This past Saturday, the Swanson Family’s traditional Summer Get Together and Annual WaterFight, took place at Cousin Tim’s place. 51 folks, young and old, attended the festivities according to the people counter, Aunt Christine, including the newest member of the Swanson … Continue reading
I am very pleased to share that today, Jan. 26, 2014 at 12:57PM, Tanner James Swanson was born to Gary Jr. and his wife, Isabeau. He weighed in at 7 lbs. – 8 oz. and is 20.5″ tall. Here is a side … Continue reading
796! That’s how many people we currently have loaded on our Swanson/Mattson Family tree! Amazing! Our visit to Scandinavia in 2010 really got us started with so much information on the Svensson, Mattson and Brännbäck branches and we have continued … Continue reading
In honor of Gary, Jr. and all active duty military who cannot be with us as we celebrate Christmas this year, I have wrapped all my presents in yellow ribbon. We miss you and love you, son! Please know that … Continue reading
Yesterday afternoon, Christina and Isabeau (Gary Jr.’s fiancé – oh did I let that slip?) visited and we went for a short trip to the local supermarket. On the way, we came across a pedestrian. The turtle was very slowly … Continue reading
Yes, he is in the Army and he is 20 now, but he is still Junior to me! This pic was taken as he departed the weekend before last back to Ft. Bragg. We are of course completely supportive of … Continue reading
Soon, Gary, JR, will depart back to life in the Army. As he turns 20 next month, we decided to surprise him with a Birthday party here tonight! He has just arrived and did not have a clue we had … Continue reading
After enduring extensive training in this man’s Army, it was great to see my two sons, PJ and Gary (JR) together once again sharing a common interest. Chips off the ‘ol block!
Gary Jr. was at home for the past week or so, having received a ten day leave from his Army post at Ft. Bragg, NC. His advanced training is going well. He proudly wears his (U.S. Army Airborne) maroon beret. … Continue reading
Today, Junior turned nineteen. He is currently stationed in NC in the Army, so we could not celebrate with him. We did however have a party for him on his recent visit. Here are a few of my favorite … Continue reading