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where the lambs were. Howard was aroused, but resentfully said, "They went that way the last I saw them " They were out of sight. Another time, Howard was instructed to herd the family milk cows out on the streets near their home to graze until they were full. He brought them back in the corral a short time later and his father asked, "Why did you bring them in so soon?" Howard replied, "It doesn't take me all day to herd cows." Esther: The family dinner was nearly finished. It often happens that small children want to leave the table before the others have finished. It was so with Esther. She asked to be excused and left the table. After a time, she saw that dessert had been served Back she came to the table saying, "Please don't excuse me " The Rasmussen's three sons all became doctors, and Mary and Esther were school teachers like their parents They all followed the pursuit of excellence throughout their lives as had been taught to them by goodly parents. Esther is the only one living, and at the age of 86, is still very active in the church and community She lives in Mt Pleasant in the family home where she was born The home was built in 1875 by her grandfather, Morten Rasmussen. It is a beautifully restored home, and is listed in the Utah State Historical Register. Not only has Esther kept the home in the family, but her genealogy books record the family history in detail from past generations to the present. Personal Recollection Daniel Rasmussen History Esther Christensen's Memories Lousie Johansen's relations with the family 27 |
