Author Archives: Jim

A Christmas Gift and Wish

Posted on December 24, 2012 by Jim

It’s Christmas Eve and I am just relaxing and thinking of my family and friends. Unfortunately, Judy is suffering from a very bad case of acute bronchitis and is having a very tough time between the coughing, the wheezing and … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas Memories, Church and School - Holy Name, Church and School - Holy Trinity, Church and School - St. Joseph, Churches - Other, Duquesne Buildings, Duquesne Carnegie Library, Wintertime | 11 Comments

Just One More Time Santa

Posted on December 23, 2012 by Jim

Dear Santa, I realize it is only just a few days before Christmas, but I know it is never too late to let you know what I’m wishing for this Christmas. As silly as it sounds, this year my Christmas … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas Memories, Duquesne Buildings, Hunky Celebrations, My Hunky Family, Parents, Stores and Businesses | 14 Comments

Grandma’s Christmas Garland

Posted on December 23, 2012 by Jim

Grandma’s Christmas Garland I don’t remember my grandmother too well. She died one month  before my 9th birthday in 1960. She was a petite woman, barely 5 feet tall. She spoke very little English, and when she did, it was … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas Memories, My Hunky Family | 7 Comments

Recollections of a Little Hunky’s Christmas

Posted on December 19, 2012 by Jim

As we all rush around busily preparing for Christmas celebrations, I believe it’s refreshing to take a moment or two to just relax and recall treasured memories about the holidays from your youth. Somewhat like a bowl of Christmas hard … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas Memories, Duquesne Buildings, McKeesport, Parents, Stores and Businesses | 32 Comments

Kennywood’s Holiday Lights 2012

Posted on December 15, 2012 by Jim

Well, I have returned from my trek to Duquesne! The weather was a bit dismal and not at all typical for this time of year. Virtually every day was rain-filled with only periodic periods of clearing. I had to cancel … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas Memories, Kennywood | 18 Comments

Over the Mountains and Through the Woods

Posted on December 4, 2012 by Jim

I am super excited! I am only days away from what has become my annual pre-Christmas trek to our beloved hometown Duquesne. I am scheduled to arrive in the area on Friday, December 7th and cannot wait. I will be … Continue reading →

Posted in Life in General, Miscellaneous, My Hunky Family | 7 Comments

Letters to Santa – 1955

Posted on November 30, 2012 by Jim

As we sit on the cusp of December today, I began researching Letters to Santa from The Duquesne Times. In previous post, I have posted letters from 1921, 1948, 1956 and 1957. The letters in this post are from 1955 … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas Memories, Wintertime | 15 Comments

Blueberries on the Hill – A Love Story

Posted on November 27, 2012 by Jim

I have finally made plans for what is becoming my annual Christmas time trip to Duquesne! Currently, my plans are to arrive Friday evening, December 7th and to stay until Wednesday, December 12th. I make this trip each year to visit … Continue reading →

Posted in Life in General, Miscellaneous, My Hunky Family, Parents | 17 Comments

Happy Hunky Thanksgiving!

Posted on November 21, 2012 by Jim

I am always scouring The Duquesne Times or Observer for interesting tidbits of information to share with you. As I was rummaging through decades of issues, I came across some interesting facts about Thanksgiving in Duquesne. For instance, in the … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumntime, Holidays - Non-Christmas and New Years, My Hunky Family | 10 Comments

Ignore A Previous Post – Please!

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Jim

Someone has decided to hack my blog somehow and post an announcement for “making money.” Just so you know, I DID NOT post the article titled “Wow! I started making money finally! Awesome!” I only wish I DID start making … Continue reading →

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