September 29

Plenty of things happened on September 29. Here is a list of a few historical events:

The Scotland Yard was formed in 1829.

The cornerstone is laid for the Washington National Cathedral in Washington DC in 1907.

Radio is first used in a presidential campaign in 1936.

For you baseball fans, S.F. Giants outfielder Willie Mays caught a fly ball over his shoulder, one of the most recognized catches in baseball history. (Sorry, I had to relate something in sports)

NASA starts up its space shuttle flights following the Challenger disaster in 1988.

While these are all nice things to have happened, the greatest piece of history happened in Hopkins, Minnesota. Those that were alive might have thought it was an ordinary day, but it was a day that changed my life forever. Yes, this is Brett taking over Kelly's blog once again. And yes, that means that it is Kelly's Birthday. In 1977, a little girl named Kelly Lynn White was born to Jim and Kathy White. She was 7 lbs. 4 oz. and about 19 inches long. She was the first of four children born to them. Now, 32 years later, she is the wonderful mother of three children. I was lucky enough to first date her seven years ago, and have enjoyed the last six as her husband. She is such a wonderful wife and mother. She teaches me something new each and every day. I am so glad that I got to keep her for time and all eternity. I love you very much, Kelly! I hope you have a wonderful day!

Prices in 1977:

Bread-$0.32/loaf

Milk-$1.44/gallon

Eggs-$1.30/dozen

Car-$5,814

Gas-$0.64/gallon

Home-$54,200

Until next year, I bid the readers adieu.