Funny how in the blink of an eye your whole schedule changes! Thankfully so far it’s just a detour and nothing drastic. But let’s start with the day!

We had a good message this morning from a guest speaker about loving the church. Some very good points brought up, like investing yourself in the work and support of the body of Christ, prayer and worship. Especially appropriate!

In Sunday School we reviewed the story of Esther, and had a celebration of Purim (PooREEM) – the honor given to Esther for her bravery in saving her people, the Jews. (Still celebrated today.) We played games, had donuts (JJ could probably eat an entire dozen, but we held him at 2 1/2!), Hawaiian Punch, and balloons! The boys took three home each and were very excited. We even had noisemakers, and they were VERY NOISY!

After church I stopped at Walmart to get a few things – and saw these boots sitting in the middle of the parking lot. I thought maybe it was the rapture and I missed it! But of course not. Really cannot imagine why they were sitting there looking perfect!

When I got home I got a confirmation that I was exposed to someone with COVID – so thus the quarantine begins. I tried to get a test but was told that not enough time had elapsed from exposure until today. I have no symptoms. So I’ll wait until later in the week, but in the meantime I’ll be home for a few days! I really do feel fine, although I do keep imagining symptoms that are not there. Not a one.

Nate sealed my driveway, and I cleaned up the leaves in the back yard. I took the deck furniture down to the shed and rearranged things so it would all fit. I had a piece of toast, then made a huge pot of potato soup. Now I will finish this post, write out a few thank you notes, and watch Hallmark movies! Don’t expect too much with exciting or interesting posts over the next week – won’t be much going on except cleaning!

Memory book – November 7th: What did you wear? “I wore a traditional long satin wedding gown. I had made it myself with my mother’s help. Also made my veil.” (See yesterday’s post for photos!)

On this day in 1775 Lord Dunmore promised freedom to male slaves who joined the British army; in 1805 Lewis & Clark sighted the Pacific Ocean. In 1976 GONE WITH THE WIND made broadcast TV debut on NBC – 65% of viewers watched. In 1876 Rutherford B Hayes won US Presidential election by 1 electoral vote. Butch Cassidy (42) AND the Sundance Kid (41) were ambushed and killed in 1908. Eleanor Roosevelt (first Lady) died at age 78 in 1962, and Steve McQueen (actor referred to as the King of Cool) died at age 50 in 1980. Ava Gardner married Frank Sinatra in 1951, and Elizabeth Taylor’s 7th divorce (from John Warner) in 1982. Billy Graham was born in 1918; Marie Curie (physicist) in 1867, and Joni Mitchell (singer) in 1943. A long time friend from the Hempfield youth group, Esther Black, had a birthday today, and my friend April’s son Chris is also celebrating today. Happy birthday to you both!

TOMORROW November 8 is:

• National Cappuccino Day
• National Harvey Wallbanger Day
• National Parents as Teachers Day 
• National STEM/STEAM Day

Tomorrow is STAY AT HOME DAY for me! I’ll make the best of it and maybe even do some long over due writing! Have a great week. God bless…

I was glad for a slow, lazy start to my day, and just did small inside chores until about noon. Then I drove down to Hepler’s Hardware to get paper leaf bags. That was my afternoon project, and I was outside until after 6pm. Got the front yard cleaned up, but still have the back yard to do. Probably tomorrow if I can.

Before I got started on the leaf pickup, my friend Barb stopped to drop off proofs of FIELDS OF BLUE, a book that she and I collaborated on about 15 years ago. We are going with a new printer, trying to get the books more accessible to the general public. Right now they can only be purchased from me or from the Flax Committee in Stahlstown. This will make it possible to order it online. Hoping it works out!

Barb also sent me an ebook that she wrote several years ago; takes place at the main character’s grandmother’s antique store. I am excited to read it. The name is Rolltop Reliquary. Very appealing and I can’t wait to get started.

Rolltop Reliquary by Barbara Jean Miller The First Laurel Creek Antiques Mystery

I am listening to Switched for Christmas with Candace Cameron Bure – it’s near the top of my list of favorite Hallmark Christmas movies. Twins switch places during Christmas – sort of like Parent Trap, but these twins are adults. Fun movie! But that’s about it for the excitement for today. I’ll try to be a little more exciting tomorrow! But I DID balance my checkbook to the penny this morning, so that’s good news!!!

Memory Book – November 6: When & where were you married? “We had a lawn wedding in my father & mothers place. It was September 11, 1948. It thundered all afternoon but cleared up & was a beautiful evening for a wedding!”

On this day in 1860 Abraham Lincoln was elected the 16th President, the only 3rd party US President, and in 1861 Jefferson Davis was elected to a 6 year term as US Confederate president. In 1928 Jacob Schick patented the first electric razor. Sally Field (Flying Nun, Gidget, and in Kiss me Goodbye) was born in 1946, and John Philip Sousa was born in 1932.

November 7

• National Retinol Day *
• National Bittersweet Chocolate with Almonds Day
• National Canine Lymphoma Awareness Day
• Daylight Saving Time Ends

Tonight we gain an hour’s sleep! Can’t we all use THAT? I am going to try and use that hour wisely! Have a great weekend. God Bless…

It was a very cold but sunny morning. Everything covered in frost. My hydrangea bush totally froze out and died overnight. I will cut it back tomorrow. Treadmill, shower, breakfast, then a few errands. I was pleased because I left the whole day to accomplish three things – and I did it – except that I forgot something from yesterday and remembered at the last minute. Threw me into a panic, but God blessed me and I got everything handled easily and on time. The funny thing that I found in the one store was an advent calendar for dogs. How does that even work?

I started out by stopping at the Dollar Tree to get balloons for the Sunday School class. Our lesson is how the Jews celebrated Esther’s bravery and threw a huge celebration in her honor – called the Purim. We are celebrating Purim on Sunday in our class. Mary is bringing treats and I’m bringing balloons.

Then I stopped at Walmart for several totes. Claudia and I are planning to organize the kitchen at Hanna’s Town on Tuesday so I bought 3 different sizes. It’s a start, and I can exchange or add to that if I need to.

I also rearranged a few things in the garage and plugged in the freezer. When I was sure it was getting cold, I filled it with MY items from the other freezer. Plenty of room now for both Nate and I to keep whatever frozen items we need. Especially ice cream and frozen pizza, for me!

We had made plans for this afternoon and evening, but something unexpected came up to thwart our plans. We were in Amish country when we realized that we could not spend the evening as we had thought. It was disappointing, but we were glad to have the time together (Mae, Kathy, and I), and see lots of Amish buggies and beautiful scenery. It was NOT a wasted trip! We are all thankful for the blessings we have each day, great and small.

Memory book – November 5: Tell about how my dad proposed marriage to you. “We were in the living room & he got down on his knee & asked me if I would marry him. I said yes. Russ ask Mary Jane to marry him the same night. They had planned it that way.” That was very thoughtful and romantic! Young love!

On this day in 1492 Christopher Columbus learned how to grow & harvest maize (corn) from the Cubans; in 1988 the Beach Boys’ KOKOMO reached #1. In 1927 the first seeing eye dog came to the US. Vivien Leigh, actress (Scarlett in GONE WITH THE WIND), was born in 1913; Roy Rogers in 1911; Art Garfunkel in 1941. George M Cohan, father of musical comedy, died at age 64 in 1942, and Fred MacMurray, actor, died in 1991 at age 83. And in 1977 George W Bush (43rd president) married Laura Welch.

TOMORROW November 6 is:

• National Nachos Day
• Saxophone Day
• National Bison Day
• National Play Outside Day 

I plan to play in the leaves tomorrow, so I’ll be outside. I also plan to stay home. Enjoy your Saturday. God bless!

Early morning treadmill, and frost on the leafy yard. First frost of the 2021-2022 season! Temps are to dip down into the mid-20’s tonight. Glad I don’t have to work tomorrow! Although, I was hoping to rake leaves. Not sure it will be warm enough. We’ll see in the morning.

I noticed as I was getting breakfast that my neighbor has a new addition in his back yard. There is a hula-dancing Santa waving and swaying. I’ll have to check out what he looks like from the front one of these days. He was dancing again tonight but it was too cold to walk down and see! Ho Ho Ho

Both stores had deals for me, and also Mike G had a title to do. I met Kelly’s friend in Irwin to pick up pepperoni rolls, and I can’t guarantee that all of them will make it to West Alexander… I finally got groceries, put them away; then I changed into my 18th century clothes and was at Hanna’s Town by 3:06pm. I was a greeter, a docent, a gopher, and an informant all evening – from 4pm until about 7pm. Then the last half hour about 5 of us sat in the LeFevre house around the fireplace to keep warm, and just chatted: antiques, ghost stories, raking leaves. Tom heated water in a metal cup over the open fire coals for tea. Perfect evening.

Lisa was presiding over the LeFevre house, and Dave was pouring the samples of beer from All Saints Brewery, with pretzels and nuts as snacks. Eloise was stationed in the tavern, and there was wassail there with cheese and fruit snacks – plus a beautiful fire. Both places had candles and lanterns. From there, guests walked up to the new education center, where the Penn’s Woods exhibit was open – displays of tools, artifacts, paintings and reproductions of time-appropriate craftmanship. The gift shop was open and stocked with holiday gifts and goodies – plus tea and cookies. Everyone had a great time, and stayed quite a while. There were several families with kids, and I even saw several people I knew. These guys – staff and volunteers – are so very nice, and comfortable to share the evening with. I am so blessed to be part of this group.

Kathy and Mae came out to visit, as well, and they enjoyed all the buildings and displays. I asked Mae her favorite part, and she said the Goal (Jail) – I said I’d try to get her a room…. I’m so happy they came!

Here are some random photos:

All of the programs offered at Hanna’s Town, including the weekly tours, are well worth the time. Check out the website at www.westmorelandhistory.org to find out what programs are coming up, including Museum Store Sunday (11/28); Three Centuries of Christmas in America (12/4 and 12/11); and Holiday Family Day (12/29). Hope to see you there!

Memory book – November 2nd: Tell about your first date with him (my dad). “It was in the fall, 1947. He was discharged and came out to see me. He came as often as he could get his father’s car. Sometimes he came & brought his friend Russ Brown & his girlfriend Mary Jane Keister.” (Mom and Mary Jane were best friends until Mary Jane passed away. Kath and I grew up with her kids.)

On this day in 1646 Massachusetts used the death penalty for denying that the Holy Bible was God’s Word – wow, how times have changed! In 1841 the first wagon train reached California. Art Carney, actor (Honeymooners), was born in 1918; Laura Bush (first lady for 43rd president) in 1946; Loretta Swit, actress (MASH), in 1937, and Matthew McConaughey, actor, (Lincoln commercials!) in 1969. In 1842 Mary Todd married Abraham Lincoln.

TOMORROW November 5 is:

• National Donut Day
• National Love Your Red Hair Day
• National Jersey Friday 

Beth Swan, I love your red hair. And I love you! Have a happy Friday everyone – God bless!

Sweet 16! Wow, how the years have flown. My first grandson, Kelly & Matt’s first born. And today he’s looking forward to getting his driver’s permit! Look out world!

I know he’ll be a great driver, because he’s amazingly good at everything he sets his mind to. He doesn’t like class work, but he charges right through it. He can out-think most of the adults that he’s around, and usually has a solution (that works!) for everything, and always has a comment for everything. In that sense, he’s like his great-grandad Cliff. My dad was just that way.

Peyton is kind, respectful, very intelligent, fun and funny, and a blessing all around. He’s one of the hardest workers I know, and loves the Lord. I’m so excited for this step in his life, and hope that as he gets out into the driving world he is just as kind and respectful and cautious on the roads.

Have a wonderful birthday, Peyton – and may God’s blessings shower on you as you make your way – one mile at a time! – into this coming year. Love you! (Pictures not in date order…)

And this just in, this very second: Peyton got his permit – answered 15 out of 15 correctly! I couldn’t be prouder, or more excited, for him!

Memory book – November 3rd: What qualities first attracted you to him? (Meaning my father) “He liked to have fun & enjoy life. He was very kind & loving to his mother.” Peyton, those are good qualities to have. I’m glad you are like him in so many ways!

On this day in 1620 the Great Patent was granted to the Plymouth Colony; in 1900 the first US automobile show took place at Madison Square Garden NYC. In 1911 Chevrolet officially entered the automobile market, competing with Ford’s Model T, and in 1913 the first modern elastic brassier was patented. In 1956 the Wizard of Oz was televised for the first time, hosted by Burt Lahr and Liza Minnelli (Judy Garland’s daughter). Annie Oakley – sharp shooter – died at age 66 in 1926, and Mary Martin, actress (Peter Pan!) at age 76 in 1990. And of course, today is Peyton Matthew Hancher’s 16th birthday! Happy, happy birthday, Peyton! Love you! Many more!!

TOMORROW November 4 is:

• National Chicken Lady Day
• National Candy Day
• National Cash Back Day
• National Men Make Dinner Day

OK – I’ll take the candy! Have a great day today – and God Bless!

Treadmill, work, then voted before I came home to start chores. It was fun at Greensburg – a friend (Don) from Smail’s (back in the 60’s!) stopped to get something notarized, and he knew both Bernie and Ken. After he left the three of us stood around talking for 45 minutes, about the ‘olden days’ at Smail in particular and the car business in general. Laughter and reminiscing are both good for the soul!

After a bowl of Campbell’s soup, I changed the baby doll’s clothes to something fall. I totally forgot about that. She’s been in her patriotic sundress since May. All better now. I cleaned out the planter on the deck, because it is falling apart and Nate is going to cart it up to the trash. In the meantime I put the Mum inside and it looks ok. But it’s disintegrating! I had to empty the stones out of it a bucket at a time – took 5 trips!

After that I started raking leaves. The tree is still full, so this is not the end of it. I did cut the grass afterwards and was happy that it looked nice in the afternoon sunlight – at least for an hour! Maybe….

My movies came today! I ordered TIMELESS CHRISTMAS back in the summer on pre-order, and it was finally shipped with my other movie (Paul Campbell and Kimberly Sustad) Christmas by Starlight. I usually purchase one or two a year for my collection. If I have a favorite from this season (which I already do so far – The Santa Stakeout!) I’ll order it next spring/summer and get it in November! I still have 2 chores to do today after I post this, but neither will take long — I hope!

Memory book – November’s questions will deal with courtship, marriage, and my (meaning me/Marge) arrival in the world. November 1st: Tell about how you first knew my father. “Your father used to stay with his Uncle Chester Brown, who was married to my cousin Hazel Crooks. We knew each other as young kids. When he joined the army his Aunt Hazel Brown told me to write to him. I did & we became friends through our letters.” (Hazel Crooks is Hazel Brown.)

On this day in 1783 General George Washington bid farewell to his army after the Revolutionary War; in 1859 American abolitionist John Brown was found guilty of murder and treason, and sentenced to hang. In 1867 the magazine Harper’s Bazaar was first published. In 1898 the first official cheerleader – Johnny Campbell – led cheers at the University of Minnesota football game, and in 1983 President Ronald Reagan signed the bill establishing Dr. Martin Luther King Jr holiday. Michael Jackson’s THRILLER was released worldwide in 1983, and in 1896 the first auto insurance policy was sold – and no, it wasn’t Flo or the Geico Gecko! It was in Britain. Burt Lancaster was born in 1913; Warren G Harding (29th president) in 1865 (he died in office); James K Polk, 11th president, in 1795, and Marie Antoinette, Queen of France, in 1755. Danie Boone was born in 1734, and Jenny Lind (called the Swedish Nightingale and sung 93 concerts for PT Barnum) died in 1887 at age 67.

TOMORROW November 3rd is:

• National Housewife’s Day
• National Sandwich Day
• National Stress Awareness Day 

Have a sandwich tomorrow. It’s an easy meal and will reduce your stress levels! God bless…

I started November 1st by switching from walking outside to using the treadmill. It makes sense, with the weather cool and often damp in the mornings, and late afternoon and evening walks will be in the dark after Sunday. And the bonus is that I can read my Nook as I walk!

After work today I picked up Mae again, and we went to Gabes. We both bought two small items, than came back to my place and had grilled cheese, homegrown corn, and mint chocolate chip ice cream. I would call that a good day!

I took Mae back to Kathy’s, then took down the Halloween decorations and added Thanksgiving ones to the fall ones that I left up. The one sad thing is that two sets of my orange lights did not work, and Walmart was totally sold out. So I am minus a few lights, but otherwise all is as it should be!

Here are a few pictures from last night after I posted Halloween. I did go over and pick up Autmn and Chrissy. Chris won a giant Llama in a game at Kennywood, so we did a photo shoot! Also had pictures of Autmn and Chrissy before they went. Nate and Jen were standing outside with a tiki torch handing out candy. Seems like a successful day. I wasn’t actually home that much after all.

On the way home I did see some trick-or-treaters in unusual costumes…

Memory book – October 31st: Do you have a special Halloween memory? “We used to go out & throw corn at the windows of the neighbors. It was always chilly weather & we would run from farm house to farm house. It was fun to think we frightened these ‘old folks’.”

On this day in 1512 Michelangelo’s painting on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel was first exhibited, and in 1765 the Stamp Act went into effect in the British colonies. John Adams became the first president to live in the White House in 1800, and in 1928 the first celebration of Author’s Day was held. The TITANIC movie premiered in 1997 with Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet. In 1962 the first US Christmas Stamps went on sale, and in 1861 General George B McClellan was named commander in chief of the US Army. Today is All Saints Day. Gary Player – golfer – was born in 1935; Mamie Doud Eisenhower, First Lady, died at age 82 in 1979.

TOMORROW November 2 is:

• National Deviled Egg Day
• National Ohio Day
• Traffic Directors Day

Tomorrow is also election day. Get out and vote! And maybe eat a deviled egg… God bless!

This morning started as cold, rainy, and very overcast – and didn’t look to improve. But it’s almost 5pm and the sun is shining, making the leaves look golden and orange and bright. I think our little trick-or-treaters will have a dry evening to case the neighborhood.

My front yard is a blanket of leaves. They are too wet to rake – hopefully we’ll have a day this week to clean them up.

It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown! I – as well as the rest of you – are waiting in our most sincere pumpkin patch for the Great Pumpkin to bring gifts to those who believe! I have a rug and a flag, so how much more sincere can I get? But I think the Easter Bunny has his holidays mixed up…

I have discovered that the two best times of the year to go for groceries are 1) during the Super Bowl, and 2) during Trick or Treat! So that is my plan for tonight. I am counting on no ‘tricks!’ * Update – I have to pick up Chrissy & Autmn so I don’t know WHAT I’m doing tonight! 🙂

I asked my Sunday School class if they knew what today was, and JJ said October 32nd! Obviously they aren’t totally focused on the calendar OR on Halloween Trick or Treat! That’s a good thing. Max was pretty wound up, and ended up on the floor with his drink spilled on his pant leg! But all he was worried about was needing more drink!

Memory book – October 30: What did people do at Halloween? “Whole families dressed up in old clothes & went from neighbors to neighbors. Each family would arrange to go on a different night so we could be home to try & guess who each person was. Our mother made popcorn balls to give as a treat.”

On this day in 1913 the first US paved coast to coast highway – Lincoln Highway – was dedicated; it goes right through our town! In 1918 the Spanish flu killed 21,000 people in the US in a single week. ‘What Ever Happened to Baby Jane’ – horror film – was released, starring Bette Davis and Joan Crawford. In 1941 Mt Rushmore memorial was completed. In 1517 Martin Luther started the Protestant Reformation. Michael Landon – actor – was born in 1936; Dale Evans in 1912; Juliette Low (founder of the Girl Scouts) in 1860, and Vanilla Ice – rapper – in 1967. Harry Houdini died in 1926 at age 52, and Sean Connery, actor, (James bond) died at age 90 in 2020.

TOMORROW November 1 is:

• National Biologic Coordinators Day *
• Autistics Speaking Day
• National Authors’ Day
• National Brush Day
• National Calzone Day
• National Cinnamon Day
• National Deep Fried Clams Day
• National  Cook For Your Pets Day
• National Family Literacy Day
• National Vinegar Day
• Color the World Orange Day (Note: God is already doing that!)
• Job Action Day

National Authors’ Day! How cool is that! I will write something tomorrow! It’s also All Saint’s Day. God bless!

Before I start on the day’s adventures – I drove Autmn to a Halloween Party at her friend Seanna’s (near Scottdale) tonight at 7pm. I had just made the comment about being alert for deer. We went around a corner and lined up across the road in a row like a line for an amusement park ride was a whole gaggle of deer! They just stood there and looked at us! I was NOT fast enough to get a picture – but there were about a dozen. The littlest one – on the far left – took his time following his family back across the road. We sat there and gave him time! Also had one in the middle of the road on the way home. Thankful for safety and caution!

I got to Hanna’s Town about 10:30am, and stationed myself in the Murry-Beacom House. The Loyalhannon Spinners (& Weavers) were setting up in one room; the displays of the flax process and the wool process were in the second room, where I was. The kids could make yard dolls, and I was surprised how many older kids wanted to participate. A few parents even made one! I actually did, too!

All of the buildings were decorated for the season. Friday and Saturday nights there were the Jack O’Lantern tours and there were carved and plastic pumpkins lining the pathways. The Goal was open (Jail) and I peeked in and took photos!

The blacksmith held demonstrations; Proctor’s Militia were set up in the fort, and were chopping logs for a plank fence; there was a pumpkin decorating station at the Klingensmith House and hayrides in the field. Just as we were closing up at 4pm, one of the volunteers (Jim) came in and asked if we wanted to go on the hayride. So I did and it was really fun. There was a mom and daughter on, but everyone else were volunteers or militia. The militia guys started singing songs and made the ride super fun! Probably the most fun hayride I ever went on.

I was glad to have been able to spend the day meeting new people, visiting with old friends, and always, always, learning something new!

In honor of Halloween – Memory Book: July 13th. Do you remember having a favorite candy? How much did it cost? “Licorice – in a small box that held 8 or 10 hollow licorice sticks that we called cigarett’s. They cost a penny a box.” I still like black licorice, and most people don’t!

On this day in 1873 the P T Barnum circus ‘Greatest Show on Earth’ debuted, and in 1938 the radio broadcast of H G Wells War of the Worlds (narrated by Orson Welles) caused mass panic. In 1952 Clarence Birdseye sold his first frozen peas, and in 1967 Dolly Parton released her first single with Porter Wagoner: The Last Thing on my Mind. Robert Goulet – singer, and Mom’s favorite singer! – died at age 73 in 2007. Clint Black (country singer) and Lisa Hartman (actress) were married in 1991. Ivanka Trump (Donald’s daughter) was born in 1981, Christopher Columbus in 1451, our 2nd president John Adams (who was also the first vice president) in 1735, and Henry Winkler (The FONZ!!!) was born in 1945. My neighbor Dotty Kuhns had a birthday today – so happy birthday to Dotty! Many, many more! Blessings!

TOMORROW October 31 is:

• National Doorbell Day (Of COURSE it is!!!)
• National Caramel Apple Day
• National Knock-Knock Jokes Day
• National Magic Day
• Girl Scout Founder’s Day
• Halloween

For me, tomorrow is ‘I won’t be home’ day. I did Trunk or Treat so that was my celebration! But enjoy your Halloween, my friends! God bless…

As promised, a small recap of Chonda Pierce. She is amazingly funny, and can draw you into her humor until you can’t stop laughing – then turn on a dime and pull at your heart strings. She had such a traumatic life, but has seen beauty rise from the ashes. As she shared her story, she brought life into perspective, but gave everyone something to rejoice in, a hope to cling to, a future to long for, and boundless laughter and joy! If you just take a moment to look her up, you will see what an incredible life she has lived, and how she lives and shares Christ no matter what she does. I was blessed to be able to attend – and a huge thanks to our Violet (cousin Deb!) for suggesting it and making all the arrangements. A beautiful evening.

I was happy to take my time getting started with my day. After my shower and breakfast, I did a load of laundry and also answered some emails and handled other household business. I decided to make French Toast for breakfast, because I am still trying to eat softer foods and that was soft. I used all the cinnamon and sugar mix so I took time to mix up a new container. Then before I cleaned up the kitchen I mixed up scones for tomorrow’s breakfast.

I picked up Mae (a long-time friend from Kentucky who is staying with Kath for 2 weeks), and we went to the Mall. We walked around a little bit – she had a coupon for Bath & Body Works and I wanted to stop in at Barbara Ann’s (of course). I did buy a coaster. How could I not?

From the Mall we went to my favorite little Fleatique, L&L in Adamsburg. We spent a good hour walking around looking at everything, talking about memories and unique items. I bought a purple round baking bowl for a $1.00! Best bargain in the place. After I dropped her off, I had to notarize a document for Janet & Kyle, then stopped to help Mike out at work. From there I went straight to Kathy’s for supper. We had soup, breadsticks, and veggie pizza. I never make that so it was a real treat. Thanks Sis!

After supper we sat around the table and looked at old family photos, and had a great time taking a walk back in time. Often we struggled to figure out who was in the photo or where it was taken. One of the favorite pictures I found was one of me holding my cousin Deb. Amazing!

As you may remember, today is National Cat Day. This is Snoopy’s opinion of that:

Memory Book – May 17th: Share a memory involving a war during your childhood or youth. “I was a student at Davis School when World War II started. We had a group that was nationwide. We were called Junior Commanders. I was the leader (Captain) because my dad had been in the army. I even taught the group how to march (smile).” That is so very cool. Our spunky little momma!

On this day in 1682 William Penn landed at what is now Chester, Pennsylvania. In 1929 – Black Tuesday: end of Roaring 20’s and start of the Great Depression. Winona Ryder – actress – was born in 1971; Kate Jackson (another Charlie’s Angels – Sabrina!) in 1948, and Bob Ross – American artist – in 1942. Sir Walter Raleigh, historian & explorer, was beheaded for treason at age 64; George McClellan, Union General, died of a heart attack in 1885 at age 58. In 1951 Frank & Nancy Sinatra divorced.

TOMORROW October 30 is:

• National Speak Up For Service Day
• National Publicist Day
• National Candy Corn Day
• National Trick or Treat Day

In the first place, no one should honor Candy Corn. In the second place, Trick or Treat is October 31st! No exceptions! But tomorrow is also Fall Family Fun Day at Historic Hanna’s Town. There is a full slate of activities, including Proctor’s Militia (complete with demonstrations at 1:30), hay rides, textile demonstrations, crafts, story time, historic cemetery tour, and the blacksmith shop. I’ll be in the Murry-Beacom house, probably all day – 11am to 4pm – so stop out and have some fun! God bless…