There always are a lot of good things happening in Patrick County.

On Saturday, Harvest Worship Center had a free car wash and free hotdogs. I
enjoyed going by. They sure did a good job with the car wash. Everyone was
so friendly. Got me a chair and fixed me a free hot dog and drink as I was
leaving. I had a nice conversation with a gentleman who recognized me from
the Mountain Top Party Line. Also, I met a lady who has had a kidney
transplant. She was very busy and was doing well – a blessing.
I really enjoyed The Henry County Enterprise. It was so informative. I was
touched by the story of James Helms and his baking as he waits for a kidney
transplant. He is a brave man. Please put him on your prayer list.
September is rolling along fast. Miss Claudine Wood is sad that the
hummingbirds will soon be leaving. Mine are eating a lot these days –
getting a lot of sugar energy for their trip.
Women’s ministry day was wonderful at church on Sunday. Brenda Share had a
really good message. The food was so good and I got a nice surprise when
Edie made me a cute doll to put plastic bags in. Then she told me she was
sending me more Amish books – and guess what? I got a big tote full. Edie
sure does brighten a lot of people’s lives, with surprises. Bless you.
When I went into Elizabeth’s Pizza for my weekly visit I was so happy to
Steve and Connie Greer. Connie seems to be doing well with her knee surgery.
I was saddened that Teresa Martin’s horse passed away. She had this horse
for 34 years. It was part of the family for a long time.
It was nice to see Stanley Fain the other Sunday. He has a load of those
nice mums he always gets.
Prayers for all the people affected by the storms.
The men’s ministry cooked a good supper – hamburgers and baked beans. I
needed a hamburger – that’s my comfort food when someone upsets me.
Food for thought – One word or a pleasing smile is often enough to raise up
saddened and wounded souls out there. Ephesians 4:32 says, “Be kind to one
another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another as God in Christ as forgiven
us.
Creamy Fruit Salad
1 ½ cups red delicious apples, diced
1 cup banana sliced
1 cup orange slices
½ cup green grapes (seedless)
1 8 oz. container low-fat flavored yogurt
Combine apples, banana slices, orange slices and grapes in medium size bowl.
Toss well with reserved orange juice and yogurt. Sprinkle with cinnamon if
desired.
Low Calorie Tartar Sauce
1 cup light mayo
1 TBSP minced dill pickle
1 tsp grated onion
1 tsp minced parsley
1 tsp chopped pimiento
Combine all ingredients. Serve chilled. Refrigerate unused portions.