By MYRNA FAUSKA
America’s 245th birthday party is now history, and the neighbors all celebrated in various ways. Some of us stayed home and enjoyed the programs on Wisconsin Public Television and NBC, while others went farther afield to enjoy the holiday weekend. Last week, Roland and Vicki Koenig got an early start as they spent the last few days of June in Snohomish, Wash., visiting daughter Jennifer and friend Eugene as well as son Greg and wife Megan with their daughter Abigail. While there, they also went sightseeing at Sedro-Woolie.
Last Monday my niece Helena Boles of Racine arrived for a few days, and that evening, we dined at Beezer’s Bar and Grill in Hillsboro. On Tuesday we were in La Crosse for a dermatology appointment, and on the way home, we supped at Sparta Family Restaurant. On Wednesday, Helena headed north to meet hubby Jim at their new vacation digs near Iron River, Wis. Since I’ve been laid up at home due to my foot surgery on Tuesday, after church on Sunday, Pastor Kim and Barb Kuhfuss visited and brought Fourth of July treats.
The Marty family began their holiday weekend Friday evening, when Mya celebrated her 6th birthday with her Vlasak and Zellmer relatives and Grandpa Bob and Grandma Karen Marty of Tomah and their offspring. They topped the night off with fireworks. On Saturday, great-aunt Lynette Vlasak and Sally Dana provided pets for the Marty kids to take to the pet parade in Ontario and had a pizza party at The Ranch in Johnnycake Hollowon the way home. On Sunday, Chip and daughter Layla did the 5K run in Ontario, and the youngest kids, Brett and Mya, took part in the one-mile run.
Last Tuesday the Kendall Public Library had two sessions at St. John’s Church, with two separate books by Diane Mott Davidson. At 3 p.m., the group discussed “Crunch Time,” and the 5 p.m. gals reported on “Fatally Flaky.” Cheryl Neitzel provided a food demonstration after each meeting, and the attendees took home some delicious treats. Since I wasn’t able to be at my session, Lynette Vlasak and Sally Dana brought me a plate of goodies on their way home.
On Wednesday, Lynette was at the Pony Express Supper Club in Kendall for the Kendall Gathering and All-School Reunion meeting, which was making plans for Labor Day. Sally was in La Crosse, getting together with her Mexico traveling friends, who were planning their next trip. On Friday before the Marty party, Lynette and Sally brought supper to Connie Dorow from Hillsboro Brewing Company.
Over the weekend, we learned that Frank Benish of rural Ontario went home to theLord. Our sincere sympathy goes out to Alrita and family as they mourn their loss while rejoicing in Heaven’s gain. What a blessing it is when believers in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior leave this life for eternity with our Creator. One day we will all celebrate that great family reunion in the presence of God. Hallelujah!