Why? Because you're worth it! God's plan
is not always easy, but it is filled with joy, ask today
for what He wants of you, and simply start to listen, I
assure you things will start looking up from then on, not
always with ease, but with hope.
Aunt Nancy and Uncle Brian, Thanks
Love, Tommy
- Monday, June 04, 2007 at 06:42:23 (PDT)
Author: tstevens@visteon.comBeing a Wonderful Family
God has so richly blessed our family, to be who we are or
have the potential to be. Each person bringing such talent
and grace and friendship and most of all LOVE and
COMPASSION to everyone!!
How AWSOME it is to be a part of a family that GOD has hand
picked to be the love and guiding light to so many people,
like Melanie. A person so desparately in need of
everything that my Mom and Brian are giving to her, as well
as all the other Stevensons so gracious in welcoming her...
just brings me to tears...
Thank You God for allowing me to be born into such a
LOVING, HELPING, FORGIVING, NON-JUDGEMENTAL, TALENTED and
of course such a FUN FAMILY... a prayer i'm sure we would
all agree in!
HOPE BRANSON was a BLAST!!!
nancy
- Sunday, June 03, 2007 at 07:01:42 (PDT)
Author: nancy827@sbcglobal.netSuzanne's cell phone
My cell # 303 5450 Home 707 578 3983
We don't have POB 5000 any more. Our home address is
2080 Corby Avenue
Santa Rosa, Ca 95407-6002
My correct birthday is 8/25/1940 making me a Virgo.
I've been having trouble sleeping in anticipation of seeing all 24 of
us again.
We will arrive Mon. late and leaving thur around noon so it will be
very condensed.
Safe trips for everyone. Hug you there.
Love, Suzanne
- Saturday, June 02, 2007 at 12:15:39 (PDT)
Author: suzanne1@sonic.netSibling Cell Phones
Hello brothers and sisters,
When it