Uncle Virgil asked me to share a little about Dad and what we've been through. These were my notes...what I wanted to share. I'm not really sure exactly what I said, but this is what I intended to say!
Larry wanted to be here today to share, but due to medical emergencies, he was unable to make it. This is the first family reunion that he has missed since 1983! He had something recorded, but I have no coverage on the cell phone so we can't hear his message. So here's mine instead...
This past year or so has been difficult for our family as we say a long good-bye to our beloved Dad who has Alzheimer's Disease. Some of you understand the situation we face. We trust that our Heavenly Father knows best.
So we are here to represent Dad. It is hard to be here without him, but he would want us to carry on the traditions. Dad would want Mom to be here, too--you all havce been her family now for 53 years!
Dad taught his kids about linking the future with the past--teaching the next generation about family heritage. My own children love coming to Tennessee. TJ said the best thing about coming to TN (besides swimming in the George Hole) is "having a reunion." Poppy would be proud.
God has blessed this family with each other. This is certainly a unique family. I don't know of too many other families that have a reunion like this--returning to their roots once a year from all over the country. I am the youngest grandchild of Ed and Stella Ferguson and what an incredible blessing it is to have a family like this one!
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