Hertzel Reunion 08

The Hertzel reunion was Saturday in Spencer.

This photo includes those who are direct descendents of the Hertzels - William and Henrietta who built the W. 44th St. house. They are top left, Richard (Dick) and William. Forgot the girl's name in the middle left. Then Carol Ehrbar, myself, Helen Newport and Terri Hertzell.

Dick and Terri are father/daughter. Dick's son Kent, who was unable to attend, is the one who contacted me a few months ago about their possibly being related to us. They have no history of the Hertzel's although their name is "Hertzell."

Dick is the son of Adelbert, whose father was Albert, Grandpa Frank's brother who was 2 years old than he. Dick, wife Justine and Terri live in Michigan. Kent & his family live in Illinois. Carol gave them a lot of information. Albert lived on Brinsmade - remember Aunt Annie was Grandpa's sister. Albert died from an assault when Carol was about 5 years old. She remembers the incident. So she was able to fill in some blanks. The Michigan Hertzell's aren't sure when that extra "L" was added.

Maybe other "Hertzels" can attend next year's reunion. We only spent a few hours there but I really enjoyed seeing so many "Hertzel" name tags!

Wedding Info

Hi Everyone!

Just wanted to let everyone know the directions to places.

St. Mary's of the Falls address: 25615 Bagley Road, Olmsted Falls, Ohio 44138

Reception is at the Annunciation Party Center, 2187 West 14th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44114

The hotel we arranged is Holiday Inn Lakeside, 1111 Lakeside Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44114 (216) 241-5100. Reserve by Sept. 10 for our special rate. It's less than 10 minutes from the hall.

If you have any questions let me know! I look forward to seeing everyone!

Jessie

Shower shots

Thanks to all who attended Jessie's shower. She received some beautiful gifts. Your generosity is so much appreciated. We can't wait to see all the family at Jessie and Justin's Oct. 11 wedding. Those who cannot attend will be in our prayers and thoughts that day.

Jessie's Engagement Pictures

http://www.pictage.com/524609
Here is the link to the website with pictures from the engagement session. The pictures are at Whiskey Island, which is next to Edgewater.

August 15th

The Miracle

There is a majestic quality
In everyone for all to see.
Some keep it hidden, some never realize
The magnificence they hold in others' eyes.

Ah, yes, life itself is the gift.
Though the memory, itself, Time doth sift.
And some might think the reverence gone
As those we love one by one pass on.

But the intricacies Fate doth weave,
In commemoration for all who grieve.
Are the blessings given to rebirth-
From souls no longer of this earth.

At first notice I came undone,
My father staring at me through my son.
But, now, in joy I ascertain
Through him, my father lives again.

I look to heavens' resounding grace-
Renewed appreciation of life and my place.
Knowing as each newborn child opens their eyes,
The miracle continues, no one really dies.

Happy Birthday!

A very happy birthday today to Cheryl who is 28 today! Have a wonderful day, Cheryl, doing something you really enjoy! May your day be filled with family, laughter and some Montana summer sun.

Happy birthday!

Sophia's reunion 2008

Mark ,Tiffany, Matt and I had the joy of being a part of a wonderful weekend at the Girtz Family Reunion. Here is a picture of four generations of the Girtz Family. This isn't the clearest picture, however Sophia's mom is sitting by the empty chair in the middle of the white shirts, we are with the red shirts on the right side near the table you see and Matt and Tiffany are on the ramp with the blue shirts! They were close to 500 people at this reunion.

Happy Birthday Aunt Dorothy

A very happy day to Aunt Dorothy who is 93 years young today! For the older family members, she's our only living aunt. May the years be good to you, Aunt Dorothy, and you remain positive with a healthy spirit.

Happy Birthday

A very happy day to my Bob today. Dear, may your special day be filled with happiness, remembering great memories and an evening making new ones.

Have a great day!

Aunt Dorothy's 93rd Birthday Party

Jeanne and Brian had a small birthday party today for Aunt Dorothy who will be 93 on Aug. 5. She looked really well and was surprised - and happy - with the party. She's still at the nursing home. She is doing well, although has trouble blending words well into a sentence.

Grandma's purple fingertips

Not sure how many of you remember Grandma Hertzel's trips to the Hinckley farm where she's change into her pants and go elderberry picking. Well, I did my own trip today. About 3 years ago Aunt Dorothy gave Mom two elderberry bushes to give us. I've been wanting some but could never find them.

Well, today I made my first elderberry pie from those bushes! And, although my finger tips weren't as purple as Grandma's, they had some blue on them. I sure didn't pick as many as she did. But the bushes are still full with lots more. I should have left them on for another day or so but, heck, it's Saturday and I wanted to make a pie.

And Bob said it tasted good. So, thanks Grandma and Mom for helping me through this adventure!

Okay, anyone want another piece?

Happy Birthday, Glenn

A very happy day to Glenn today who is finishing the work week with a birthday.

May you enjoy a wonderful dinner, a very sweet dessert tonight and only a few numbers to crunch while at work.

Happy birthday, Glenn!