We guesstimate that about 130 people gathered at the fabulous Erie banquet hall in Port to celebrate the 90th birthday of Joe's customer/pal, Dennis. When you have eight children and scores of Grands and Greats, the numbers mount quickly. It was a perfect party, with every little detail tended to in a bee-keeper's theme. Why the bees…
Though retired as a well driller, this man has enthusiastically continued on with other hobbies. He still hunts with one of his sons. No four-wheeler for him.He travels to a blind on foot. And he still keeps bees, providing honey for all.
It was quite a surprise for us to be seated at the head table, with Joe placed right next to Dennis. They had a lot of catching up to do. Joe brought along the bill for our own well, pounded out over the course of an entire month in 1971. $500.00. That's right. Can you imagine the thousands of dollars it would cost today? And furthermore, our neighbors yield inadequate water from their rotary wells, as our 300-and-something-foot deep puppy continues to provide an abundance of aqua.
What an interesting man, the celebrant. We had a great time and wish him continued good health, as he accepts lovin' from those who surrounded him, Saturday night past.
HOW SWEET IT IS!
