Author Archives: Jim

Remembering The Sights, Sounds and Smells of the Christmas of My Youth

Posted on December 21, 2013 by Jim

There are so many memories that come rushing back to me at this time of year. Each one of my senses trigger a recollection of Christmastime. I consider these a few of MY favorite things: * The aroma that emanates … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas Memories, Church and School - Holy Name, Life in General, Movies, Music, Radio and TV, Wintertime | 6 Comments

When Christmas Meant Traditions and Family

Posted on December 18, 2013 by Jim

My mother was Croatian, my father was Slovak. As a result, I was immersed in two different Eastern European cultures, each with their own set of traditions. It seems that these traditions came to the forefront during the holiday season. … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas Memories, Hunky Celebrations, Wintertime | 26 Comments

A Little Duquesne Hunky’s Christmas Toyland

Posted on December 11, 2013 by Jim

OK. I know I haven’t written for awhile, but things have been a little crazy on my end. Getting ready for the holidays has been a bit chaotic this year, and with a grandson who turned two in July, the … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Snow and Family Gatherings Revisited

Posted on November 27, 2013 by Jim

The Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving It may be I am getting old and like too much to dwell, Upon the days of bygone years, the days I loved so well. But thinking of them now I wish, somehow that I could know, … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumntime, Food and Restaurants, Holidays - Non-Christmas and New Years, Hunky Celebrations, Wintertime | 16 Comments

Bubba’s Pocketbook – The McKeesport Bubba

Posted on November 17, 2013 by Jim

In May of this year, I posted a picture of an older woman walking along the sidewalk in McKeesport on a snowy day. The post, titled “A Bubba In McKeesport” brought back a lot of memories for all of you, … Continue reading →

Posted in Life in General, McKeesport, My Hunky Family | 15 Comments

Memories of Fall

Posted on October 30, 2013 by Jim

It’s time for me to empty my notebook of miscellaneous subjects that I have been holding on to, BUT could never find an appropriate post to mention them. In past posts I referred to this dilemma as needing to “empty … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumntime, Duquesne's Special Citizens, Holidays - Non-Christmas and New Years, Miscellaneous | 16 Comments

Dem Bones, Dem Bones, Dem Soup Bones

Posted on October 24, 2013 by Jim

While most of the people in my area are mourning the passing of summer, I am reveling that it’s finally over. There is something about this time of year that delights me more than I can imagine. It bugs the … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumntime, Food and Restaurants | 26 Comments

The Last Time – I Promise

Posted on October 21, 2013 by Jim

FOLLOW-UP TO ORIGINAL POST……. THANK YOU – THANK YOU – THANK YOU for all of your contributions to my walk. With only 1 1/2 days before the walk, the spirit of Duquesne’s love continues with donations of $1825.00 so far! … Continue reading →

Posted in Miscellaneous | 3 Comments

Thanks for the Memories

Posted on October 18, 2013 by Jim

I began my visit to Duquesne just a few days ago. So far, it has been enjoyable, but very bittersweet at times. I have spent most of my time with family members, old friends, and with my Aunt Peggy. The … Continue reading →

Posted in Miscellaneous | 6 Comments

Heading Home

Posted on October 15, 2013 by Jim

Heading Home I am very excited. I am leaving for a trip to Duquesne in just a few days. I was able to visit with some of my cousins recently when they were in town attending my daughter’s wedding on … Continue reading →

Posted in My Hunky Family, Visits to Duquesne | 8 Comments