To the Editor:
I know how hard it is to have a small business and make it grow. I know how hard unfunded mandates affect a budget. I have seen how the failure of the state to fully fund its special ed...
To the Editor:The Newtown Bee that with the additional seventh Board of Education member the maximum number of members from one political party was four. The Newtown Charter question did not say other...
To the Editor:
I am writing to raise awareness that allowing Sharon Wicks Dornfeld to become probate judge would be a disastrous step along the path toward corruption of government and the degradation...
To the Editor:
Last year I came off my parent's health insurance. My employer did not offer health insurance that was affordable. Eva Zimmerman came to my home and helped me figure out my health care....
To The Editor:The Bee, she claimed I put our school's construction "at risk." That's a lie. Our beautiful new school was conceived as a fast-track project like no other school in Connecticut history, ...
To the Editor:
We write to urge Newtown voters to vote to return State Senator Tony Hwang to his 28th District seat.
While a loyal Republican, committed to both limited government and fiscal responsib...
To the Editor:
I am writing in support of the candidacy of Attorney Dan O'Grady to be the next regional Judge of Probate.
Last year I had the occasion to work with Attorney O'Grady regarding the care ...
To The Editor:
We endorse Eva Zimmerman as Connecticut's 106th District state representative.
As advocates for gun violence prevention, we support Eva's position on sensible gun laws and gun safety. E...
To the Editor:
Mitch Bolinsky is everything you could ever hope for in a state representative. He reaches across the aisle in a bipartisan handshake to do what is best for Newtown and the citizens of ...
To the Editor:
On November 8 we will be voting for Daniel O'Grady for Judge of Probate. [Former Bethel Probate] Judge O'Grady has over 20 years of probate judge experience. Dan O'Grady has successfull...
This is a bizarre and misleading letter to our Newtown Bee. There has not been a Democratic Women's Caucus in Newtown. If there is one now, it was recently (and quietly) formed. I had expressed interest. I wasn't invited. And it was apparently formed without the official knowledge of the Democratic Town Committee. Who are its members? And why is it endorsing Brandon Moore, especially at this stage of the election process? Is this the endorsement of an established body of active women democrats or is it the preference of the two letter signers? Nothing against Brandon Moore, but Michelle Ku is also running for Connecticut State Assembly District 106. Michelle Ku, who is well-known in Newtown for her years of dedicated public service, Michelle Ku who has been a long-time advocate for women's issues, Michelle Ku who should have been invited to be a founding member of this so-called Democratic Women's Caucus. This Women's Caucus may only speak for the two people who signed this letter. It certainly doesn't speak for me, a democratic woman in Newtown.
Mrs. Schull was an amazing teacher. She taught my son and daughter. For my son Ross she created a friendship bench for students to sit on while waiting at the front entrance. I will always remember her for that kindness.
My darling,
You were the best GRANDmother a child could ask for. You created so many great memories & traditions that I have passed down to your Great grandchildren. You brought joy into every room you stepped into. Your laughter, singing, whistling and the signature Rockettes high kicks, is something I will always hold in my heart.
There was something about walking into your home and being greeted by your beautiful face. *kiss on each check* followed by HELLOOOOOO Darling! The classical music playing softly in the background and your love and comfort made your home, a safe space. Somewhere, where love knew no boundaries. It was so much more than a home.
I aim for the same in my home, and play the classic music 24/7, but it will never be the same. I pray I can be 1/4 of GRAND, you put in GRANDmother.
You were so resilient. You found the positive in every situation. I look up to you so much. I remember begging Mom and Dad for years to change my name to “Carmen”. They didn’t officially change my name, but eventually started calling me “Carmenita” as I am a little you. THE HONOR.
You were there for me, no matter the day or hour. You were always the one who would talk me through whatever hard situation I was going through. When my baby passed away, I refused to talk to anyone for 3 weeks. Except for you. You said to me “Better days are coming, babes. There’s always a rainbow after the storm”. Of course, you were right, because you are GRAND. I picture you in heaven dancing and laughing with him. Uncle Jay playing the money game with him. To know you are with your children again & with mine does bring me some joy.
Twas the night before Christmas & New Year’s Eve, will never be the same. Another tradition you created. A memory that will last forever. Not just with me, but for generations to come. It may not be the same, but we won’t let it die. It will live on, in your name.
To be your first GRANDchild was a blessing. I could write an entire book about you & all the amazing things about you. Even though we were robbed of time together & it makes me angry, I know I will see you again. This isn’t a goodbye, but a “see you later”.
Just like we ended every phone call.
Ciao, darling. I love you. MWAH MWAH!
Love your GRANDchild,
Kimberly aka Carmenita
