Saturday, November 21, 2020
Thinking of Donna brings back good memories. My favorite memory, of course, was being best man at Donna and Lyall's wedding. It doesn't seem like 50 years ago.
What I remember most about Donna was her infectious laugh. She loved to laugh and have fun. This is just one anecdote. When my brother got married, Donna and I made a JUST MARRIED sign, complete with cupids and hearts and flowers. We snuck over to his apartment building at night and taped the sign to a window with the blinds closed. We were hoping that drivers along Portage Ave would honk their horns for the newlyweds when they saw the sign. We were very proud of ourselves; and laughed all the way home.
When I first met Donna, she worked at Dusessoy's. Dusessoy's is long gone but the building still stands, and whenever I visit Winnipeg and pass by it, it reminds me of her.
Although we didn't live close to each other in recent years, I'm glad we managed to stay in touch. I will miss our phone conversations; and exchanging cards, letters, and pictures at Christmas.
To Lyall, Darryl, and Eddie, my thoughts are with you.
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