Two tidbits from previous posts

Here are two tidbits I wanted to add to previous posts:
1. From our applesauce day:
The adults were busy at the stove, food mill and sink. Our backs were to the table where there was a big bowl of applesauce. And then we hear "I yike it" from Eliza [translation: I like it]. There was no need to turn around, we all knew exactly what she was doing--sampling the new applesauce.

2. From the parade day:
The parade had its fair share of political candidates. Eden had her head patted by Brandstad. He didn't stop to shake my hand . . . must have known I didn't vote for him in the primary.