Category Archives: Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving, Kid.

Posted on November 24, 2016 by Ray V.

First published on Thanksgiving, 2010. The years just make it better. Best wishes to all.

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“As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them” John F. Kennedy He was assasinated 53 years ago today. Even though I was only three and … Continue reading →

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Yeah, It’s Very Personal

Posted on November 26, 2015 by Ray V.

Two years ago I first met Jeff Harbeson, “The Funeral Commander.” Since that chance meeting, I have come to appreciate him as a man, a visionary and a friend. There are remarkably few people that I really enjoy being around … Continue reading →

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Happy Thanksgiving, Kid.

Posted on November 25, 2015 by Ray V.

Twas the night before Thanksgiving. . . What song is it you want to hear? Steve Layman knows… he has heard it live. Nothing else to add.

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Trickledown Thanksgiving

Posted on November 25, 2015 by Ray V.

Thanks to our daughter Elissa (aka “Jelly”) for finding this and passing it on…. The first of 2, maybe 3 Thanksgiving posts. Happy Thanksgiving, Y’all. Remember, things can always be better, but they can always be worse… be thankful for … Continue reading →