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Lyle Muller's avatar

Heck of a day to get a physical exam.

Great read, Pat.

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DBG's avatar

Ah, Pat. Thanks for sharing your dad's diary. We thought of you today with the new Pope and wondered about your thoughts on the matter.

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John P Riley's avatar

Was your father from a farm?

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Pat Kinney's avatar

He grew up on a farm near Winthrop in Buchanan County. He hopped trains during the Depression and found work wherever he could, usually out West.

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