Party Animals and Conventions
Written by Mary Stephenson 2-20-2017
Got up Sunday morning only to discover, some had been having far too much fun the night before! There had been a party going on under my kitchen sink. By the looks of the mess, and things knocked over, it was either mice (one could not have caused that much havoc), a rat or most likely the culprit…a ground squirrel. At least they didn’t figure out how to kick open the door and have free run of the house.
We have formed a committee for fundraising. Our first meeting was after the general meeting on Thursday. We made progress and all shared a lot of great ideas that we are following up with.
January Party
Written by Mary Stephenson (1-29-2017)
Everyone that showed up for the Crab Party on the 28th, I hope had a great time. We sure did.
Hats off to Charlie Duncan and Ron Mino putting on a great event. The weather definitely was kind to us, could not have asked for a better day in January.
If you happened to arrived early you might have gotten one of those teachable moments! Yes, some of us learned something we can take with us for future events we might attend. Continue reading
Fascinating Life
Written by Mary Stephenson (1-10-2017)
The ad to your right is from a little local newspaper where I grew up. “Driftwood” and November 16, 1961 was the date.(removed for data space)
A number of years ago I was looking for an interesting incident that I was surprised never was reported in the Driftwood. But then I found this ad, which made me chuckle.
The reason this even came to mind was how we have progressed from those days. A toaster! Could you see kids today being the tiniest bit fascinated by bread popping up. Uh, well maybe if you were a year old.
Christmas Parties And Memories
Written by Mary Stephenson
Ah, the time of year folks get together. Celebrations with those we know. Grateful for the blessings of having people around us.
Remembering those bygone years. When we were young and filled with such energy and excitement, waiting for St. Nick.
There were plays at school with all kids having to participate for each classes’ performance. I really didn’t like performing and was always grateful they didn’t give me any big parts. Then there were the Sunday School programs. Being involved with them and when I got old enough I did get to play “Mary”. Continue reading
Do You Know What Day It Is?
Written by Mary Stephenson
Today is December 15th, 2016 and you probably didn’t know what day it is. Looking up on the trusty National Calendar Days I found out.
Drum roll please…. Cat Herders Day.
If you have ever tried to herd cats you will soon find out it is pretty much impossible. The close proximity I came to that was having a number of cats that were motivated by food. I was able to play the Pied Piper and for the most part they followed. There was a few times that no matter what I tried there was one hold out that would just not follow. Probably wasn’t hungry at the time. Continue reading
