I don’t know about you, but I have had enough of politics this year. Regardless of your leanings, these mid-term elections were ugly, ugly, ugly. I need a break. Fortunately I found it on Saturday with a Veteran’s Day program at our fairgrounds. Many of the elementary schools had back-to-back concerts. It was delightful. I got there early so as to get a good seat … Continue reading Veteran’s Day Celebration
I wish I could say that I have met Trump’s choice for Secretary of Agriculture. I almost did. But almosts are not good enough. When Sonny Perdue was the Governor of Georgia, I went to one of those ‘Eggs ‘N Issues’ breakfasts in Atlanta during the legislative session. It was for educators. I saw Sonny and he wasn’t talking to anyone. Oh, I thought. Perfect … Continue reading The Secretary of Agriculture
I voted early in small town America. The line seemed long but I got through in about 45 minutes. I’m going to be in Florida on Election Day, so voting early was a necessity for me, and I was grateful for the opportunity. ‘Lucky’ me, I got in line behind a Chatty Cathy. She looked at my form and asked if she had to fill … Continue reading I’m a Georgia Voter
Today is Veteran’s Day. It is a holiday for state employees like me. I spent the afternoon getting a manicure, pedicure, and shopping. I love tradition and I have tried to create and honor many for my family. I have two granddaughters, ten and five. Every Thanksgiving I give them a Christmas outfit. It’s something they might wear to a special event in December, to … Continue reading Veteran’s Day and the long shadows of November
Tower of Twins 