Last Day before we leave for Branson

Well Tomorrow it all starts ...A week with the Laverty's. I pray everyone has an enjoyable and safe trip.

As I think of our getting together and how much fun it will be, I can't help but think of Mom, Dad, Lyn, Biff and Tim not being with us anymore. I know how each of them would have enjoyed the camaraderie and excitement of children, grandchildren and Great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins, in-laws and out-laws as well. What a bunch will be there. Sounds like an episode of "The Walton's".

As I think of each and what they would be doing I can't help but think Mom would head up the kitchen, cleaning and "resurrecting the stove " before we check out next week. Dad would surly be at the Dixie Stampede. Lyn curled up with a book somewhere and Biff taking all the risks and dare devil adventures he could pack in. Timmy would be off playing music and presenting that great smile he had.

One day we will all rejoin as the song says and the circle will be unbroken. What a day that will be.

Now I don't know exactly what I will be doing; shooting sporting clays, Silver Dollar City is in my plans (some kids never grow up) maybe a couple lunches and dinners out and a show. But most of all taking it easy. I will report on that when next I get on the blog.

I hope Jimmy and I can post some pictures while we are in Branson. I don't hold a candle to his photographic abilities but I have fun with my camera. I will do my best to get Rick off and get him in trouble and antagonize Debby and Eileen, what is an older brother to do?

To all who can't attend we will miss you terribly and hope that we can share our joy through the Laverty Family Blog.

This is just one of the many James Laverty's saying God Bless you all!