Let the meeting begin...

Sorry for the poor quality of pics, but it's better than none- right?!!!

This was a little meeting or family gathering at Grammy's house last week.  We came to discuss plans for Dean's Kids' projects. Mom gave all her siblings a copy of Uncle Don's thoughts about growing up with Gramps. It was funny to hear about Aunt Kathy who really stole the brownie out of the pan, after all those years, she just couldn't hold onto the guilt any longer!!!! Mom also read a really cute paper she wrote in 3rd grade about her daddy. I loved it!

In this meeting, we decided to continue working on Dean's Kids' projects.  I think Gramps is smiling down on all of us and so proud we're continuing his legacy of service and love.  

We worked on making "lovies" for sick babies at the hospital.  We cut 6x6 pieces of flannel and then sewed them together.  The mom's that have to leave their sick babies at the hospital will put that "lovie" on them for a short time which will then leave their smell. The nurses give the "lovie" to the baby which gives them comfort and helps them continue to grow strong and healthy without their mom for a short time. Auntie Teresa has some pictures of the project and I'll put them on soon. 

Uncle Brent and Auntie Sheila are in charge of the next project.  They would like us to each work with a shut-in ( i.e. older person, someone sick, or just can't get out easily) or a latch key child. You can make a hygiene kit or just spend time with that person. I hope I have that right.  If not, please let me know.  Then we will all report back to this website to share our experiences.  I'm pretty sure you all have access to this website, but if not, you can e-mail me and I will post any pictures or info you'd like. My e-mail is cmta1243@yahoo.com. I love you all so much, and can't wait to see what you each do in your own families.