Shout Hallelujah!
When writing for the public one has a responsibility to stick to the subject, write about things of interest to the audience, and otherwise behave in a dignified fashion.
But every now and then one must shout, “To hell with all that. I got something to tell the world, and I’m gonna write about it.”
Today is such a day.
As of today, for the very first time, I am, at almost 67 years old, a grandfather!
We had just about given up. Seemed like none of our three kids was even trying. That changed nine months ago when son Kevin announced to us that he and wife Shirley were expecting a baby. Today they called to tell us of the birth of Rowan Adam Hood.
This is going to be an interesting grandson. Both of Shirley’s parents were born in China. Kevin is the red-headed son of two dyed-in-the-wool, grits-eating southerners.
Obviously, this kid will be a genius with great prospects. Kevin is a computer wizard, Shirley is a physician’s assistant. Besides—how could any grandchild of mine and Gail’s not be a genius?
Thanks for reading, and please be patient with my literary transgressions.
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Robert Orcutt–
Well, I’ll be…
Always good to hear old names from the past. I remember when I could figure ag loan payments within a minute and within a few dollars for the “high” payments and the “low” payments. That was a good program. Congrats on winning the Big C battle, and thanks so much for writing.
Ralph Hood
Hey Ralph ! Thanks for your leadership over the years. I retired from Cessna Finance, Flying rep years ago and just won a bout with colon cancer, with an operation that changed my life. Glad to hear you are doing so good. Love your stories.Sure miss my ole dealers.Bruce Keller is still a rep in Kissimmee, Fl though. Lou Clinton just got in Hall of Fame, Aviation, Colo.Clinton Aviation. Also owned DAS, Denver Airplane Supply,Nick Nichols and Ed Mehlin , worked there 28 and 32 years respectively.told me about him Tues. Anyway keep up the good work and clear skies and tail winds for you. Bob Orcutt , flying regional rep, Cessna Finance 25 years.
Bert–
By golly, thanks for writing and for the kind words.
‘Preciate them. You going to OSH this year?
Ralph Hood
Congratulations Ralph, I have got six grandchildren. Like they say, grandchildren are the reward for not killing your kids!! Welcome to the world of soccer, karate, football,baseball, and Hannah Montana. I have worn out at least one minivan hauling them all around. Let the blessings flow!!
Charlie–
You have made my day! One compliment on the grandson and another on a speech I made 15 years ago!
Thanks so much.
Ralph Hood
Way to go Ralph. Congrats!!
I saw your performance 15 years ago, and I will never forget the message “it’s clear on top”.
Best regards,
Charlie Riordan