I broke down after supper and started a fire in the wood stove.
There’s something warming physically and emotionally about sitting by the fire. I feel the warmth filling the room and the happy bouncing flames are soothing. It makes me feel a little independent as well.
Even if the lights go out, I can stay warm and toasty. You can’t beat that feeling.
I received a call from a neighbor asking if I wanted to meet Jody Fauley, candidate for county judge. I would have liked to meet him and see what his agenda was, but I was in the middle of this solar project. Donna Hill told me I could read his ad in the newspaper or look up his face book page to know more about him. I saw the ad for Harold Yates, but somehow missed the Fauley ad. When I went back and looked, I could see the problem. Even though his ad was in color, it did not draw attention to itself like the Yates ad did. The print was too small, the purpose wasn’t clear, and it just didn’t pop. That is my unasked-for opinion. Both candidates are well-qualified for the position. I would like to see them debate their platforms without cutting each other to shreds. I encourage everyone to check out both candidates and their beliefs carefully.
I’m calling out the teachers, especially the elementary teachers out in San Saba County. I love to bring home ribbons from the youth fair, but I want my students to win against competition, not by default. I suspect that students in Cherokee and San Saba would love to see their work on display every bit as much as mine. Kailee Miller and the volunteers who assist her would love to see the Community Center flooded with entries. I know Covid has interrupted many things, but please teachers, put the youth fair entries on your calendar for next year, and make it a stellar year for entries.
My son Shane’s pastor and youngest son came down for the last weekend of youth hunting. It certainly was cold enough for the deer to move, but it was far too wet and cold for people. To my surprise, they had a wonderful time. They even slept in the old farmhouse, no heat, no lights, no stove; it does have four walls, so it’s rain proof.
They did spend good father/ son time.
Earl Patrick was transported to the hospital with fluid on his lungs.
He is 97 years old, and they want to make sure he gets well and goes home. Gerald McKee is going into week two of brain radiation and needs our prayers. Bro Mack is still working on the border ministering to the soldiers deployed to protect our soil. Our area desperately needs rain but not snow. Please pray for the men and women who are protecting this country. Stay warm, stay safe and most of all pray for our precious troops and their families.