Diane Larson……. I still think you have got to be mistaken right cheryl? I think Diane and Debbie had to be the ring leaders just like they were when we spent that week long vacation at the lake ……Believe me Cheryl and I were so innocent and they lead us astray!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Being one of the older readers of this magical site, it seems to me that Gary Stokes has put together historical facts and remembrances of our readership, and shared it with all comers, and presented an opportunity to speak directly to friends and relatives, and otherwise gifted us with convenient and free access to one another in a way I’ve not witnessed in such a generous way. Not only that, we get the sad news of the passing of those who made us the people we are, and the good news of achievements and lessons learned and shared to make it easier for the rest of us to press on. He has made it possible to fill memory gaps, and let us know the remembrances of those who share their recollections of our mutual heritage. When I think about the huge volume of data that we are privileged to see, because of the participation of so many folks from so many generations from one small but unique community of Americans, it gives me a sense of pride and love for that place we started from, and those families represented herein who gave me the start in life for which I am grateful.. Besides all that , the humor that drives its way through our site typifies that quality which is as natural a part of our lives as the hills and the prairie we laughed in and around. What a tremendous experience it is for me to know a little bit about most of your families represented, and how much Gary’s efforts has given me a new grip on where I really came from.
Thanks to all of you who enliven my days, and to you, Gary. I salute you with vigor and appreciation. Life is good and getting better with this blog. Bill Hosmer