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Family Pets

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I promised my father that I would continue to tell the stories of our family. One way I have tried to keep that promise is by preserving and sharing our family stories and legacy. I also simply enjoy looking back and remembering. In this blog, I reflect on some of the beloved pets who were part of our lives.

By exploring the animals our family has cared for, we are able to share happy and tender memories, funny anecdotes, and heartwarming moments. Each of these pets had a unique personality, and each became a meaningful part of our family’s story.

Whimpy was our first cat. This photo must have been taken at the back door of 1517 Harbrooke. Whimpy was free to roam outside.
Whimpy in an antique buggy at 1517 Harbrooke, Ann Arbor, MI
A beautiful photo of Mary Ann with Whimpy on the sofa at 2629 Danbury Lane.
Mutti was our second family cat. Her name was fitting because she was a mother to a quite a few kittens. Her kittens were either all black or all white.
Mutti with some of her kittens.

The Groshans got a black kitty and named her Valkyrie. This photo looks was taken at our apartment on Bemidji in Ann Arbor.

Check out the fun kitty toy and our old TV set! I’m not even sure what type of beverage Jack in enjoying?!

Amy pets Valkyrie – photo approx. Nov 1981

Amy, Valkyrie and a bottle on the sofa. The stuffed animal dog was a gift from Grandma and Grandpa. Later, this stuffed animal would no longer stand up after he was used as a sort of riding toy. LOL

Ruh-Roh! Valkyrie is on the desk. Photo taken at 609 S. 1st Street.