Tuesday, May 8, 2007
Saturday, December 30, 2006
When I was a little girl, the statue from the center of town was at the beach on the Hudson River. I've been told it is now in Palmer.
I remember sitting on its top step, after swimming in the cold river, and pressing my back against the sun-warmed granite. Here I am on the statue, with my cousin Tommy Hoffman.
Saturday, December 16, 2006
Grandma
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This is Grandma with me and Mike. It may have been taken at her camp on the Hudson River, one of my favorite places as a child.
Tuesday, December 12, 2006
Clarification about the The Cousins
Elizabeth Madonna Evans Riley's children were: Eileen, Margaret, Martha (called Ev from her middle name, Evans), and Edward who died at age 16. These women were aunts to their siblings' children -- the cousins of the first generation. Several of these cousins were about the same age and most of us grew up in Corinth, N.Y.
The children of these cousins could be called the second generation cousins, their children would be the third generation and so forth.
Elizabeth Madonna Evans Riley's children were: Eileen, Margaret, Martha (called Ev from her middle name, Evans), and Edward who died at age 16. These women were aunts to their siblings' children -- the cousins of the first generation. Several of these cousins were about the same age and most of us grew up in Corinth, N.Y.
The children of these cousins could be called the second generation cousins, their children would be the third generation and so forth.
Monday, December 11, 2006
Sunday, December 10, 2006
Family Reunion 2007
Dear Family,
For some time now, I've been hoping we could have a family reunion. A few of us cousins got together one evening at Lyn and George's house, and that was fun. But I'd like to see ALL the family, or as many as possible, together in one place at one time. Here are some thoughts about it. I welcome your input, comments and/or additional suggestions.
Who
By family I mean the descendants of our matriarch, Elizabeth Madonna Evans Riley. That would include all biological and adopted children of every generation and their spouses--anyone we consider part of the family. Wouldn't that gathering be a time to remember?
Where
Since most of the first generation cousins live in Florida, it seems that would be the logical place for a reunion. How about a hotel or conference center with inexpensive rooms and a meeting place? I checked group rates for rooms in the Orlando area. They run from $50 per night per room and up. Options in the Venice/Sarasota area might be cheaper. Or maybe a family campground that has cabins or motel type lodging? I'm looking for ideas and welcome your suggestions.
When
It would have to be when school is out, so the kids could come. My suggestion is the end of June, beginning of July. Or it could be at Thanksgiving or Christmas time. Holding the reunion over a long weekend (Friday-Sunday) would allow families the option of spending additional time visiting with each other or vacationing during the week before or after the reunion.
How
If we get this ball rolling, I will welcome anyone who would like to help in anyway. First of all, we need to know if enough people are interested in order to move forward with it, and how many might actually attend.
Please post your thoughts and ideas here. I'm looking forward to hearing from you.
Affectionately,
Kristin (aka Kandy Nelson) Elkinton
For some time now, I've been hoping we could have a family reunion. A few of us cousins got together one evening at Lyn and George's house, and that was fun. But I'd like to see ALL the family, or as many as possible, together in one place at one time. Here are some thoughts about it. I welcome your input, comments and/or additional suggestions.
Who
By family I mean the descendants of our matriarch, Elizabeth Madonna Evans Riley. That would include all biological and adopted children of every generation and their spouses--anyone we consider part of the family. Wouldn't that gathering be a time to remember?
Where
Since most of the first generation cousins live in Florida, it seems that would be the logical place for a reunion. How about a hotel or conference center with inexpensive rooms and a meeting place? I checked group rates for rooms in the Orlando area. They run from $50 per night per room and up. Options in the Venice/Sarasota area might be cheaper. Or maybe a family campground that has cabins or motel type lodging? I'm looking for ideas and welcome your suggestions.
When
It would have to be when school is out, so the kids could come. My suggestion is the end of June, beginning of July. Or it could be at Thanksgiving or Christmas time. Holding the reunion over a long weekend (Friday-Sunday) would allow families the option of spending additional time visiting with each other or vacationing during the week before or after the reunion.
How
If we get this ball rolling, I will welcome anyone who would like to help in anyway. First of all, we need to know if enough people are interested in order to move forward with it, and how many might actually attend.
Please post your thoughts and ideas here. I'm looking forward to hearing from you.
Affectionately,
Kristin (aka Kandy Nelson) Elkinton
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