Thursday, May 30, 2024
Great memories of someone that was as close to me as one might be to their grandmother! I worked at "The Bird's Nest" on Locust Lane in Beamsville in the late 80's (1987 to about 1991) - it was my first job and I was 12, making $2.50/hr. Ivy was a wonderful lady and took great care of me. I never had to bring a lunch to work, it was always provided, and it was always good. We'd start our day at 8, have a 15 minute break at 10 and 3:00, and an hour lunch, ending at 5. Always clockwork with Roy.
I really appreciated my time with Roy and Ivy - I would say they had a major impact on my life. I learned much from Roy, and Ivy too. I will never forget them.
I am sorry we lost touch when Ivy moved from Grimsby and thought that perhaps Ivy passed years ago. Otherwise I would have loved a last visit. Ivy was a name at the top of the list when we had a girl - had we had another, I'm pretty sure she would be an Ivy too!
My brother Neil also benefitted from Ivy's hospitality when he took over my place on the farm.
Greetings to the family and I hope you enjoy all the fond memories of your mother. Blessings.
Bart DeVries (bartdevries2012@gmail.com)
