Okay. So, the other day I was on Montauk Highway in Eastport and passed my son. But this time he was driving MY car and I was riding HIS bike.
Say what? It was pretty funny because we actually passed each other right in front of the elementary school. He waved and beeped. I waved and, well, thought that THIS is weird.
But the good things in life can always be celebrated with an ice cream cone. You do it when they are little, and you still do it when they pass their driving test, or graduate from college, or get good scores on their SATs.
I would have bought him an ice cream cone even if he failed his road test. But the ice cream cone of victory was so much sweeter. We sat side by side at Snowflake last Friday afternoon eating our victory cones, not really talking, both thinking about the future. I kind of didn’t want it to end. But I’m learning how to store these moments away in my heart, where I can find them later. As my sister Lynda would say, “That was a good one!”
Honoring Our Veterans: So a beautiful Memorial Day found me on my bike riding to the school for the annual Memorial Day service. The Eastport South Manor marching band performed, the veterans placed wreaths, Pastor Charley from the Eastport Bible Church led the group in prayer, and “Taps” was played.
It was a gorgeous morning to pay tribute to our veterans—past and present. The Eastport American Legion members were there as were the members of the Eastport Fire Department and the Ladies Auxiliary. With the birds singing in the background, a little breeze from the north and the abundant sunshine, you couldn’t help but be thankful for all you have. Thank you EMTs, police officers, volunteer firemen and women, and all who contribute their time and a part of their hearts and life to our community.
The College Front: Congratulations to Grace Hood of Eastport who received her bachelor of arts degree in English from SUNY at New Paltz earlier this month.
We would like to welcome a new business to Eastport. Chef’s Prime is located at Olish Farms and offers kosher meats, catering, seafood and more. They will be open seven days a week, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., at the new location on Eastport Manor Road. Call 801-2833 for more information or to place a special order.
The full moon of June is the Strawberry Moon and you know what that means: local strawberries are here! I love June with the roses and the strawberries, and beginnings and endings, and the promise of a bright future for so many. There is a certain feeling that comes with this month. A kind of freedom and optimism. So enjoy and be safe.
on Jun 1, 2010