Lucy Arrives 9/8

Lucy Ann Simone Sylvester
Lucy arrived on Monday, September 8 at 5:46 a.m. Lucy weighed in at 8 lbs. 4ozs and was 20” long. Becky’s mom and Chuck were with Becky during her labor and we were awaiting news of her arrival in the waiting room. Lucy is a beautiful little girl and we couldn’t be happier for Chuck and Becky. Becky had a difficult delivery and had to be readmitted into the hospital. In the meantime Chuck and the both of us had Lucy at home and we were able to help with her care. Becky is now at home with Chuck and Lucy and they are all doing fine. Becky’s mom and Sue were honored by the baby receiving both of the grandmother’s middle names as part of hers, namely Ann for Barbara and Simone for Suzanne.

Lucy & Dad

Lucy & Sue

Lucy 9/17

Japanese Guests

Japanese Guests
On August 25 we hosted a luncheon and discussion regarding life in America for 2 twelve year old students, a grammar school principal along with a tour guide from Japan. Chuck and Becky’s Japanese neighbor, Yaeko, was short one American family at the last minute and asked us if we were available to step in and host this small group. This was quite the experience. The 2 students, a boy named, Yuki, and a young lady named, Suzuki, had many questions about the American way of life. Yuki was most interested in the recycling that was being done in the U.S. We cooked an American lunch consisting of hot dogs and hamburgers and they were amazed that Bob did the cooking on the grill at lunch time. The students and principal brought us a number of gifts from Japan which is a custom of theirs to present these presents when visiting someone’ home. The children showed us how to play the games that they had brought and also showed Sue how to fold paper into different objects such as animals, flowers and shapes of boxes. Suzuki also entertained us by playing a piece of music on Becky’s piano. She was very good and it was delightful to listen to. It was a very enjoyable 3 hours to spend with visitors to our country.