Today I received sad news that a dear member of the hobo family “Caught the Westbound.” Musician Fred Starner, also known as “Banjo Fred,” brought many a happy tune to hobo gatherings. Banjo Fred, like others with a quest to … Continue reading
Carmine Coco De Young
I have finally resurfaced after relinquishing my hobo queen crown, and months of wonderful, beautiful family events. Added to that was the fun of our five-week houseguest and hobo brother, FROG. Life is never dull in the De Young home! … Continue reading
In less than two weeks, I relinquish my title as 2008-09 National Hobo Queen. This has been quite a busy year and one that I have thoroughly enjoyed. My deepest gratitude goes to both the town of Britt, Iowa and … Continue reading
Once again, I am looking forward visiting Bucyrus, Ohio over Memorial Day Weekend. Of important news, the Lincoln Funeral Train bell will be at Bucyrus Hobo Day on Saturday, May 23rd. Many locomotives pulled this famous train through 168 stops … Continue reading
This posting is a bit belated, but I would like to thank Ms. Charlotte and the town of Amory for their fine hospitality. As the National Hobo Queen I had a grand time in Amory. However, I departed early due … Continue reading
This morning I’ve been thinking about my two sisters in Pennsylvania and my son-in-law here in Connecticut. All are wonderful educators. As one who is no longer a full-time teacher but still spends a great deal of time visiting classrooms … Continue reading
Yesterday my fellow Blue Star Mothers and I marched in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Danbury, Connecticut. On a float directly in front of us was St. Patrick himself standing next to the Blarney Stone. According to legend, kissing … Continue reading
Dear Friends, As a Blue Star Mother and mother of a female soldier, I have enlisted the help of approximately 100 people in Connecticut to write a letter in support of a Veteran’s Home for Female Soldiers here in Connecticut. … Continue reading
Here I sit in Connecticut surrounded by 12 inches of snow. The cold blustery air made me hungry for stew, which is now cooking in a pot on the stove. The hearty smell got me to thinking about the National … Continue reading
Today the postal carrier brought our mail to the door. I could tell she had something on her mind. On top of the mail in her hand was a letter addressed to me as Hobo Queen Connecticut Tootsie. When I … Continue reading