Saturday, January 26, 2008

Gabbey???

Has anyone heard if Gaylon (Gabbey) is coming to this reunion, or if he is even intersted in coming to it? I was just wondering, I have only seen him once since I was 2 that why I was asking, honestly I don't know if I remember what he looks like. I am actually looking forward to meeting the rest of the family alot more because all of you will stay in my life I am sure. Gail Shailee

20 comments:

Sarah Williamson said...

I think someone will have to call him. I don't know if anyone has his phone number or address. I wouldn't hold your breath though. But, you never know. Miracles do happen and just maybe..........

audrey guelle said...

Gail, I heard he was in very poor health. I am told he took the passing of Uncle Pete very hard. He has several stints in his heart so I think he isn't able to do much anymore.
LOV YA LOTS
aint aud

Sandi said...

Surely he can still ride in a car! Heck, I bet he could get a plane ticket pretty cheap if he started searching now. I'll even bet someone could pick him up on the way down. The only way I know how to get to him is thru Gail #2. If he can't come, I wish someone would let him know about the blog. Maybe he could write a bit. That would be good. I think there are a lot of people wanting to hear from him, and he should be very proud of that fact. It's possible he doesn't have internet though.....even so, I guess someone could snail mail him and let him know. ???? I guarantee you this will be the one event NO ONE will want to miss out on! It's gonna be a HOOT! I'm ready for some fun! Meeting for the first time will no doubt be the BEST. DON'T MISS IT!!!!!!
Love, Sandi

jim said...

By the way Gaylon is the middle name, it is Harold, in his words "hair oil" and that is why he didn't like it. And he went into the army because grampa wouldn't buy he the diamond ring he wanted. Before that he threaten to join the army if he didn't get a bike or something like that. And the best one was when he told my mother if she only had one of his thoughts in her head it would split her head open, then he was lucky to get away with his life. Mom is kind of like granny on the hillbillies, she'll whip you if you get her dander up. Just call her Daisey. Well I jumped around enough so I'll quit now.

Cory Ladd said...

I'm hoping he sees this as well, Gail. I've probably spent the most time with him and can tell you that despite his many faults, he has a great heart -- figuratively speaking, it seems. But who doesn't have their faults, right? You probably won't believe this, BUT...I'm not perfect either! No, no...it's true!

Like all Ladd's, he had a great sense of humor. He would always act goofy in public -- pretty much anything for a laugh! He would also pretty much talk to everyone! Stores...restaurants...you name it!

I for one hold no ill feelings -- hopefully this will find it's way to him and he'll consider coming. If not, you'll just have to be entertained by me! Although I did go from thinking ya'll probably wouldn't talk to me, after this reunion, to thinking I'll be the BORING one!

Sarah Williamson said...

Oh no Cory, say it isn't true! I thought you were perfect. That's the only reason I was even going to this reunion was to bear witness to such perfection. Hear that loud popping noise? That was my bubble!

Jim, very nice stories and totally consistant with how I remember him!

By the way, I just learned that Charlie Daniels is the Secretary of State for Arkansas. I think that is so cool, I love his music

Cory Ladd said...

I know! Imagine how Lisa feels!! I guess putting up with me makes her perfect though...

Dylan Ladd said...

I hope he is coming, I really want to meet my grandpa.

jim said...

Corey, you must have some of your mother in you, first line of business of all ladd's is that they do think that they are perfect and if not, they don't tell.
Well, everyone has their good and bad side. Gabby, is no different. I would ask me if I ever ran into any of you. He thought you might be in the service. And he did want to talk to you. Anyway, we can't change the past, but its past time for pulling the family back together.

Anonymous said...

Ehhhemmm...are you including me on that thinking we're perfect thing and if not we don't tell?

jim said...

You might say your not but you don't believe it!!!!lol

Sandi said...

Debbey, I think this is your cue to jump in at any time.

Debbey said...

Why do I have to jump in -You can't argue with perfection

jim said...

Way to go Deb, you shut the turd slinger up!

Cory Ladd said...

See...it's my 'rope-a-dope'. I start out acting like I have a flaw or two and then....BOOM! Next thing you know...I go "Ladd" style -- and suddenly I'm perfect! It kind of sneaks up on people so they don't get too mad once they figure out what I did.

And I assume you weren't referring to me being in the service. I was already married the last time I saw / spoke to my Dad. He just kind of disappeared after the last I saw him. My son, Dylan, would like to meet him. He was only 2 or 3 when he last saw him.

Lastly, my girl Jodi is pretty damn perfect....she just doesn't get it yet! It's probably because she's so young. And don't tell anyone, BUT....she has a wicked sense of humor.

Anonymous said...

Mom, I know you are out there reading this blog, and I want to tell you that I think we should officially adopt Cory. I'll pay the legal fees.

Cory Ladd said...

I'm pretty sure Lisa would give you $20 to just take me off her hands!

Sandi said...

We don't have to official adopt him, just let him sleep on the couch....that counts in Arkansas!

Good one Debbey. Betcha didn't even have to think about that comment, didja?

Sandi said...

Dylan, maybe something will happen and you will get to see him. You just never know. I'm excited about seeing YOU! You must have got the "smart" gene! (count your blessings for that). I've got some ol pics of your grandpa, and I promise I'll send them soon.
Love,
Sandi

Orrin Newton Ladd said...

turd slinger eh?..... sounds like something out of a spaghetti western...

or maybe it was blazin saddles

I hope they dont start talkin about bullseyes