Geoff wrote:
"Thanks to the WHOLE famn damily.
"Friday, the "work day" was a plain old work day , oh well, part of a day, with my best friends and their comic commentary and their ethic to create a neat, clean small memorial "garden" for Dad. Lillies-of-the-Valley were planted within the stone border we built.
"Sat. morn I got sad, but we had a plan to take care of, otherwise I might have just melted.
"It was so great to hug, or shake hands, or even meet! our cousins and s.o.'s when they arrived.
"At the "garden", it was hard for some of us to speak, but Jon came through with the limericks. Then someone brought up the good times at the cabin. Who started it? It turned the whole non-ceremony around for me (major sadness to major laughter). The good, fun things we learned from Jim and Jack when we were kids completely overcame my (our) sadness, for the time we were all here in WV together.
"Thanks Everybody.
"At Betsy's cousin's funeral church service some time ago, I bawled like a baby (we liked him), and same (bawling) with other church services for friends and relatives I've attended, praising the deceased. We the Greens did better. We laughed. How better a remembrance is that?
"Betsy nor I did not take a picture. I need some. A bunch of them. Maybe Jon or Cindy can make an album. Send some to us (gangreen@frontiernet.net orgeogreen@frontiernet.net). Our gathering at the "garden" was beautiful. I would most appreciate photos from there, and from the porch, and any that flatter myself.
Love. Geoff
Monday, April 11, 2011
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Latest Notes from Geoff
Geoff sent more info for the blog (and again my comments are in parentheses).
The weather isn't looking like what we would hope for. Mackintoshes and galoshes, everybody.
I received the stone bench at my office, will have Shannon help me tomorrow to try to get it in the truck. Then plenty of help on Fri.
The ham arrived today! Liz and Vicki sent a special cake, which came with dry ice and a fancy catalog. I haven't opened it yet, hoping to save some for the rest of the family. (YOU'D BETTER SAVE IT ALL!)
(See you soon!)
The weather isn't looking like what we would hope for. Mackintoshes and galoshes, everybody.
I received the stone bench at my office, will have Shannon help me tomorrow to try to get it in the truck. Then plenty of help on Fri.
The ham arrived today! Liz and Vicki sent a special cake, which came with dry ice and a fancy catalog. I haven't opened it yet, hoping to save some for the rest of the family. (YOU'D BETTER SAVE IT ALL!)
(See you soon!)
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Telephone Numbers
The time is near! Here are some phone numbers so we can keep in touch.
(note: 6/11/11 - I removed the phone numbers. If you need any, email me.)
If anyone else wants me to post your cell, I will. I will not do so without your permission.
(note: 6/11/11 - I removed the phone numbers. If you need any, email me.)
If anyone else wants me to post your cell, I will. I will not do so without your permission.
Monday, March 28, 2011
Notes from Geoff
Geoff sent me an email yesterday. (My notes are in parentheses.)
For the weather-checkers, our zip code is 26710 (that's Burlington, Keyser is 26726 and they should have the exact same forecast!). The forecasts are mostly useless. Looks cool, 50's, through then. (I just saw SNOW predicted for Fri. and Sat.)
We've had 70 degree days this spring. We had snow on the ground this morning. Make like a boy scout and be prepared. If you want to swim in the creek, bring a wet-suit.
Jon and David can bring the ice we need from Houston. I mean the Houston ice is to die for.
Can't wait to see everybody. Don't forget the ice, Jon! (hardy har har)
Sunday, March 27, 2011
Restaurants in Keyser
For those of you arriving in time for an evening meal on Friday, Betsy and I (okay, mostly Betsy) put together a list of restaurants we like in Keyser. If you need directions, please call or I assume the motel manager will know where all these places are.
The Candlewick is the most upscale establishment, though casual dress is perfectly acceptable, including jeans. We’ve eaten there many times and I’ve always had a good meal. 65 S. Mineral Street (Hwy 220).
Clancy’s Irish Pub was recommended by Geoff. I don’t think we’ve eaten there. Betsy says their best food is sandwiches and soup, and they specialize in a wide variety of wings. They have a fish and chips that's pretty good. They have a full bar, and a pretty good selection of beer. It's on Armstrong St "extended," on the other side of the street from Wayne's. You can't see Clancy's building from the street, but there's a nice big sign.
Castiglia’s is a truly Italian restaurant. Betsy says the owner, a native Italian himself, does all the cooking, and people who are familiar with true Italian home cooking love it - as do many other people. The portions are huge and the prices are low. They have wine and beer. I (Cindy) first became aware of Castiglia's (pronounced Cas-tee-yas for Mr./Ms. Unnamed) many years ago when reading Fortune magazine. What a surprise that was! We went there with Dad and all the Greens the next time we were in Keyser. Here's a link that describes the restaurant - 401 S. Mineral St. www.mountaindiscoveries.com/images/ss2009/castiglias.pdf
El Jinete is a mexican restaurant of the variety that are set up by Mexican families everywhere. Geoff doesn't care for it, but many people like it alot. It is on Rt 220 South of Keyser on the left. It's several miles out of town.
The Wing Shack is right downtown at the corner of Piedmont and Mineral Streets. It is the current incarnation of the Stray Cat Cafe. There's a bar, and a menu of sanwiches, wraps, wings and some entrees like enchiladas and chimichangas. They have some really interesting and delicious items like a wrap with eggplant and red peppers. They don't have full meals with sides... Prices are very reasonable.
Of course there's always Denny's. It's on Hwy 220 next to a pet shop. Dad always joked about what kind of mystery meat Denny's served, but he did love their breakfasts.
Betsy also added:
"We have someone delivering a meat and cheese tray, tuna and chicken salad, rolls, and a couple of sides at about noon on Saturday. We will get pies from Flying W Farms in Burlington. I'll get sodas and beer. If we want tea, maybe someone can make that. Since I don't drink tea, I am not too good at making it."
Thanks, Betsy! Mom is bringing all the paper goods (plates, napkins, plastic cups and utensils).
The Candlewick is the most upscale establishment, though casual dress is perfectly acceptable, including jeans. We’ve eaten there many times and I’ve always had a good meal. 65 S. Mineral Street (Hwy 220).
Clancy’s Irish Pub was recommended by Geoff. I don’t think we’ve eaten there. Betsy says their best food is sandwiches and soup, and they specialize in a wide variety of wings. They have a fish and chips that's pretty good. They have a full bar, and a pretty good selection of beer. It's on Armstrong St "extended," on the other side of the street from Wayne's. You can't see Clancy's building from the street, but there's a nice big sign.
Castiglia’s is a truly Italian restaurant. Betsy says the owner, a native Italian himself, does all the cooking, and people who are familiar with true Italian home cooking love it - as do many other people. The portions are huge and the prices are low. They have wine and beer. I (Cindy) first became aware of Castiglia's (pronounced Cas-tee-yas for Mr./Ms. Unnamed) many years ago when reading Fortune magazine. What a surprise that was! We went there with Dad and all the Greens the next time we were in Keyser. Here's a link that describes the restaurant - 401 S. Mineral St. www.mountaindiscoveries.com/images/ss2009/castiglias.pdf
El Jinete is a mexican restaurant of the variety that are set up by Mexican families everywhere. Geoff doesn't care for it, but many people like it alot. It is on Rt 220 South of Keyser on the left. It's several miles out of town.
The Wing Shack is right downtown at the corner of Piedmont and Mineral Streets. It is the current incarnation of the Stray Cat Cafe. There's a bar, and a menu of sanwiches, wraps, wings and some entrees like enchiladas and chimichangas. They have some really interesting and delicious items like a wrap with eggplant and red peppers. They don't have full meals with sides... Prices are very reasonable.
Of course there's always Denny's. It's on Hwy 220 next to a pet shop. Dad always joked about what kind of mystery meat Denny's served, but he did love their breakfasts.
Betsy also added:
"We have someone delivering a meat and cheese tray, tuna and chicken salad, rolls, and a couple of sides at about noon on Saturday. We will get pies from Flying W Farms in Burlington. I'll get sodas and beer. If we want tea, maybe someone can make that. Since I don't drink tea, I am not too good at making it."
Thanks, Betsy! Mom is bringing all the paper goods (plates, napkins, plastic cups and utensils).
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