Some of the adventures were accidents and others were self-inflicted, but either way they made for good humor, insight, and a great amount of faith.
Why “Call Me Lou”?
My Grandpa Purvis was named Louis and went by “Lou”. My first name is Louis, after him. I hated the name Louis while growing up. It wasn’t until my sister Kathy told me a story about Grandpa Purvis that I realized it was a name to be proud of. Read one of my early posts which I called “A Name To Be Proud Of” to see why you can “Call Me Lou.”
A Few Of My Latest Blogs
- Nice Little Racoon.
I like racoons a lot, but learned the hard way that they aren’t all cuddly and nice all the time. - Social Media can do positive things if you are responsible.How do you use social media? I use social media to keep track of friends, especially ones I haven’t seen in many years. For instance I can keep up with the lives of highContinue reading “Social Media can do positive things if you are responsible.”
- Mom’s Deafening Silence.
Mom knew what had happened, but she wasn’t about to let me know. - My House of Cards.
Mom was very old school as a Methodist minister’s wife. - What Deer?
It is a matter of trying not to throw-up as you heave the animal into the back of your pickup.
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Published by John Purvis
I was born and raised in Kansas. I am number 6 in a family of 7 children. My father was a minister in the United Methodist Church for 50 years. We moved every few years to a new church. Each new location became a new chapter in the journey. I have had the privilege of knowing so many different people from varying backgrounds. I have also had many friends and close relatives who’ve been able to share this journey. As an adult I have worked in law enforcement, taught criminal justice in a university, practiced as an attorney, and now am a municipal judge. I wanted to share some of the stories and adventures I have had.
(Photo: John and niece, Sandy, circa 1979)
John, Nephew Michael, and sister Von at White City 
John and Niece Sandy at Riley. Nephew Tim and sister Kathy in back. 
Von, Michael, John and Sandy in Manhattan 
John wearing a “Kiss the Cook” hat while getting a jump start. It has to be a relative helping me because a stranger surely wouldn’t stop for a nut in an old green car wearing a poofy hat.
Call Me Lou. 
Hi John,
I read thru a few of your past post to catch up and learn about you. So many things you talk about, i can relate to as well.
As a former work mate would have said, ” we were kids together in different towns”. We all must have gone thru the same kid 101 class.
I really enjoy your stories. Keep them coming my Friend.
Hokey
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Thanks, Hokey! I think you’re right. We all seemed to want to explore and go on adventures. I’m glad you enjoyed the stories. It is fun reliving them as I tell them. John
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I really enjoyed your post “A Name to be Proud Of” — I had a similar conversation at the mortuary when my father died. I was approached by one of his clients (he was a lawyer), and she told me how he had helped her to get on her feet again after a terrible occurrence. I had never heard this from my father. But I have never forgotten it. Truly a gift to learn.
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It really is wonderful to learn these wonderful stories that make you feel good. Thank you for reading the post and your kind words.
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Love the photos!
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Thank you!
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Loved your post Kidnapped! It was closed for comments!
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I’m so glad you enjoyed it! John
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As the daughter of a Lewis (“Lew), I like the name, too. (I grew up in St. Louis, too.)
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You’ve got all sorts of Lew and Lou connections. Thanks for sharing this!
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