Family, Family Everywhere

It has been a very family oriented day. Bruce and I rose early to do a general tidy as we were expecting my sister, Betty, for the weekend. Not even dressed, halfway through the vacuuming and the phone rings. It's Bruce's sister-in-law. "We here in town and want to drop by in 15 minutes for a visit." I never knew housework (including cleaning the bathroom) could be done so quickly but we were ready in time. And it made it so pleasant that it was an extra muggy day. Anyway, Gordie and Jeannette arrived and stayed for about 45 minutes.

Just as they were heading out the door, Betty arrived. Introductions all around before the Farrell branch went on their way. A big hug from Betty before getting her settled in. As her birthday was in July and mine is in September, we exchanged gifts. I gave Betty a book on Yorkshire settlers in Cumberland County and the basket from The Babbling Brook while she gave me her latest book of poetry, "Paper Wings," and a Coronation Street beer stein. We know each other so well.

After lunch and a quick catch up, she and I headed off to the Armsworthy family gathering taking place at the Colchester Legion. Our great-grandmother, Bessie Dobson, was born an Armsworthy. I didn't know very many people there but got a chance to meet Dad's cousin, Nelson, and lots of other relatives from as far away as Alberta.

It was agreed to organize into a society called the Armsworthy Family Heritage Association. Of course I had to open my big mouth when they were discussing how to proceed with the whole thing. Having lead the charge on creating several societies, I advised them on several details. So what happens? I get myself elected President of the new Association. Thank you so much, Betty, for nominating me. After the meeting, we had a chance to socialize a little bit and get to know some of the other family members.

After we got home we headed out for supper at Kegger's but for some reason the kitchen was closed so we caught a cab out to Frank and Gino's and had a lovely dinner. Now mind you, since the social end of the day began, Betty and I have been imbibing just a little bit. While at dinner, who should sit down my our friends, Elaine and Chad Norman, who are celebrating their second wedding anniversary. Had a brief chat but left them to their celebration.

Stopped at the Liquor Store on the way home and picked up a big jug of wine, went home and watched Blow Dry and Sahara. Yes, we did manage to put a fair dent into the bottle before Betty and Bruce headed off to bed at 2:00 a.m. So, here I sit, all on my lonesome at 3:30 a.m. typing out my blog. Cheers everyone! It's been a great day!