By Frank Barone | Created on 2025-04-25 07:17:07
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Alright, listen up, folks! I'm Frank Barone, Ray's old man, and I'm here to give you the lowdown on the extended family that nobody wants to talk about. Now, I know what you're thinking - "Frank, why are we talking about this? We all know about Marie and Raymond's crazy family." But let me tell you, there's more to it than just a bunch of lovable lunatics. There's some real gems in here, if you know where to look.
So, who are these hidden gems? Well, first off, we got Grandma Rose, Ray's mom. She's the one who taught him how to be a decent human being, despite his best efforts to screw it up. Then there's my wife, Marie's sister, Gina. She's the voice of reason in this family, if you can believe it. And let's not forget about Cousin Dom, Ray's uncle. He's the one who taught him how to make a mean sauce for the pasta.
Now, I know what you're thinking - "Frank, why are you mentioning all these relatives?" Well, it's because they're all part of this crazy family that we love despite ourselves. And trust me, there's plenty more where those came from.
Great Aunt Mildred and Uncle Vinnie are another story altogether. They're the ones who started this whole thing in the first place. Ray's great-grandfather was a real character, let me tell you. He had a temper as short as my fuse, but he could also cook up some of the best Italian food you've ever tasted.
But what really sets them apart is their love for loud arguments and even louder singing. You'll never see a family reunion without Great Aunt Mildred warbling away like a canary on the wrong end of a rope. And Uncle Vinnie? Forget about it. He's always ready to jump into the fray, even if he's 80 years old.
Now that we've got the relatives covered, let's talk about the family traditions that make this crazy crew so lovable. For starters, there's the annual Christmas Eve dinner at Grandma Rose's house. It's a real spectacle, let me tell you. The whole family gathers around the table, and then everyone proceeds to eat themselves into oblivion on the most festive of nights.
And then there's the summer gatherings at Uncle Vinnie's house. Those are always a wild ride. The kids run off, the adults drink too much wine, and somehow, we all manage to have a good time. Well, except for maybe Marie. She's always complaining about something.
So, what can we take away from this extended family that nobody wants to talk about? Well, first off, it's love. Despite our differences and constant bickering, we all care for each other deep down. And secondly, it's tradition. We may not always agree on everything, but when it comes to the important stuff - food, music, and family - we're always united.
And finally, it's a reminder that even the grumpiest among us (ahem) can't help but be touched by our loved ones, no matter how much we'd like to deny it. So, if you ever find yourself part of this crazy crew, just remember: we may drive each other nuts, but at the end of the day, we're family.
And that's all for now, folks! I hope you enjoyed this little peek into the extended Barone family. Now, if you'll excuse me, I've got some food to cook and a household to manage. And by "manage," I mean tolerate Marie's constant nagging.
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