Well, February 15 and I have turned 71. I can not tell you how fast my life has gone. It has for the most part been a wonderful trip with my sweet wife, Mary. Looking back we both realize that the difficult moments helped make us what we are today. We stand ready to say "AMEN" to Ro 8:28 "And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose." I Praise Him for His many blessings.
How Much things cost in 1939
Average Cost of new house $3,800.00
Average wages per year $1,730.00
Cost of a gallon of Gas 10 cents
Average Cost for house rent $28.00 per month
A loaf of Bread 8 cents
A LB of Hamburger Meat 14 cents
Average Price for new car $700.00
Toaster $16.00
Due to increased number of users Electricity prices have been cut by 1/2 in ten years.
In about 1946, my mother worked a 40 hour week and her take home pay was, $18.00.
In the early 50's my dad was excited when he got a raise to $1.00 an hour.
I CELEBRATE YOUR LIFE!!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY MY BROTHER & HERO OF THE FAITH to me and many others.
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ReplyDeleteI hope you had a happy birthday, and got my card. I am working in Vegas this week. I was just thinking about you tonight. The casino is full of fat old people who can barely wobble around, spending their retirement years sitting in front of slot machines and standing in buffet lines. I thought, "Not my Dad. He heads to Haiti with a suitcase, a prayer, and nothing but his thumb and God to get him back home!" When I grow up, I want to be like you. :-)
Love,
Mark
You are an inspiration. Hope your 71st year is full of hummingbirds.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday!
Kim McLean