I spent a lot of time with my Uncle Jerry growing up. It always seemed as if we so much closer in age and interests than he was to his oldest brothers so it was easy to see him as a cool Uncle. Of course, all that cool uncle stuff only gets you so far so I’m glad he found Jeanie. I’m excited to talk to Jeanie today and learn more about her life before choosing to marry into the Beautiful Party and what she thought about all of that as it was happening. I probably won’t ask her to spill any embarrassing Jerry stories …as long as she doesn’t ask me about any.
Jeanie and I chat about her life pre-marriage, her meeting Jerry at St. Pius, and their first date at the Lumber Yard Cafe on Dauphin Street. Jeanie shares her perspective on adapting to the vibrant Still family compared to her upbringing with three older sisters.
We discuss family gatherings, recalling a chaotic yet heartwarming first cabbage roll dinner and the challenges and joys of raising children. The conversation shifts to Grandpa's later years, intertwining old memories with new experiences post-Hurricane Katrina.
Jeanie fondly remembers family trips to Destin and annual gatherings where traditions were cherished, including the time Billy knocked on the door on her honeymoon night because he needed to use the DRE. Classic!
Do you have family stories to tell? Memories of Donald and Katherine? Stories about family gatherings? Whatever it may be, if it's related to the Still family, it would be good to hear.
Email Mark Still at mark@thepracticalstill.com and we'll add it to the records!
