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Kay & Mary

Sisters

Twins

The Brennan Twins, as they are affectionatly known by their family.

Started out life in Rochester, Minnesota. Mary ran away from home at age 12 to visit her Uncle Alfred some miles away. I believe she took the train there. Her folks were frantic, but soon found her safe with dear Uncle Alfred, helping him in his family dry goods store. After coming of age, Mary “ran away” from home once again, for a two week visit with a friend, which turned into a 60+ year adventure in Springfield, Illinois.

Kay stayed closer to home and settled in Richfield, Minnesota, part of the Twin Cities (Minneapolis/St. Paul) metropolis. Both married, raised their children and prospered in all things good in life.

Aunt Kay, as I call her, made a road trip to Springfield this week, courtesy of one of her sons, Steve. They’re enjoying the visit and seeing the sites to be seen in Central Illinois. Steve hails from New York City, an elementary teacher and artist. He’s getting in some good Mom & Aunt Mary time and planning on making a field trip to soak up the art in the St. Louis Art Gallery.

We had a family gathering and meal together yesterday. Lots of stories were brought out once more, and one or two were new to many. Always a good time of conversation and discussion on topics off interest when family gets together. Cementing those bonds which sometimes lay loose from being afar for too long.

I can see the Irish twinkle in their eyes. Lovely indeed.