Last week I had a chance to fly out to California on Friday. Flying out for a funeral is not the best of times but I was glad that I was able to support the Carlton family at the passing of Michelle Carlton. My buddy Wayne picked me up from John Wayne Airport and we went to In-n-Out burger! I later went to DJ Brothers where I use to work and my buddy Jim jumped out of his chair with a look on his face that said "what are you doing here"! That night Mom and Greg took me to El Torito and I must admit I was pretty tired after that!
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Wayne
Jim, Dave and Don at DJ Brothers
Mom and Greg at El Torito
Saturday I devoted my day to Michelle's funeral and afterwards I spent time at the Carlton's home. Later I stopped by the Ridenour's who are old friends of the family. Larry and Judy Ridenour knew my parents before I was even thought of! It was interesting driving through Long Beach and seeing places that I remember. So many memories came flooding back! I wish that I had another week to visit more sites and people. I then met up with Mom and Greg at Mar bellamy's 75th birthday party. What a fun time to see people who taught me while I was growing up in the Long Beach 11th ward! Sunday brought church at the Fountain valley 1st Ward with Mom and Greg and a wonderful dinner before flying back to Texas! I am so greatful to Mom and Greg for allowing me to stay at there home! Greg made me breakfest everyday and let me borrow his truck! I wish that I had time to see Avatar with him but there is never enough time!
