Aunt Nancy
Sunday mornings, I anticipated the lift to Church, with Aunt Nancy & Uncle Allen.
My Sunday school teacher was Mr. George ‘GROOVY’ Allen.
Tim Lee, Steven Nottage & I…the cousins three, we're enamored by Groovy Allen.
It was late January, on one of these rides, an argument arose amongst the youth in the back seat…I fiercely stood my ground, as Cindy & Sandy tried to say there was no such thing as Santa Clause.
Aunt Nancy, being Mom's first cousin, was entrusted with Cookie, my younger brother. Who lived with them in Wisconsin for a spell… I don't think he really got the knack of the whole Ice Fishing thing, but loved his time there.
Needless to say, Aunt Nancy & Uncle Allen's names were always mentioned in our home…they stayed in close contact over the years.
I don't think anyone, loves conch more than Uncle Allen. I used to deliver to the condo on P.I…. A variation of fresh catch: fish, lobster, crab bitters & conch, it was a highlight for me, whenever I could…sometimes Aunt Nancy was resting & unable to receive them, but that didn't stop the smile on Uncle Allen face, when he opened the door.
Fast forwarding…Jessica Lee Cartwright, came into our world, naturally her Christening was done (beautifully) by Uncle Allen…Carolyn Held her, as Alice & Nancy looked proudly on.
I’m really sorry to have not been in Nassau, during this time, to meet the growth of her extended family & to join-in, with the celebration of her amazing life.
Love to All,
Kevin C. Cartwright.