A Great Grandpa for Victoria

86 year old Dad has done amazingly well with his chemo treatments so far. His survival instincts have really kicked in. He maintains a vibrant mind, enjoys discussing business, family and his personal philosophies of Life. Today, Sunni, my daughter and great-granddaughter Victoria were joined by my son-in-law Kevin for their return trip to Boston tomorrow. I would say that in spite of everything, Jack, my Dad,is a lucky man!

'Family Guy' can be hypnotic!

Okay, so Little Victoria's dad Kevin is a big 'Family Guy' fan. I'm not much for cartoons, adult or not...but today in NY, Victoria was watching (what else) Family Guy. Her little eyes glzed over and she was channeling her Dad with that mesmerized FG look...what do you think?

Pride in My Daughter

Today I'm feeling great pride for my daughter Sunni. She felt it important to care for her grandfather, my Dad, during and after his second round of chemo, following his colon cancer surgery. Sunni and new daughter Victoria, have been staying at Dad's in New York for the last week. She'll remain there for another week. I'll arrive on Tuesday, Aug. 11 in time for Dad's third round of a three month ordeal. Sunni's sacrifice, compassion and sense of duty have not only made me proud, but inspires me as well. The love of family is a beautiful thing...
Sunni shown above with Baby Victoria during her recent trip to Florida.

Miss Victoria Ann Fleming

Our precious Victoria Ann Fleming has arrived! We are blessed and grateful for her health and robustness. This beautiful 8 lb. 7 oz child arrived the evening of February 21, 2009 to the delight of her mother, Sunni; dad Kevin and Aunt Lisa. This is our very first grandDAUGHTER, and I'm so delighted. I'm predicting yoga classes together, shopping trips, craft days and lots of bonding between Grandma and Granddaughter. Welcome to our world, Miss Victoria Ann!

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Wedding Update!!

We're talking less than forty-five days to the Big Day!

• Tuxedos figured out - Check.
• Card holder for cards and checks - Check.
• Alteration lady sewing a matching jacket for my dress - Check.
• Lisa's dress altered - Complete and Check!

Of course there are more than a million other details, but things are moving along rather quickly and fairly well...Let's put it this way - I'm still vertical and able to talk and walk at the same time!! Invitation confirmations are arriving daily and the Grand Total could be about 150 people. Fifty for the rehearsal dinner and fifty for the afterparty..But we're 'rising to the challenge' to make this a great day for our daughter and her soon-to-be new husband...

Excuse me, is this WORK??

We heard from Sunni today, and thankfully, she's made it to her destination safely. She's off to work at the factory, but did manage to relax at her hotel...The Sofitel Royal Lagoon Hotel in Dongguan, China. The luxury hotel features a business center, concierge services, Internet access, car rental service and for the sports-minded guest~ a golf course, basketball facilities, tennis courts and a jogging track. She's sure to take advantage of all the spa facilities, with a mani-pedi during her stay. Okay, so we work hard! But we play hard, too!

On Her Way...Again!

Despite poor weather in both Boston and her connection city of Chicago, Sunni's flight took off for her Hong Kong destination and ultimately, mainland China. She'll do a two week assignment, meeting with her factory personnel to review each individual customer's product, overall project & timeline. Of course her nervous Mom will feel much better once the trip is over and she's once again on US soil. Renting out her condo, moving to a new home and planning a wedding rounds out the busy life of our youngest daughter! Picture above is famous Oriental Pearl TV tower in Shanghai, China, taken by Sunni during her last trip.Click for a closer view, then use your back button to return.