The phone rang at 2:30 AM Monday morning. I was deep in sleep, buried under our down comforter. Outside it was cold and wet and very, very dark. It was Ashley, RA of Martha House. “Kelly’s throwing up and feeling awful,” she said, “She a really sick little puppy.” I said I’d be right over. Well,…
Kevin Patrick Tracy, 1949-2011
Kevin Patrick Tracy was born January 14, 1949 in Freeport, IL. His father’s first cousin was the famed actor Spencer Tracy who was an enduring and caring presence in the family’s life. Kevin died December 1, 2011, following a grueling four-month battle for his life. His sister Colleen fought right along beside him through it all.…
Come Ye Thankful People, Come
Annette, Scott, Natalie, Rebekah, Kelly, Sterling, Anita & Elizabeth at Thanksgiving Dinner And they did! Those that didn’t missed an awesome feast last Thursday, as we held our annual Thanksgiving community dinner at the Ranch and made it the first of what I hope is an annual appreciation dinner for our staff. Mike & Kara…
Retiring Mom
I am retiring effective December 31st of this year from all my official roles and jobs held over the years at Down Home Ranch. And they have been many and varied, from donkey trainer to program director (they have more in common than you would think, as it turns out.) One role I won’t give…