Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Bo (and the whole Lenius family) was one of my first friends. Our birthdays were only two days apart, and he never let me forget that he was always older than me. We all ran through the neighbourhood as one large troop (often to the detriment of my allergies), playing in the alleys and in the basement, making potions and anything else we could think of. I'm pretty sure it was either Rod, Barb, or Heather who taught me how to ride a bike. I know it was Rod who taught me how to play pinball at the place on the corner.
Going to the beach as part of the gang was always special, and Auntie Do always ensured that we were all 'threatened' equally with the 'wooden spoon' and washed in the washtub. Sunflower seeds, iced tea, and freezies bought from found bottles were the days that true friendships were formed.
Krista and family, you have lost a good friend, as have we all.
