Landmark loss bring lump to Carolyn

Carolyn Hoffland writes from Albuquerque:
Stan,
My heart is heavy seeing the Elm Street water tower removed. I didn't know that was going to happen.
My parents owned our home at 409 Elm Street, right under the water tower, for 40 years. The water tower was indeed a very distinct landmark.
My dad worked at the Red Owl Store on Broadway and walked one block to work.
The photo brings back memories of all the high school football games played at that field right under the water tower. Dad used to have to block our drive way, so no one would park in it. The same was true when there were baseball games.
It is sad for me to see the old water tower removed. Now my parents' house is owned by the Beetles baseball team. I guess life marches on, but not without a tear or two shed.
By the way, if any of you tried to climb the water tower, it was probably my Mom or Dad who reported you. It happened frequently that someone would attempt to climb it!
Fondly,
Carolyn (Wright) Hoffland