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Dear Reader: In June of 2015 a high school in the Oklahoma City School District (Emerson High School) was undergoing renovations for the new school year when an amazing discovery was made. As the construction crew began to take down … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: As a lover of stories and history…I have long recognized the power of the ‘story behind the story.‘ If one simply recites facts about an incident and never takes time to question the personal reasons behind courageous undertakings … Continue reading →

  Dear Reader: When my family moved to Laurens, SC… after I finished junior high at Horace Sisk Jr. High School in Fayetteville, NC… we attended our extended family’s church-The First Presbyterian Church. It is a beautiful old church (dating … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: For the first time since buying their mountain home… Honey and Mike are going to see how staying in the mountains goes during the winter months…a test run this year. Since I haven’t made it up to Honey’s … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas  (maybe not feel it) but look like it. Honey called yesterday to check and see if I was home and then brought the Williamsburg Apple Tree center piece for my … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: When Gin-g and I had lunch last week…she kept fumbling through through her purse…When I asked her what she was looking for…she replied “The ‘Boo’ ornament Debbie Baker gave me to give you.” The little ‘Boo’ sign had … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: Yesterday was the annual Summerville MS Christmas luncheon at the Crossroads Community Church. This event brings much joy to everyone and I look forward to telling a Christmas story there each December. Elizabeth Peterson is the President of … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: The days are just getting “funner and funner.” Yesterday brought creative ideas, delicious cookies from my neighbor, and whimsical decorations to enjoy. The picture, above, came from my adorable neighbor, Vickie, who is Nana to her granddaughter, Crystal, … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: It came! I have been waiting and staring at my “Joan Turner” Advent Calendar… which means checking the mail throughout December looking for my annual, original Christmas card from the talented artist, John’s mom, Joan! When I returned … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: Yesterday the blog decided to take me on a trip. I was reading an article which lead to another thought and article involving a poem which lead to a song and painting. When these days occur…I just keep … Continue reading →