Hello to all my Heeding cousins. It has been almost two months since I posted anything on this blog, wow, how the time does fly. I wanted to express my thanks for having all my cousins, no matter how close or different we each are. Family is so important, rather we want to admit it or not. I know it was most important to our ancestors (mostly Bill, Paul, and Pat). They all loved to talk of their families and brag about the family gatherings for the holidays. As I get ready for this holiday season, I think of them each very often. I miss them all and wish they were here to celebrate with us. From the funny faces grandpa used to make posing for pictures while carving a turkey, or grandma playing at being victimized by grandpas mock head lock for a pic, or Bills wonderful voice over the phone, I miss it all. They are all going to be a part of our holidays, just in a different way. They will never be forgotten.
My dad, Bob, bought my grandparents home and will be staying in Sandy. Billie is now a great grandma! Billie's oldest son, Travis, became a grandpa at the end of October through his oldest child and only daughter, Meranda. Athena Nat'e Nakai was born October 23. I have seen pics of her and although I am bias, I say she is an absolute doll! Meranda and Athena are both home and doing wonderful. I know grandma would have loved to have been here to become a great great grandma and hold the new baby. I keep telling myself she saw her before all of us and that brings comfort. Travis' wife will be undergoing Chemo for a disease in which they feel chemo will help with (she does not have cancer). they found this out two weeks before Athena was born. According to my research of the disease it can be passed on to the females through the family (it would be Bonnie's family). I hope Meranda and Athena dont experience any problems. Cindy and her family are doing good. Her oldest is now living in Roy and her boys are still close to their moms home. Ryan still living at home and Landon (and wife and two girls) are not far away. I try and stay in contact with all my cousins, i know grandma would appreciate it. Phil has said some of his siblings would be interested in contacting Billie or Cindy. If you are interested you can email me @ saratogaredneck@yahoo.com and I will give you their phone numbers. Cindy is not on the internet, but Billie recently set up a facebook account under the name Billie Walsh. I am not on her friend list. i talk with Phil from time to time mostly on facebook and I write to Jim as often as i can.
Take care all and Happy Thanksgiving!
