Dear Doc...

I'm Thankful For You
You brighten up my life
With memories so fond
When I reach out
You always respond

You're someone I can count on
When I need a helping hand
You're compassionate and loving
You always understand

Oh yes you have your
Off days too
However those days
Are but numbered few

I'm so thankful to have
A grandfather like you
There is no other
Who could fill your shoes
- Anonymous

Family is just the best!

Here are some more family photos from our trip to Castle Lake. What a beautiful day, and what and incredible family we have ! Love you all.

After Christmas, Doc and the Auburn Wright's drove to Mount Shasta to meet up with Joe and Laurie and the Mellon home with Paula, Al, Sean and Nick! What a gorgeous home! Everyone has to stop by and see the work that has been done, and Paula's amazing bird room. What incredible hosts the Mellon's are. We all went slipping and sliding, some of us (Laurie) actually skating on Castle Lake. It was frozen solid, however, cracking and moaning under our feet!! What an incredible experience. Beautiful and unbelievable! Certainly a day to remember. Thank you Mellon Family!

Merry Christmas from Doc!!

Christmas Eve service at Bayside church. Doc, Christian, Lauren and Grandma Inger!




Merry Christmas and Happy 2012 to all of Doc's family and friends. Doc enjoyed his Christmas at the Oaks with a wonderful visit from Joe and Laurie! Yummy food and fun. Friday the 23rd, the Wright's and Lauren, Roman and Grandma Inger had a wonderful seafood lunch and were off to church! Christmas Eve we rested and prepared for a beautiful Christmas Day with Susie and Joel.

Doc at the Capital Tree Lighting

Doc spent the day in Downtown Sacramento. First lunch at Jack's Urban Eatery, then a tour of the Capital just before the tree lighting, off to see the Polar Express drive by in Old Town Sac, a look at the Sacramento River, a tour of the Delta King and a treat at Candy Heaven! What a day!! Doc made friends everywhere he went including Santa Claus!

The Auburn Christmas Light Parade!

Doc is still talking about the light parade! He really enjoyed it. All of the floats were lit up! Cold outside, but a fun snugly Christmas night all in all!

Claire's Flying!

Claire started off the flight today. This is her flying the plane while Doc helped coach her. He took over the controls for the second half of the flight!

Up, Up and Away!

Claire and Doc both went up in a Cessna 172 today. It was Claire's first lesson, and Doc's review. Both flew for equal time, and really enjoyed it. We had lunch at Wings first, and then went and did the plane inspection. Claire took off, flew and then landed. Doc took off, flew and landed. Both did really well!!

Doc Reading The Article

Christian has a three page article in Decline, a mountain bike mag., for the months of Jan/Feb 2012. Clark brought Doc the article hot off of the press!

Doc at the Gym!

Doc has really stepped up his exercise game. He hits the gym in the morning, and then takes a nice walk in the afternoon! Today Clark, Doc and Sophie took a nice 2 mile stroll in Auburn.

A Little Christmas Shopping

Doc and Clark reading through the Christmas cards at the Dollar Tree!

Our Nine Dollar Tree!

On the way home from Santa Cruz we picked up our tree! Nine dollars at wise buys, and it is beautiful! Such a deal! After that a little grocery shopping....long day but so much fun!

Lunch At Gayles

On the way home we stopped by Gayle's in Capitola so Doc could pick out a yummy treat!

Doc Attending Claire's Autism Fashion Show

Doc attended Claire's Autism Fashion Show where she modeled a line of clothing from the Heart Boutique. It was quite an event! There were some special Star Wars Models in attendance as well. Amazing costumes were put together by one of the talented designers!

Black Friday at the Vacaville Outlets

Doc and Claire at the Van's store doing just a little Black Friday shopping!

Getting Ready to Head Home

After a beautiful visit with Joe and Loraine, we loaded Doc up for the ride home! Too bad the SF 49ers didn't win, but Doc sure has a lot to be thankful for! Thanks for a wonderful Thanksgiving Joe and Loraine!

Daper Doc

Doc all dressed up for Church and The Oaks Thanksgiving Feast took a stroll around the lake. He has many fine feathered friends there that Sophie is also very fond of!

On Our Walk!

Disk/Frisbee Golf Today!

Today we went for a walk and played frisbee golf with Doc. So much fun! He stopped and told all of the other frisbee golf players, mostly guys in their 20's, that his son-in-law Allan, drove to Oregon to watch the USC vs. Oregon game. He told all the guys not to miss the game. He also mentioned that Al and his friends drove up in the four wheel drive truck, and that is was a good thing because it was probably going to snow! He hurried on the last half of our walk to get home by five so he could watch the game and get his nightly fruit plate! Doc is quite the frisbee player! And he has really upped his social game as well!

The Japanese Tea Garden

We walked around the tea garden looking at the beautiful landscaping. It was getting cold, so we went to the tea house to enjoy some Japanese snacks and hot Jasmine Tea. It was a beautiful day in San Francisco as you can see. When we returned home, we went to Sushi with Doc. He enjoyed some Chicken Yakitori, and marvelled while the kids ate what he called "Fushi". Doc did try some California Roll and actually liked it. To our suprise, Doc is quite talented with chop sticks!

The Golden Gate Bridge

Doc and Clark in San Francisco

On our way home from Santa Cruz, we stopped by San Francisco. We crossed the Golden Gate Bridge on our way back to Auburn, which Doc had not done in a long time. It was great to see the view of the city from the bridge. I love this photo of Clark and Doc. We were out in front of the new Museum of Natural History in Golden Gate Park.

Sophie

Sophie on the way to visit Doc. He walks her everyday without fail. Yesterday, it was freezing with a light sprinkle, an he still walked her on the path!

Entrance sign at the Oaks!

Burt, Doc's new neighbor, Claire and Doc

Burt getting a closer look at the pizza box with Doc and Claire after lunch!

The Pizza Box Announcement

Yesterday we joined Doc for lunch. He brought with him the Tony's Pizza box that has a picture of Claire on the back. He stood up during lunch to announce that his grandaughter, who had been Jr. Miss Folsom, Jr. Miss California Intl. was also on the back of the pizza box from a campaign she filmed a few years back. Claire and Doc went to each table showing the other residents the box and giving them a chance to meet Claire. Doc's speech was impressive. With a loud voice, and huge sense of humor, and a list of credits, Doc entertained his new group of friends. For the new kid on the block, he certainly knows how to introduce himself! It was so sweet to see how proud he was of Claire!

Welcome to the Oaks of Auburn!

On October 30, 2011, Doc moved to the Oaks of Auburn in Auburn California. His address is 3250 Blue Oaks Drive Room 133 Auburn, CA 95603. He can be reached by phone at 530-889-8343. He lives on the first floor, with access to the the beautiful tree lined walking path that surrounds the property. There is a view of the foothills that is awesome this time of year with the fall color. He is enjoying the activities offered everyday including movie night, bunko, bingo, bean bag baseball and much more! He has already made many friends and seems to be enjoying the life!

Please send photos for the blog!

Hi Everyone! You can forward photos and stories to my email at thewrightproperty@yahoo.com. Doc would love to include stories and memories on his blog! Thanks!

Norm Salisbury

Norman "Doc" Salisbury (1917 - 2011)

A long time friend and fellow classmate of Doc's recently passed away. We would like to pay tribute to Norm Salisbury who really was one of Doc's best friends. Doc will miss you dearly Norm!

Norman "Doc" Salisbury 1917 - 2011 Dr. Norman Frederick Salisbury (or "Doc" as he was fondly called by family and friends) was born in Hanley, Saskatchewan, Canada, on July 10, 1917, to Pearl Wagner and William Salisbury. His early years were spent in Canada and in 1945 he enlisted and served in the US Navy, stationed in Okinawa and the Philippines. He studied Dentistry and Orthodontics at the University of Southern California, and after practicing for in Tehachapi for a few years, relocated to Bakersfield. Norman was very active in clubs and organizations throughout his life; the Elks Club, American Dental Assoc., USC Dental Alumni Assoc., California Dental Society and was one of the original founding members of the Flying Dentist Association. An avid pilot his entire life, he was also a member of the EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association) and the QB (Quiet Birdmen). He is survived by his two children, Fred Salisbury, El Segundo, CA and Kelly Salisbury, Orlando, FL. A Memorial Service will be held at Hillcrest Memorial Park on Friday, February 11, 2011 at 11:00a.m. www.bakersfield.com/obits