The Last Letter Home
My Uncle Francis J. Poltrack USMC was killed on September 17, 1944 in the Battle of Peleliu. He wrote this letter four days before his… Read More »The Last Letter Home
Holidays
Thanksgiving 2021
I’m thankful that the family was able to gather together for a shared Thanksgiving supper just as we had done before COVID arrived. I’m thankful… Read More »Thanksgiving 2021
2021, A New Year, A New Start?
I can’t bring myself to say “Happy New Year”. My only hope is that it will be better Sadly I believe that happiness is in… Read More »2021, A New Year, A New Start?
Homemade Fireworks
I’ve had a long history with fireworks, When Connecticut made them illegal I decided to make my own. Thankfully I never blew myself up or… Read More »Homemade Fireworks
Pandemic Journal – Memorial Day 2020
Memorial Day ceremonies have been canceled because of the COVID-19 Pandemic. However we were able to place flags on the graves of Veterans while maintaining… Read More »Pandemic Journal – Memorial Day 2020