Although a notice has gone out, we would be remiss to not mention the recent passing of our neighbor, Martha Henderson, wife of Randall and mother of Donna Henderson Riggs. Her whole family with the exception of one grandchild was here for her funeral on July 26. As Liz Welsh phrased it, “what a sweet and wonderful woman she was! And a treasured neighbor.” Many Landings and Schooner residents attended the service, a beautiful, rich, southern Baptist celebration of life.
Many of us have a “bucket list.” Crystal Day actually completed her list with one trip. Her grandfather, who passed away before she was born, was born in Crete. The sole item on her wish list was to visit Greece. Scot Elrod made that dream come true by planning an exquisite experience. She and Scot were able to meet the grandson and his family of her grandfather’s best friend. His friend had traveled to the United States with him but later returned to Greece to live. She and Scot not only visited Crete, they made quite the trip of it. Flying to Athens and spending a few days seeing all of the sites was an awesome experience. Those of you who have been there know what a view the Parthenon and the Olympic arena area are. They also witnessed the changing of the guard at the Greek Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. From there they boarded a cruise ship for 10 days, visiting Mykonos, Turkey, Rhodes, Crete, Olympia, Malta, Naples, Capri, and ended in Rome where they spent another four days exploring the Pantheon, Colosseum, and Vatican City. They of course enjoyed the cuisine and the wine throughout the trip!
On this side of the ocean, Hank and Deb Lawrie have been enjoying time at their Michigan home this summer. They’ve had lots of family visiting, and have enjoyed every minute of it. As you can see, the grandsons think riding in Pops’ 1975 Olds is pretty sweet.
Grover Moore reports that he and Elaine are having a good summer in Henderson Harbor, NY, with lots of company during July and August. Mel Cottrill (Longboat) bought a place down the lake from them, so Grover has a tennis partner there. They try to play twice a week, and he plays 9 holes of golf three times a week, weather permitting. Helaine joins him occasionally. and is doing well.
Bill McGuire and family enjoyed Chicago this summer by helping the Chicago Cubs win a game and seeing the local fireworks on the 4th of July.
While many of us are enjoying traveling this summer, there is always something to be said for being right here in The Landings as the card sharks can attest!
