Going back

(July 30, 2011) Earlier this month my husband and I traveled back to northeastern Ohio (where we both were born and reared) to visit with relatives, a trip we make at least twice a year. We had a great time reliving old times with brothers, sisters and in-laws, even a niece from Italy and a nephew from the far west side of town.

When we were growing up in the suburbs of Cleveland, east was east and west was west and you know the rest. We lived on the east side and the west side was like a foreign country. In fact, in those days nobody traveled more than a few miles from home. It was a big deal when we moved to New Jersey some 45 years ago.

We visited the old neighborhoods, bought some ethnic food from Grandpa's butcher, had dinners with family and friends in new and old places, and reminisced about when we all were young. What a rejuvenating time we had!

Now that I'm back, I again am reviewing the many blogs we have at Recorder Community Newspapers. There is such a variety from book reviews to political tirades to sentimental chitchat and more. Many give information about community groups and activities. The latest to join is Chester Library at the Observer-Tribune.

Anyone interested in joining the 60+ bloggers here at newjerseyhills.com, the website of 15 Recorder Community Newspapers, may call me at (908) 832-7420 and I will explain the free, simple process. All you need is a Internet connection device and an e-mail.