“July 17th is just around the corner”

Jun 14th “July 17th is just around the corner”

“Brady Matriarch”

When our Aunt Irene Riley, who has a birthday coming up next week, became a widow – she also took over the role of “Matriarch.” She was the eldest living member of the “BRADY” Family and had the stability of being able to bring all family members, together.

As, I remember as a teenager, she would call me on Sunday mornings – early – so that when “calling” … she would inquire to see if I had gone to church –

If, I said “NO” – she would inform me – “get ready” right NOW… you still have time to go!

If, I had said “YES” – that was the end of the conversation.

I’m guessing she went down the list and called everyone – letting all of us… who did not go, or… were not going to go to “CHURCH” – that we were despicable sinners, and it was “her duty” to see to it… that we all …went to “CHURCH.”

Generally, when a “HOLIDAY” would be coming up – she would send cards out to everyone and then… there would be a net work of communication going on, as to who would be doing, what… and when and where and “WHO” will be picking her up?

And who else will be on the same “PICK-UP” list, as there were some people, not to offend anyone – can not mention names – but… there are some people who did not share “time and space” in harmony.

Always, something that had happened so long ago that the real story has been long forgotten – but there were two of the clan that never forgot and never plan on forgiveness!

For the most part, everybody would get along, because they did not want to be taken out of Aunt Irene’s will.

Every one knew that someday… they would receive something more than they, wanted to forfeit –

By acting like a “FOOL!”

So, until and after the funeral – everyone got along.

The “HOPE” of receiving – makes for an “amiable” family!”