By Ivalien Reynolds
We had snow and plenty of rain. Then we had to go on Daylight Savings Time. There were a lot of things to adjust to all at once.
It was like church when Mike and Sue Hall came to Mrs. Foley’s home to sing and bring some of that famous potato soup. Then Duane came and people kept coming, and finally filled the living room. It was a good night.
I was so sorry to hear of the death of Mr. Estridge Hall (son of Luther and Edith Belcher Hall). My love and heartfelt sympathy go out to the family.
The Spiritual Warfare class is always good, but it was special when Jeff gave his testimony and what a great testimony he has. It makes my day to see Jeff and his wife at church.
The yard sale for Alzheimer’s was very good with lots of nice things. I got a few goodies and also enjoyed the people I met and talked with while there.
I really appreciate our sheriff’s department here in Patrick County. They are the best. That’s what I tell them when I see someone from there, so when you see someone from there, tell them how much you appreciate them.
My neighbor, Vera Plasters Cage (103), was just finishing lunch when I went to visit her. She ate well. It’s always a joy to see her.
Then I enjoyed a visit with Geneva Foley. She is on my favorite person list also.
I guess I’m set for some more good reading, thanks to Edie Lemons. Mostly, I read at night. There’s too much to do during the day. I hear folks say they are bored, but it seems to me there is always something to do.
It’s always good to get a call from Mary Ann in Washington, D.C. She had lots of news. There was news about a bald eagle. It seems the bald eagles like Washington, D.C.
Food for thought
We may be many things in this world, but by Heaven’s reckoning, we are still the little children of our gracious Heavenly Father.
Meatloaf with vegetable soup
(From the Ladies’ Auxiliary of the C.C.D.F. Volunteer Fire Department)
Mix:
2 lbs. ground beef
1 can of vegetable soup
1 beaten egg
1/2 cup bread crumbs or oatmeal
1 chopped onion
1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp. prepared mustard
1 tsp. salt
Shape into a loaf. Bake one hour at 350 degrees.
Hint: your frostings will look more professional if you first frost with a thin layer and let it set, and then apply the second coat of frosting.
Pictured (left to right): Asher and Adalynn Hughes, children of Jason and Valerie Hughes. They are so precious.
