I am amazed
Many things have gone through my mind since I recently received an e-mail from a friend called "Long Live the Queen!" The body of the e-mail contained pictures of Queen Elizabeth with each of our Presidents from Harry S. Truman through President Obama. It showed pictures of how she had grown and matured over the years. Hmmm--I remember from Eisenhower on more distinctly, but I do remember her coronation. Okay--so I've been "maturing" right along with her, but never thinking of it. No problem.
Then, last night I was looking for some information on the Department of Commerce to use in a genealogical triva quiz I'm putting together. Lo and Behold--they had just celebrated their 100th Anniversary. I was working in Secretary Verity's immediate office for their 75th Anniversary!!!! After thinking about it I realized that I actually worked under 11 Secretary's of Commerce. And Ralph's Dad was a friend of Secretary Baldridge!
I feel old when I think of having 2 grandaughters in college, but the two revelations above did not help my state of mind!
So a note to the wise--keep in mind that we are creating our own past. If you want anyone to remember you accurately, you need to write it down and pass it on!
Then, last night I was looking for some information on the Department of Commerce to use in a genealogical triva quiz I'm putting together. Lo and Behold--they had just celebrated their 100th Anniversary. I was working in Secretary Verity's immediate office for their 75th Anniversary!!!! After thinking about it I realized that I actually worked under 11 Secretary's of Commerce. And Ralph's Dad was a friend of Secretary Baldridge!
I feel old when I think of having 2 grandaughters in college, but the two revelations above did not help my state of mind!
So a note to the wise--keep in mind that we are creating our own past. If you want anyone to remember you accurately, you need to write it down and pass it on!