Nov. 22, 1963 – Nov.22, 2013 | Grandma’s Stories

Nov 15th Nov. 22, 1963 – Nov.22, 2013

Fifty years ago – do you remember where you were and what you were doing? People are starting to recall and tell their stories of what they remember and what they will be doing next Friday. Here in Florissant, Missouri – there will be a re-dedication of the JKF Memorial Building ceremony. I am guessing that there will be a large turnout. All the older citizens will have their own stories to tell, and all the young people will listen and learn, since they were kids back then or not even born until much later?

When this happened, our family was here in Saint Louis, I was working at the Telephone Company, my husband was in the hospital and the kids were small, and before we went back to Florida, I wanted to take the family downtown to Famous Barr store to see their special Christmas Show for kids, like I saw when I was a kid! But, due to the murder of President Kennedy, there was a national black out of everything. Television only covered what was happening with the Kennedy Family and Famous Barr Christmas Show was cancelled as was everything pertaining to the Holiday Season. I naturally was upset and had seen more than enough of the re-enactment of the Dallas, Texas motorcade ride, showing the killing of President Kennedy, and now today we find out who was behind the whole situation and who wanted the President out of their way?

Following up on stories about the “Kennedy Family” – I especially liked reading that they have dinner together every evening, and that each child was expected to have read an article in that day’s paper and each child was to give their interpretation of the story and meaning. A current event, maybe something political, to inspire the youngster into the politics of the family ways of life. This family time around the dinner table – giving each child time to voice an opinion on the subject of their own choice, is something I feel more families should do. Work to inspire the kids to be able to talk about a subject they like, talking in front of a group, their family, without fear of being shut down. Daily reading for a new topic each night, and ask for a response at the table and a follow-up.

Public speaking, and learning what the newspapers have printed on the current events of the day, will sharpen the mind and thought process, as well as help the individual to go forward in any field they may choose for their daily living. Inspiration to know and to learn will take people further and help each of us to be more productive. The name of the game is for everyone to be employed.

Motivating your youngsters today, and balance yourself with good amounts of work, play, and “THANK Yahweh” our Creator…for all for all of our great abilities to do so!