Rhubarb by the barn...

Do you remember the Rhubarb growing by the barn?  Looked like a tropical plant....so green were the leaves....

Visits with Friends...

Grandma Emma always enjoyed her visits with her good friends Florence and Henry....they would share stories and memories of days gone by...and also, cookies and coffee.... They always brought smiles with them on each and every visit...

Journey....

During a conversation with Grandma while she lived at M & M in Poulsbo she said that during her long life she had met so many " good and wonderful people", that were always helpful and kind. In Iowa she had good friends and family. In Washington, the same. She valued a persons character and how she was treated by those around her. In return, she showed the same level of respect and kindness. Trying to help where she could and to be prepared for any situation. A good philosophy on life in general. Thanks Grandma.

Friends ...

Most of our Grandparents friends became good and close friends that lasted a lifetime.  Grandma said she was lucky with all the good and wonderful people she met through the years. Most of you knew and remember Florence and Henry. They were good and kind friends... often would stop by just to say Hello and share a cup of coffee, and some words. Two of Grandma's favorites...good memories.

Emma's Birthday...

On April 2,1905 Emma Alberta Lovlie was born to Anne and Edvard Lovlie in Norway. She had five siblings and grew up on a farm in the country, scenic landscape,hard work and a good education. Today we send her Birthday wishes for her special day. More later...

Grandma and the metric system.

Grandma Emma learned the metric system as a child....she still used this at 95 years young...amazing what we learn as children we use our entire life...

March 1st...favorite saying...

On March 1st, Grandma Emma had another favorite saying...."In like a Lion, out like a Lamb"  If it was good weather on the first, it was: "In like a Lamb, out like a Lion"....   She always thought this was a nice way to welcome Spring.