Monthly Archives: April 2015

A Bear Bag, and Much More

Posted on April 30, 2015 by Kathie Mitchell

“I need a what?” “A bear bag.” My friend, Scoop, gave me a slow, wide grin. “That is unless you want a bear in your tent. Otherwise, all food, empty food wrappings, toothpaste – anything that might attract bear — … Continue reading →

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The Civil War Church Doll

Posted on April 23, 2015 by Kathie Mitchell

Our Repasz band director held up a bulging Wal-Mart bag for all to see. “If any of you ladies didn’t get one of these dolls, come up during break and choose one. Barry’s wife made them especially for you.” Dolls? … Continue reading →

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Return to Appomattox

Posted on April 16, 2015 by Kathie Mitchell

In April of 1865, an early morning rain drenched the countryside. It left behind a bone-piercing chill and a low hanging, misty fog. The place, Appomattox Court House, Virginia. That day General Lee would surrender to General Grant and end … Continue reading →

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Tick-Tock Goes the Clock…Maybe

Posted on April 2, 2015 by Kathie Mitchell

One can never have enough clocks in the house. And the amount of enjoyment a clock gives has no relation to its ability to actually keep time. Several weeks ago we were given a mantle clock that originally belonged to … Continue reading →

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