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Comment on Comments on: The Power of Place and Purpose by Linda DiTullio-Lord

Linda DiTullio-Lord — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 20:33:40 +0000

Dear Maria,
I, too, have tears in my eyes from reading about all the wonderful memories that have gone on in that “special Butler Court neighborhood”. My Mother, used to refer to going to see Aunt Annie and Uncle Fiore as, “let’s go to Butler Court today.”

There were so many of our relatives on that street, we would see on our walk over there.
I remember going to your grandparents home, with my Mom, Helen and Aunt Vi to just sit in the shade of the porch, having lemonade, with Caroline and Aunt Annie and listening to them talking of “old” times. Ha, little did they know that they were making the “old” time memories for us.

It was a “special time” for all of us. I am very proud of you for writing this beautiful article.

Much Love,
Linda (DiTullio) Lord
Cape Cod, Ma

Comment on Comments on: The Power of Place and Purpose by Paul Farrey

Paul Farrey — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 23:12:13 +0000

Dear Maria,
What an interesting story. I had heard of the Butler Ct. legacy before, but I never knew you were so closely related. Father DiGuilio spoke of it often. I hope all is well with you and your family.
Paul

Comment on Comments on: The Power of Place and Purpose by Carol Lepisto

Carol Lepisto — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 15:41:04 +0000

Dear Maria,
I loved your article about Annie and Fiore. Annie was my mothers (Dot Casillo) Godmother. I remember going to their house when I was a little girl, always a enjoyable time. Somehow I remember Fiore’s hot peppers and I certainly remember the grownups with their wine! Thanks for the trip down memory lane.

Comment on Comments on: The Power of Place and Purpose by Michele Chaput-Schubert

Michele Chaput-Schubert — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 03:37:17 +0000

What a wonderful story, this is agreat way to set the mood and time of all of our experiences and memories there. I remember when i would go over to the house, and remember Fiore listening to opera. We also enjoyed visiting with Aunt Annie, Caroline, and lso having a little glas of wine. (As Marie had mentioned) It was fun just sitting around the table and having coffee and treats!
Thanks for sharing and bringing back all the good memories.

Comment on Comments on: The Power of Place and Purpose by Marie Anderson

Marie Anderson — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 18:03:25 +0000

Hi Maria,

Nick & I are totally blown away by your article! I know my parents and grandparents are looking down and are so warmed by your words. I remember going to Uncle Fiore’s with my father and eating vegetables from the garden, while they drank wine - of course. I would visit with Aunt Annie and Claudia was oftentimes there…such fun times. We also remember Butler Court and how it was transformed during our years at KSC. Not sure if you know this, but both Sarah & Joe received the Fiore Dintino Scholarship when they graduated from KHS. These are things our memories are made from. Thanks Maria for writing this beautiful article.
Marie Anderson

Comment on Comments on: The Power of Place and Purpose by bill coppola

bill coppola — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 22:53:33 +0000

Dear Maria Bella,

How beautiful you have woven your words into heartfelt imagery! I know because I remember that place so well. Your grandfather was always so glad to see us, and your grandmother–so wonderful and always so positive, I miss them both so much. It breaks my heart that my children could never know them, my grandparents, and so many others.

But as for you, little Maria, you speak as someone so much older, so much wiser. But I am not surprised. Just like the apple tree that still stands in Fiore’s yard, whose roots tell the history of that great time, so to your roots now show themselves in the way you write.

Thank you for writing this, and God bless all of you! My love to your parents…

Billy Coppola

Comment on Comments on: The Power of Place and Purpose by mike grieco

mike grieco — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 20:38:28 +0000

WOW MARIA ,like tim,i too shed some tears as i read this article..i’m proud to be a part of your family…this article is a perfect tribute to your nona and tata….i too remember 60 butler ct. and how very pleasant it was with all the familys on the same street…your family,i’m sure are proud of you also…do the mushrooms still grow in the one dormatory?..claudia always said that that was tata’s way of telling the college,thank you…mike

Comment on Comments on: “Living and Learning at Bapagrama” by Iris Marchaj

Iris Marchaj — Tue, 26 May 2009 23:17:25 +0000

What a wonderful story! With this kind of passion and truly big-hearted generosity, Dr Tschanneri must be considered a saint among her people in Bangalore. Keene State is very fortunate to have such a woman on the faculty.

Comment on Comments on: “Friendships to Last a Lifetime” by Kate Briand

Kate Briand — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 21:54:10 +0000

as one of these women, all i can say is amen and thanks to sandra for writing our story, and to all of you getting ready to leave college, don’t ever forget the friends you have made, they will last you a life time

Comment on Comments on “Alumni Spotlight” by Carol Clifford

Carol Clifford — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 17:59:03 +0000

This is a very interesting article on Andrew. As his grandparents in NH, we are very proud of his accomplishments. We miss him terribly, living 3,000 miles away, but know that he is doing something valuable with his life. His experience at Keene was a very good one and we are thankful for every opportunity Andrew has had, and for his willingness to go forward. We are also thankful that he has used his compassion for others to round out his maturity.

Thank you for publishing this.

Tom & Carol Clifford