Category Archives: Events in honor of John
Kiddo & I had our own ceremony on 9-11
We went to Martin’s and got a buy one get one special on roses. We went to the cemetery and I unwrapped the package of 3 red roses and gave them to Nathaniel. He insisted on moving the Father’s Day … Continue reading
Today, some stranger will accept a flag in John’s name
Today, on September 11th, a day that means so much to all Americans, but is a particularly relevant day to fire fighters, in Colorado for the IAFF holds it’s Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial Service. For reasons discussed yesterday, I’m not … Continue reading
Now I’m one of those people…
Earlier this year, I went to some memorial services where John along with other deceased members were honored…. Harford Cecil Volunteer Fireman’s Association and Community Fire Company of Rising Sun’s banquet. It broke my heart to see that some people … Continue reading
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Photos from cycling at Philly LiveStrong Challenge
The day started VERY early. My Dad went with me and we had a smooth drive to the Challenge. Shortly after we arrived, we found Scott and soon more Team Smitty members filtered in and got their bikes and gear … Continue reading
Philly LiveStrong Challenge- Why we do it…
In Memory of, In Honor of, & for the Survivors… Hopefully, one day, this $)#( ing cancer will be as minor as the common cold and we’ll have effective treatments, early detection, high survival rates, and ways to eliminate some … Continue reading
Philly LiveStrong Challenge 2010- Bike ride
An optimistic several months ago, I signed up for the 20 miler. Well… training came more in the form of 20-30 minutes on the stationary bike and while the endurance or calorie burning program is more challenging than doing nothing… … Continue reading
Philly LiveStrong Challenge- 2010 vs 2009 vs 2008
I just wanted to say, this year as I’m doing the Philly LiveStrong Challenge it’s quite a bag of mixed emotions… remembering when hubby did the 100 miler in 2008 and I brought our tiny son to meet him at … Continue reading
Philly LiveStrong Challenge
Tomorrow, I’ll be doing the 5K in memory of John. http://philly2010.livestrong.org/maryksmith So far, Team Smitty has raised a total of $$2,045.00 I want to send a shout out to Team Smitty David Dushkin Mary Smith Scott Baer Carolyn Brown Elizabeth … Continue reading
“Nathaniel & Daddy” A story for Nathaniel written by me…
I made a Shutterfly photo book for Nathaniel. I figured since he doesn’t have a father that he can celebrate Father’s Day with, I’ll try my best to bring his father to him. Below is the link… I hope you … Continue reading
Posted in Annapolis Fire Department, Cats, Community Fire Company of Rising Sun, Cycling, Events in honor of John, Firefighting, Friends, Horses, Leaky Creek, Life after John's Death, LiveStrong Challenge, Nathaniel, Pre-stage IV
Tagged bringing daddy to Nathaniel, John, photo book, Shutterfly
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Rambling rambles & an IAFF LODD bio
I recently had to write up a bio for John for the IAFF LODD ceremony in September. It was due by the end of May… I pushed the send button on May 31st. I’d spent weeks mulling it over in … Continue reading
Rainbows & Mourning Doves 