Spring break is just around the corner. I feel as if we have already had spring break since we had that weather event last week. The term "weather event" hardly covers the disaster we faced for almost a week. It doesn't cover the damaged pipes and ruined walls and ceilings experienced in many homes. It is something that will go down in the history books. We survived, and will move on to spring. Except for our gusty winds, this week has been wonderful. I wonder if I should start planting my garden. The myths say if March comes in like a lamb; it goes out like a lion. In that case, a garden might not be a good idea.
Saturday, Russ and I drove to Stephenville and had brunch with Scott, Heather, and Kaitlynn. We ate at Greer's Ranch House. I have never been there before. Their breakfast menu had many choices, and they all looked delicious. Russ reminded me after we got home that I didn't get a huge cinnamon roll to go. Life has many disappointments that must be overcome. I fixed him cinnamon rolls that evening.
Church was busy this morning. The ambulance went by to a home in town as Bible study started, and then in the middle of service, the ambulance and all our EMTs left to answer another call. The last call was to a relative of ours, Jody Lewis. I'm thankful to say he is doing fine. Apparently, he rolled his tractor and was pinned underneath it until help arrived. Although he felt fine, he was transported to the hospital just to make sure. He posted that all was good, no broken bones, but he will probably be a little sore.
Gerald and Kay McKee will be headed to MD Anderson next week to start preparing for Gerald's treatment. Our prayers are with both as they face this trial. So many people in this community have walked this difficult path.
Coach Burkhart put out a post about Traci Green, daughter of Nolan Green, goes to Africa to minister to children there. She has requested shirts, pencils, and toothbrushes to hand out to the kids. He has gone a step further and asked if we will contribute towards her expenses since she pays her own way. Monetary contributions need to be made out to Taleta's Project. It is a 501-3c tax deduction. The entire collection time will be from Tuesday, March 9th, through the 13th. We have another wonderful opportunity to share our blessings with the people of Vea Ghana.
The high school UIL competitions will be held in our school this year. Pam Starr is heading the hospitality committee. She would love to have our local ladies bring food items to the school on the 29th of this month. She will be contacting church and parent groups for assistance. We are known for our great cooks, and the visiting teachers will be looking forward to our food offerings.
The sewing ladies have finished for the moment. They will meet about once a month until the 21-22 school year begins. This month they are meeting on the 30th to sew on a special project. It should be a one-day project. They are making a small carrying bag. If you are interested, contact Debbie Phelan, and she will give you the instructions for the work that needs to be done before the 30th. I'm going to have to miss this one because I will be in school.
Monday Church for our school kids is going very well. I am amazed that those hours from 10-2 p.m. fly by so quickly. I admit I wonder how I'm going to get it all done, but I work with some amazing people who love children. We will have to miss Tuesday, the 16th, and again on the 29th, due to the UIL competition.
Speaking of competitions, congratulations to Mrs. Sarah Locker and the high school One Act Play for advancing on to bidistrict competition.
James Carlisle took home top actor awards for what I'm told was a stellar performance. Good luck to all as they proceed towards the final goal.
I'm beginning to worry about the lack of historical background our students know. So much of our history is being rewritten or cancelled out. No country has a spotless history. We must preserve the proof of our actions, or we lose who we are. We must learn from our mistakes, or we will make worse ones in the future. This form of government was an experiment such has never been seen before in history. To make it work, we must learn from mistakes, maintain a respect for one another, maintain a moral guideline, and keep our politicians and press accountable and honest.
Keep our country in your prayers as we struggle to get back to normal.
Thank you to our leaders for giving us the freedom to open with or without masks. If you need to wear a mask for your protection or for your loved ones, then do so. Pray for our president, our congress, and our judicial system. Honor and respect our first responders; they are there to protect us. Most of all, pray for our precious troops and their families. Have a great week.