People Who I have Admired!

[2BNTV]

1. My late friend Steve, who was a brilliant guy. I remember vividly one facet of his brilliance. He would get an idea about something that should be invented. He used to constantly leaf through technical periodicals, as he was an Electrical Engineer, and the invention, would appear shortly, after he mentioned it. He also designed a machine used for IBM when we worked in the laser industry, that inscribe the serial number, on the back of typewriter frames. Another invention was “The Button Marker” that inscribe numbers and letters on typewriter buttons ,using the laser beam.
Good family man who abstained from drinking and did not allow alcohol in his home. His wife, Janie was a remarkable woman, who was very caring, and helped anyone who needed it , and did it without their having to ask. She passed before him, from prostate cancer, at the tender age of 52.
2. My best friend Bobby. A very self disciplined guy, who definitely knows, what he wants from life and is good at making decisions, that is right for him and his family. Salt of the earth, and his wife, Barbara, who lets the world roll over her. We all had a lot of laughs together, and thoroughly enjoy being in their company.
If and when, he and his wife Barbara, ever visits me, don’t mention I posted this as he might be upset. When he gets upset with me, he asks, “is your hospitalization paid up” as he is very strong . He used to grab me and wrestle with me. I decided I would just let him have his fun, as I wasn’t going to get away and or win. He would let me go, when he had enough, or I cried “uncle”. Did you ever try wrestling with an 800 lb gorilla? I wouldn’t recommend it. :D
BTW – he wouldn’t hurt a fly but he is very strong. He is like a younger brother to me, and I consider him family.

What person/s, do you admire, and why?

[Madelaine Amee]

As I get older my grandmother comes more and more into my thoughts. She was a tough old lady, incredible cook, kept a spotless and beautiful home. BUT, she was short and very fat and never, ever wore anything but a black dress with a full apron over it. Thick stockings (in all weathers) and lace up shoes. She was old when I was a teenager and I thought she was hopelessly out of touch with life. Now when I think back to visiting her I can smell cherry pie, roast dinners, and the wonderful clean smell of her home. She had made her own sheets and they were always washed and hung out to dry and I will never forget sleeping in a big feather bed with those wonderful crisp sheets.

We take much for granted these days.

[graciegirl]

The man who I have shared my life with for 52 years is the person I most admire. He is a kind reasonable man with patience and a dry witty sense of humor. No job is too dirty for him and he has never shied away from work of any kind. He is quick to help but not a pushover. He has uncommonly good common sense and a huge sense of responsibility to see that any of his family is comfortable and safe. He has been the provider and steward of the children and grandchildren's cars until they were launched. He takes good care of his possessions and our home and of me. He is a very good golfer and a very nice dresser, always neat and clean and his lovely hair is always combed but has a curl at the nape of his neck that can't be calmed. He is the nicest person I have ever met.

[buggyone]

The man who I have shared my life with for 52 years is the person I most admire. He is a kind reasonable man with patience and a dry witty sense of humor. No job is too dirty for him and he has never shied away from work of any kind. He is quick to help but not a pushover. He has uncommonly good common sense and a huge sense of responsibility to see that any of his family is comfortable and safe. He has been the provider and steward of the children and grandchildren's cars until they were launched. He takes good care of his possessions and our home and of me. He is a very good golfer and a very nice dresser, always neat and clean and his lovely hair is always combed but has a curl at the nape of his neck that can't be calmed. He is the nicest person I have ever met.

Does your husband know about this guy?:wave:

[redwitch]

My family --

My father who was a high school drop out who ended up with a Ph.D. in history and a Master's in languages. He was raised in the Kentucky hills yet managed to teach his kids that all people were to be judged by their actions, not the color of their skin, their religion or their wealth (or lack of it). He was a brilliant man who loved life, his family and his country and showed that love to the world.

My mother for being raised as a German aristocrat, surviving Dachau although a pure Aryan, for recognizing that my father was her soulmate, for being able to cope with constant moves or being a single mother while married when we couldn't travel with my father. She was a kind and gentle lady whom everyone loved.

My brother for accepting three tours in Vietnam although he felt the war was wrong because he felt his presence could save some lives. He was always funny and one of the bravest men I've ever had the honor to know.

My daughter for overcoming some extreme adversity before I adopted her and not letting that destroy as she grew up, for overcoming my mistakes in raising her, for being a warm and loving person and is on her way to being a woman I would be proud to call a friend and my daughter (even if I do want to kill her as often as I want to kiss her).

[Barefoot]

My family --

My father who was a high school drop out who ended up with a Ph.D. in history and a Master's in languages. He was raised in the Kentucky hills yet managed to teach his kids that all people were to be judged by their actions, not the color of their skin, their religion or their wealth (or lack of it). He was a brilliant man who loved life, his family and his country and showed that love to the world.

My mother for being raised as a German aristocrat, surviving Dachau although a pure Aryan, for recognizing that my father was her soulmate, for being able to cope with constant moves or being a single mother while married when we couldn't travel with my father. She was a kind and gentle lady whom everyone loved.

My brother for accepting three tours in Vietnam although he felt the war was wrong because he felt his presence could save some lives. He was always funny and one of the bravest men I've ever had the honor to know.

My daughter for overcoming some extreme adversity before I adopted her and not letting that destroy as she grew up, for overcoming my mistakes in raising her, for being a warm and loving person and is on her way to being a woman I would be proud to call a friend and my daughter (even if I do want to kill her as often as I want to kiss her).

That's a very touching post.
Also beautifully written. :ho: