New Pride

Well, I'm happy to announce that we've got our 38th descendant inbound. The parents, Derek and Kyndal, are expecting their second child October 14. That's 12 days off from Derek's birthday. I couldn't think of a better late B-day present for Kyndal to give. In other news: ajaddiction plays Grand Theft Auto 4 till eyes bleed.

Thank god for the military!

Thirty-Seven individuals gathered around Minnesota have the military to thank for their very being. This revelation started with a unassuming phone call warning Grandma Alfson about an impending visit by two elderly men. The two gentleman callers arrived at the doorsteps of Grandma’s house. One of the men named Russel was a high school graduate along side Grandma and claimed to be infatuated with her before his military service. Proof of this adoration, a tiny tattoo on his wrist reading “bev”.

The man traveling through Minnesota with his brother said the military impeded their relationship. Grandma, who was an unknowing participant in this relationship was speechless. She met our Grandfather after and spawned what is now a close knit group of people. Who’d of thought how close we all came from not existing if not for Russel’s enlistment.

Update: Well, I spoke to grandma again and squeezed out some more details. It seems they did have an impromptu date when he invited himself to a Youth for Christ Rally grandma was already going to (what a hellraiser our granny is). Later he went to war with Korea and got inked. Seems she didn’t even know of the tattoo as the pair corresponded via letters. Well, Russel got captured and taken prisoner and was not allowed to write anymore. Which pretty much ended the relationship right there. Ain't war hell?

Twins lose...again

I went to the Twins game this evening with some friends - we sat in the lower left field stands. They played the Los Angeles Angels, who now have Torii Hunter on their team. It was a pitcher's duel, with the Twins losing 1-0. The Twins are now 1-2 in their first three games of the season.

-Matt

Out Like a Lion!

Hey everyone! We're getting a lot of snow here in the Twin Cities on this 31st of March. See the picture of my Truck covered in snow as I was leaving the parking lot at work. There was no snow on the ground when I arrived at work this morning.





Later,
Matt

Wells Gun Show

This past weekend was the annual Wells Sportsman & Traders show. Mitch, A.J., my dad (Jeff) and I toured over there for the goings on. A.J. found a good deal on some ammunition, Mitch got some Batarangs, Dad got a coin folder for his collection of presidential $1 coins, and I picked up a pocked knife. From there we ventured on to Blooming Prairie, MN, where they had a Toy show. Mitch got a good bargain on Batman Comic Books and Dad got some toy tractors. I acquired a brass Penguin. It was quite the bird. Left is a picture of A.J. with the majestic statue. Amy now has custody of our fine feathered friend. Hopefully she brings it around to family functions.

-Matt

New Hat

Hey everybody. For the first post, I thought I'd show off my new hat. I got it at a haberdashery shop in downtown St. Paul. Amy has taken to calling me "Don Mateo."

- Matt

Welcome

Hey everyone! Welcome to the Alfson Family News blog. The purpose of this blog is for the Alfson family, particularly the Elwood and Beverly Alfson clan, to exchange information and news. Initially this was to be Grandma's blog, but she doesn't have internet, so we'll rely on each other.

As this is to be viewed by all, the intent is not to be a gossip channel, but can be used as such at poster's risk. In general, only share information you know won't offend the person its about. If you want author rights, email the administrator, Matt.





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