Kelsey was about 2 years old when Grandad took her to a movie and lunch. McDonald's was her choice of dining establishment and they went to the counter to order burgers & fries. As they sat down to eat their meal Kelsey was not scarfing down the delicacy with her usual fervor. Her mind was on a little girl seated at another table. Grandad gently asked "what's wrong Kelsey? Aren't you hungry?" To which Kelsey replied in all seriousness "I want that box."
Apparently, I had forgotten to inform Dad of the most important part about dining at McDonald's with a 2 year old. You always order a Happy Meal. He failed to follow said decorum and Kelsey was not amused. The toy is always more import than what you eat.
He never made that mistake again. With any of the Roderick girls.
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
JIM & BETTY
Two very special people passed away in the last few months. They were part of my personal history. They had an impact on my life. They were very special. Let me share a little about them.
Jim was a guy who was wise, full of humor and a great mentor and father to 3 delightful daughters and 1 lively wife. I enjoyed spending time in he and Norma's home with our youth group (they both were awesome leaders), baby sitting those 3 nutty daughter's (ask the girls about the fun we hand in those parentless adventures) and just plain "hanging out". As I grew up and joined the "working world" Jim, my dad and I enjoyed driving to work together. Hercules Aerospace Division was our destination. Good times. Jim always had a wise anecdote for struggles I was dealing with, usually with boys, and/or budgeting and always had an answer for the occasional spiritual battle. I loved his cool, Southern style. Never stressed out and just a real guy who had already walked where I was going. I will miss seeing him when I am in SLC. He was truly a great man.
Betty was a party queen. She was a born entertainer. No matter where, she was the life of the soiree. Kelsey learned to swim at the club where she was a long time member. She hosted many parties in her gorgeous mountain side home. We spent several weekends enjoying snowy fun at their cabin in the mountains. She was there holding babies and watching Addison conquer the diving board at Scott's 40th birthday bash also at the club. She gave out the best treats at Halloween. Betty knew how to have fun and include others in that fun. Betty was wife to John and mother to 3 daughters. Her oldest, Betsy, is one of my dearest long time friends. I wish I had been able to spend more time with their family these last few years. Time and distance are sometimes a cruel enemy. She was one of a kind.
These two people will never be forgotten by me and I am sure many, many others feel the same. They will always live in many hearts.
Jim was a guy who was wise, full of humor and a great mentor and father to 3 delightful daughters and 1 lively wife. I enjoyed spending time in he and Norma's home with our youth group (they both were awesome leaders), baby sitting those 3 nutty daughter's (ask the girls about the fun we hand in those parentless adventures) and just plain "hanging out". As I grew up and joined the "working world" Jim, my dad and I enjoyed driving to work together. Hercules Aerospace Division was our destination. Good times. Jim always had a wise anecdote for struggles I was dealing with, usually with boys, and/or budgeting and always had an answer for the occasional spiritual battle. I loved his cool, Southern style. Never stressed out and just a real guy who had already walked where I was going. I will miss seeing him when I am in SLC. He was truly a great man.
Betty was a party queen. She was a born entertainer. No matter where, she was the life of the soiree. Kelsey learned to swim at the club where she was a long time member. She hosted many parties in her gorgeous mountain side home. We spent several weekends enjoying snowy fun at their cabin in the mountains. She was there holding babies and watching Addison conquer the diving board at Scott's 40th birthday bash also at the club. She gave out the best treats at Halloween. Betty knew how to have fun and include others in that fun. Betty was wife to John and mother to 3 daughters. Her oldest, Betsy, is one of my dearest long time friends. I wish I had been able to spend more time with their family these last few years. Time and distance are sometimes a cruel enemy. She was one of a kind.
These two people will never be forgotten by me and I am sure many, many others feel the same. They will always live in many hearts.
SIDESWIPED
Shae arrived home last week and was quickly assaulted by news of her car left in Oregon. Yep. The Nissan was sideswiped while parked in her assigned parking spot at her apartment complex. No note. No name. A pure and simple "hit & run" incident.
She has been doing her own investigation since hearing the disheartening information.
Eugene PD will do nothing until she can meet with them face to face in January. Her apartment managers are viewing video hoping they captured the infraction on tape. Shae's room mates have taken many pictures to support the event including a shot of the suspected vehicle involved. The Roderick insurance company has also been included in the loop. In essence, Shae is doing all the footwork.
Needless to say she has gathered evidence of the infraction and can not wait to get back to Eugene to confront the culprit and owner of suspected car.
Perhaps Shae should rethink her major. Crime fighting seems to be an interest that is blossoming in her favor.
May right win out. You go Shae! Remember you are a Roderick.
She has been doing her own investigation since hearing the disheartening information.
Eugene PD will do nothing until she can meet with them face to face in January. Her apartment managers are viewing video hoping they captured the infraction on tape. Shae's room mates have taken many pictures to support the event including a shot of the suspected vehicle involved. The Roderick insurance company has also been included in the loop. In essence, Shae is doing all the footwork.
Needless to say she has gathered evidence of the infraction and can not wait to get back to Eugene to confront the culprit and owner of suspected car.
Perhaps Shae should rethink her major. Crime fighting seems to be an interest that is blossoming in her favor.
May right win out. You go Shae! Remember you are a Roderick.
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
BONBONS
Every Christmas since the wedding, our wedding, Scott's mom has made yummy bonbons. This year when she asked what she could bring for our holiday enjoyment, of course, we said bonbons. We always say bonbons. Her reply "I don't remember those".
Sadly, she is getting older and some memories are simply gone. However, due to the age we live in, I found a similar, if not exact, recipe online. Now I can carry on the tradition.
I mixed, combined, stirred, chopped, drained and created all afternoon. The bonbons have been shaped and are now freezing. In about an hour I will dip them in scrumptious chocolate. My mouth is watering just typing this post.
I'll let you know what the family thinks after they have taste tested them. Another Roderick tradition is taking flight.
Sadly, she is getting older and some memories are simply gone. However, due to the age we live in, I found a similar, if not exact, recipe online. Now I can carry on the tradition.
I mixed, combined, stirred, chopped, drained and created all afternoon. The bonbons have been shaped and are now freezing. In about an hour I will dip them in scrumptious chocolate. My mouth is watering just typing this post.
I'll let you know what the family thinks after they have taste tested them. Another Roderick tradition is taking flight.
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