Mermorial day--almost.

My darling daughter Bridget bought some flowers [with Jo's help] so I could 'mark' the graves here that meant something to me. I didn't have any trouble finding Thad's[wonder why?], but some of the others were a bit more difficult. Robyn's I have 'landmarked' so it wasn't to hard. Her's became harder after the pine tree was cut down but now I've 'marked' it based on home locations so I can usually find it. It was a special experience to kneel at her grave and just remember. The years have gone by so quickly. As I looked at the date and again realized that I wasn't even 7 years old at her passing it seemed unreal. Finding Mom and Dad Doyle's was harder than expected. I guess I need to visit it more often. I couldn't believe it had been over 20 years since Mom Doyle's passing. Nathen's was no trouble at all. I seem to have that one firmly 'marked' in my head. I was pleased to see how well 'marked' it was. I believe mine was the 4th 'marking' for it. Although I looked and looked, I could not find Dad's. I was disappointed. I guess I'm just not clear enough on where that one is. I took those flowers back to Thad's intending to put them, with the others, on his grave but changed my mind and put them on Blaine Eckman's instead. He was so good to Bryon at Thad's passing 'and well before' that I felt I should. I simply hope his family doesn't 'go crazy' trying to figure out who else wanted to 'mark' his grave.

I had the chance for a lovely visit with Bjorn today. What a treat. I do so love you. I have often wanted to refer to you as Son but felt that might not be appreciated. Just know I love you sweetie.