Okay, I backed off from putting in multiple posts because I wanted this place to be about family and not necessarily all about me, but seeing as how the well has run dry for a bit, I'll try to prime the pump a little bit.
For the past month I've been involved in the Upper Peninsula Writing Project and it seems to be going well. I've posted several new entries on my personal blog at www.wedgesnotebooks.blogspot.com if you want to see some samples of what I've been up to.
I hope everybody had a safe and happy fourth of July. Class is starting again. Gotta go.
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Zipping on the Frim Fram and Fripping at the Krotz
Whooooo, time is flying. We have entered the final 7 week dash to the end of the school year and track has started. I took a couple years off coaching track to have more time to stay with Alanis, but now she is old enough tag along with me to track practices and trust me, she has more than enough energy to keep up.
It's the final week of the third marking period and grades are due which means lots of extra paperwork, I procrastinated on my application to the Upper Peninsula Writing Project for this summer and now have to jam to get that in by the end of the week. That one is my own fault ther.
Just wanted to check in and let people know that if I don't post as frequently as I was there for a while, well....it's not you...it's me.
Wellest wishes to all.
It's the final week of the third marking period and grades are due which means lots of extra paperwork, I procrastinated on my application to the Upper Peninsula Writing Project for this summer and now have to jam to get that in by the end of the week. That one is my own fault ther.
Just wanted to check in and let people know that if I don't post as frequently as I was there for a while, well....it's not you...it's me.
Wellest wishes to all.
Sunday, March 16, 2008
UPDATE ON INFORMATION
Hello everyone!
I consulted with Aunt Lee Sherman in Elberta, AL and she filled me in a bit on the 100 year old Cloutier photo.
The older gentlemen in the lower row is Great Grandfather Clement Cloutier, the gentlemen in the top row, fourth from the left is Grandfather Richard Louis Clouter, Grandma Doris Cloutier Harris' father.
Grandfather Richard Louis is one of "my" Richard Louis' name sakes!
So check out below:
Richard Louis Harris early 2000's.
His Grandfather Richard Louis Cloutier early 1900's.
His Great Grandfather Clement Cloutier early 1900's.
Pretty close resemblance. . .don't you think?!?!?
Oh by the way, this is Aunt Lee Sherman, Rick's sister!
Blessings, Maggi
I consulted with Aunt Lee Sherman in Elberta, AL and she filled me in a bit on the 100 year old Cloutier photo.
The older gentlemen in the lower row is Great Grandfather Clement Cloutier, the gentlemen in the top row, fourth from the left is Grandfather Richard Louis Clouter, Grandma Doris Cloutier Harris' father.
Grandfather Richard Louis is one of "my" Richard Louis' name sakes!
So check out below:
Richard Louis Harris early 2000's.
His Grandfather Richard Louis Cloutier early 1900's.
His Great Grandfather Clement Cloutier early 1900's.
Pretty close resemblance. . .don't you think?!?!?
Oh by the way, this is Aunt Lee Sherman, Rick's sister!
Blessings, Maggi
Saturday, March 15, 2008
Tennessee
I was surprised that we had relatives in Tennessee, other than our son, Tim, his wife, Mary, and two boys, Aden (3) and Nolan (2) who live in Cleveland, TN. Tim Sr and I are planning a trip down there, hopefully in May. I'd move down there in a minute if I thought there'd be a chance of selling our home here in Escanaba. Maybe in a few years if the market gets any better.
Thursday, March 13, 2008
In Memory and Appreciation
CLOUTIER HARRIS ANCESTORS
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In loving memory of Doris Cloutier Harris
Beloved Father and Mother Alvin and Doris Harris
Cloutier Family Photo 100 Years Ago
Clement and Celina Cloutier are the older couple in the lower row. Our grandfather and great grandfather is Richard, the fourth from the right in the top row. Richard is one of "my" Richard's name sakes and I think he looks like him as well as great grandfather Clement. (Please see photos in a later post.)
Monday, March 10, 2008
HERE THEY ARE. . . .
Just putting some faces with names in our "off shoot" of the Harris Clan.
First up. Oldest son Rick, Jr, wife Melissa and girls Emma Anne (5 years) and Eliza Sue (2 years)! They live in Ledyard, CT. Recently transferred with Pfizer Pharmaceuticals, she a bio-chemist and Rick, Jr. a veterinarian. Rick, Jr. served in the United States Navy for 4 years before graduating from Michigan State University.
First up. Oldest son Rick, Jr, wife Melissa and girls Emma Anne (5 years) and Eliza Sue (2 years)! They live in Ledyard, CT. Recently transferred with Pfizer Pharmaceuticals, she a bio-chemist and Rick, Jr. a veterinarian. Rick, Jr. served in the United States Navy for 4 years before graduating from Michigan State University.
Rick, Jr., Emma, Maggi & Rick, Sr. Hiking by the Atlantic Ocean in Connecticut Fall 07.
Playing with Poppa Rick by the sea. Fall 07.
Sand crabs are just a little "yucky".
Eliza ready to get out and walk.
Explaining life to Poppa Rick!
Geocaching Connecticut with the Harris, Jr. Clan!
What is her little mind pondering. . . .?
The Harris' new home in Ledyard, CT.
Sharing a chuckle. . .what fun!
Eliza and Emma Harris - Fall 07.
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Next up, second son, Russell and his wife Melissa. They own a home in Murfreesboro, TN. Russ is employed by the City of Murfreesboro and Middle Tennessee State University where he is also a full time student, studying Aerospace Maintenance Management. Melissa is a graduate of Middle Tennessee State University and is employed by Stinger Medical of Murfreesboro.
Russell also served in the United States Navy for 5 years.
Then along came Melissa!
Then a nice "Rockin' Christmas"!
Their Caribbean Wedding!
The Harris Brothers at Russ' wedding reception. Left to right - Groom Russ, seated Rick, Jr. and Ryan.
Melissa & Russ with their "babies" Daisy and Bella!
College Student Russell.
Bella and Daisy.
A few of Russ' "loves".
Their home in Murfreesboro, TN.
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Last, but never least is the youngest son Ryan. Ryan graduated from Eastern Kentucky University with a Degree in Criminal Justice and is employed by the Tennessee State Department of Corrections. He married wife Jennifer last May (07). They reside in Cumberland Furnace, TN. Ryan also has a daughter Emma Grace Burns who lives in Winchester, KY. She is three years old.
Ryan off to college!
And he graduates! Russell, Ryan and Rick, Jr.
Ryan after graduation, meets up with Pretty Jenn. . . .wedding bells start to chime.
Pretty Jenn. . . .
The happy couple!
Brother's plus one! Does Russell remind you of anyone?
Mr. and Mrs. Ryan Harris.
All of us! There's that face again. . . hmmmm.
The "Harris Boys" and their "Brides".
The original Harris Family.
Melissa, Eliza, Emma and Rick, Jr.
Grandma Sue (Harris) Moreau and Grandbabies Emma and Eliza!
Ryan and baby Emma Grace!
Emma Grace - 18 months.
Pretty Bathing Beauty.
Pensively pretty.
God Bless America!
Pretty in Pink.
Trick or Treat!
Rocker Girl . . .you go!!
Well, that about wraps up our lineage to date. Hope it puts us in perspective and that you'll have an idea of who is who when we make further posts!
We'll be talking to you soon!
Mags
Saturday, March 8, 2008
Overview
Okay, I've put some posts on here on fairly random topics up to this point. I guess it is time for a quick overview of my life. Yes, I still live in the Upper Peninsula. Alanis is seven years old and she is my only child. She and I live in a cabin on the Big Cedar River and I love it in the country. Alanis is precocious, sensitive, and tomboy all rolled into one. Not sure what I did to deserve a kid like her, but I am thankful for her every day.
I teach mostly high school English at Carney-Nadeau public school. I have been there for 13 years now. I will be coaching track this year after taking a couple years off to spend a little extra time being Dad instead of being Coach.
I'm healing from a recent triceps surgery which is just another on the long list of freak injuries I've suffered in my life. Cannot wait to return to full workouts.
Alanis goes to school where I work and I greatly enjoy the fact that we get to ride to and from school together. It is a K-12 building and I even get to see Lani during the school day whenever I want. It really is a win-win situation for us both.
Purely by happenstance, somehow when I returned to the U.P. after a short stint of working downstate, Rufus (Mark), Theresa, and I all ended up living within about a sixty mile radius of each other which is nice. Despite that, I still don't feel like I communicate enough with them and I know they feel the same. It's a busy world out there, y'know.
That's all for now. Have to get ready to meet Alanis at her swim session.
I teach mostly high school English at Carney-Nadeau public school. I have been there for 13 years now. I will be coaching track this year after taking a couple years off to spend a little extra time being Dad instead of being Coach.
I'm healing from a recent triceps surgery which is just another on the long list of freak injuries I've suffered in my life. Cannot wait to return to full workouts.
Alanis goes to school where I work and I greatly enjoy the fact that we get to ride to and from school together. It is a K-12 building and I even get to see Lani during the school day whenever I want. It really is a win-win situation for us both.
Purely by happenstance, somehow when I returned to the U.P. after a short stint of working downstate, Rufus (Mark), Theresa, and I all ended up living within about a sixty mile radius of each other which is nice. Despite that, I still don't feel like I communicate enough with them and I know they feel the same. It's a busy world out there, y'know.
That's all for now. Have to get ready to meet Alanis at her swim session.
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
Introducing Our Branch!
So. . .let's see where to begin? I am Maggi. . .and I belong to Rick Harris, Sr. Rick is the son of Doris (Cloutier) and Alvin Harris. Rick is also the brother of "Butch", who is the father of the creator of this fabulous blog - "Wedge". . .AKA: Dale Harris ;-)! There are four other of Rick's siblings out there, as well as a multitude of cousins and hopefully others that will take advantage. What a marvelous idea!
Rick, Sr. has three son's, Rick, Jr, Russ and Ryan from his marriage to Sue (Gliwa) Moreau. All three boys are married. Rick, Jr. lives in Connecticut, while Russ and Ryan both reside in Tennessee. There will be much more on the three of them in coming posts.
Rick, Sr. and I are "full time RVers", which means we are modern day"vagabonds", although we are rarely seen begging and I'm sure we wouldn't fit the definition of vagrants. . lol. We are however known across the internet as 'Hobo and His Irish Dream". We are living in a large fifth wheel trailer, pulled by our trusty truck and we travel the U.S. non stop. Well - for the most part. We do stop for periods of time, until "hitch itch" strikes us once again and we move on down the road. We primarily winter in Yuma, Arizona and spend the summer months traveling from coast to coast and border to border. One of our other favorite past-times is the hobby of Geocaching which we will share with you on a regular basis.
We have recently purchased a lovely piece of acreage in Dixon Springs, Tennessee. This will become our permanent home as we run out of new places to travel.
Stay tuned for the life and times of Rick and Maggi. Hopefully it will be an interesting journey!
Until later -
Maggi (Hobo's Irish Dream)
Rick, Sr. has three son's, Rick, Jr, Russ and Ryan from his marriage to Sue (Gliwa) Moreau. All three boys are married. Rick, Jr. lives in Connecticut, while Russ and Ryan both reside in Tennessee. There will be much more on the three of them in coming posts.
Rick, Sr. and I are "full time RVers", which means we are modern day"vagabonds", although we are rarely seen begging and I'm sure we wouldn't fit the definition of vagrants. . lol. We are however known across the internet as 'Hobo and His Irish Dream". We are living in a large fifth wheel trailer, pulled by our trusty truck and we travel the U.S. non stop. Well - for the most part. We do stop for periods of time, until "hitch itch" strikes us once again and we move on down the road. We primarily winter in Yuma, Arizona and spend the summer months traveling from coast to coast and border to border. One of our other favorite past-times is the hobby of Geocaching which we will share with you on a regular basis.
We have recently purchased a lovely piece of acreage in Dixon Springs, Tennessee. This will become our permanent home as we run out of new places to travel.
Stay tuned for the life and times of Rick and Maggi. Hopefully it will be an interesting journey!
Until later -
Maggi (Hobo's Irish Dream)
Maggi & Rick Harris, Sr.
On a "land bridge" in Bar Harbor, Maine
September, 2007
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