Tag Archives: Family

The Kirby

Posted on June 23, 2016 by vanbytheriver

I have a love/hate relationship with a household appliance. I blame it on a 1960’s salesman who might have caused the demise of my parents’ marriage. The Kirby vacuum cleaner has been produced since 1934, and even today, can only … Continue reading →

Posted in Childhood, Family, Home, Memories, Relationships | Tagged 1960's, Divorce, Family, Finances, Kirby, Vacuum Cleaner | 89 Comments

Letters

Posted on March 8, 2016 by vanbytheriver

It might be a dying art, but there is something so special about the handwritten letter. I have saved so many over the years; some from friends, most from family. None were more special than those from my Aunt Mary. … Continue reading →