Friday, July 4, 2008

What The 4th Of July Means To Me

Over a century ago my great-grandparents came to this country. My maternal great-grandmother would meet her husband here. My paternal great-grandparents brought their family with them. Here they are in 1914. My grandmother, Elena is the teenage girl second from the left.

Sixteen years ago today I went to an antique fair with my neighbor. When I returned home someone had dropped off on our porch a little brown striped kitten with white feet. Alix has been with us ever since. Here she is on her first day 4 July 1992, being greeted by Blackie and Speedy. Those two beloveds are gone now, but Alix still blesses me everyday with her unconditional love.

4 comments:

  1. Neat picture! Happy 4th to you and Alix, too!

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  2. No wonder Alix is so special to you. You were her rescuer and protector so many years ago. Take good care of her.

    Happy 4th.

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  3. Lovely picture and story of Alix's beginnings. I hope she's continuing to do well.

    And I hope you enjoyed a very nice Fourth of July!

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  4. Great picture!! Love the story about Alix and love LOVE those KOKO Kreepies!!!

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