Letter to the Editor

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City at the Foothills

Darleen Cuppy wrote her Cuppy’s Corner news Monday morning. Delia Atkinson got it later in the forenoon. Darleen enjoyed the cheeseburger and coleslaw, etc. dinner from the Manor kitchen at noon. Darleen got birthday cards and thank you notes ready to send to family members.

WHY DO YOU HAVE SO MANY THINGS?

Well, as many of you know, the members of the Ministerial Association are in the midst of transition. To note a few: Pastor Nancy (and her husband) has cometojoinusandserveourcommunity. Soon,Iwill be transferring down south. And, Fr. Terry Weber will bemovingupnorth. Fr.

City at the Foothills

Darleen Cuppy wrote her Cuppy’s Corner news Monday morning. Delia Atkinson got it later in the forenoon. Darleen was grateful Dave Bender took the cover off her A/C. She has enjoyed it the last few days. Darleen enjoyed the roast beef dinner Monday noon from the Manor kitchen.

Letter to the Editor

The editor reserves the right to determine if material submitted for publication shall be printed and may edit for accuracy, clarity and civility. Firm deadline: Fridays at 5 p.m.

POWER OUTAGE

Have you ever experienced an electrical power outage, for a short time, maybe a long period of time? Did you feel irritable, inconvenienced, rushed or hurried? “We overslept, hurry, have cold cereal for breakfast.

WHAT DOES LOVE LOOK LIKE?

Adapted from “Reflection” By Rev. Cheryl A. Lindsay, United Church of Christ Jesus spoke on love extensively and robustly. When asked to identify the greatest commandment, Jesus did not choose one. He distilled them all into one with two parts: Love God, and love your neighbor as yourself.

City at the Foothills

Darleen Cuppy wrote her Cuppy’s Corner news Monday morning. Delia Atkinson got it later in the forenoon. Darleen enjoyed the shrimp dinner from the Manor kitchen. In the evening Darleen enjoyed the Elementary school spring concert on the school channel. It was delightful!

The evolution of a health emergency

Our battle with Covid – 19 continues to evolve. On May 11, US authorities declared that the “public health emergency” was ending.

RURAL LIFE

What do we love about rural life? Visiting a bigger city can remind us of some of the reasons we choose this lifestyle: Peace and Quiet/Fresh Air – When you step outside your door, there is no traffic noise. You can hear birds, rustling leaves, cattle and of course the wind!