Hi there, again! It is April now. So nice to have the sunshine and milder weather. As the saying goes, "April showers bring May flowers!" Do hope that will all come true.
Many of our residents spent Easter with their family and friends.
On Easter Sunday, Mary Dearborn hosted her son Garry and his wife Elaine Dearborn from Maidstone, along with their son Sean, wife Kelsey and boys Drew and Owen from Pleasant Hill, Calif. Then March 30, they all came again, along with Mary's son Blair and wife Anna Dearborn from Richard. It sounds like you had a wonderful visit with all your family, Mary, and especially the ones from California.
Shirley Tebay enjoyed a delicious Easter supper at the home of her son Gary and Roberta. Several family members were present, including a grandson Brodie and Jayme, as well as two great-granddaughters, Sadie and Hanna from Lashburn. Sounds like you had a lovely Easter, Shirley.
Ada Pasutto spent three weeks in Lloydminster visiting with her daughter Marina and Jay Mauws and families. On Easter Saturday at Marina's, a lovely dinner of turkey, ham, desserts, salads and dainties was served. But a special treat was the Italian Easter bread that granddaughter Vicky Boss baked. The taste was super. This was similar to the bread that Ada's mom made many years ago. She also said that she's very proud of keeping up the tradition of the Italian Easter bread. That Easter bread sounds very delicious, Ada.
Ida Baker enjoyed a delicious supper on Easter Sunday with her daughter and family. She said it was very nice to be together with the family. I agree, Ida.
Louise Haubold has had a busy, enjoyable and exciting time. She actually had four happy occasions with family and friends.
Thursday, Deanna Haubold, daughter-in-law came to take her on a journey through the back roads to Glenbush. They were wet and muddy but they enjoyed the scenery.
She was happy to spend two days with some of the family — April Haubold and Adam, Tyler, Rose and Amanda and two younger grandsons along with two pet dogs. They all had a great time and enjoyed the best of Easter food.
Saturday, Tyler and family drove her back to Tower II where she looked after the bingo. On Easter Sunday, she was off with Blake (oldest grandson) and Judy Lybecks to the Glenbush area. There they had more food and laughter with all the family. Louise says her great-great-grandson Cash was the highlight of the day. Louise's daughter Sharon Acker was kind enough to take her up there. They came back on the highway through Glaslyn where the roads were better, so enjoyed the trip home.
Louise thought Easter had come to an end, but, no, her daughter Lynn Kahl and Alan thought she should go to Medstead to see the annual curling bonspiel. They had 15 teams from all over the area participating. Louise's granddaughter Coralee and three school friends joined in and also son Barry got roped into the spiel, too. Louise said she wished she could have got out there and curled up a storm.
She so enjoyed getting together with her many loving friends. It brought back memories of cooking food in the curling kitchen. I was involved in all of that too, Louise, when my husband and I curled in Swanson. Brings back many happy times. Anyway Louise, is back in Tower II being busy with all her activities, mainly bingo. She wishes all Tower II tenants a very happy, healthy summer.
Unfortunately I had the flu during Easter so had to cancel all plans. Thankfully I am feeling much better. There has been a lot of colds and flu going around so get well wishes go out to you all and hope you are recuperating now.
We did have some entertainment and meals in March. These were mostly organized by Ida Baker. March 4, we enjoyed the Loewens entertaining. March 11 saw some tasty Chinese food catered to us. March 18 was the old timers who played real toe tapping tunes for us. We all felt like dancing but, hate to say it, guess maybe we are too old to cut a rug anymore.
Welcome to all our new residents. They do come and go but we are always glad to see new people and sorry to see those who have to move out.
Have a wonderful April. We’ll all hope for nice spring-like weather. See you next month.
