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| Peggy is on the left with her husband Dal beside my mom in 1939 |
Peggy Dalziel was my mom's best friend. She was always around in my early years. When we would visit she would always have wonderful home baking and a house full of love.
Today she turns 100 years old! Unfortunately she will not remember this as dementia has taken away her memory. Previously we would meet for lunch with Auntie Peggy, her three children, Stephen, Laurie and Bob with spouses and grandchildren at the Knight and Day because it was close to where she lived. Those lunches have unfortunately ended but we have wonderful memories.
Stephen, Bob and Laurie planned a family get together like we did when she turned 90. On her 90th birthday she knew everyone and it was great to have a family birthday party. This year because of COVID-19 we can't get together.
Here is the email I received from Laurie:
While there would have been a big celebration for Mom / Granny / Auntie Peggy on Tuesday, June 30, this year we must do it in a different way. So. . . . .
What we decided would be the best was a mass ICE CREAM tribute to her. Everyone knows mom LOVES ice cream. So, please, on Tuesday lift a bowl or cone of ICE CREAM to her and a wish for a HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY.
As most of you know, Mom lives at Laurel Place seniors care home. I saw her last week for the first time in three months. It was a 'through the window' visit, but a good one. She looked happy, healthy, well cared for and peaceful. While I wish it was different, Mom is in a good place and doing well. At the rate she's going, she may outlive all of us!!
Happy Birthday Auntie Peggy.
We will enjoy our ice cream treat and think of all the great memories and happy times together.
