Around Town – May 31

Orchids to …

• those who understand we are not wearing masks out of fear but are wearing masks out of respect and for protection of others.

• Honeymoon Haulers for moving the large carpet roll from the garage to the basement, very much appreciated, from the Wheelers.

• Viewpoint Bookstore for the kids boredom buster goody boxes, our community is lucky to have you!

• Kristen Brown for doing the mayor-ly thing.

• those who understand that when I wear a mask to protect you from me, even if I have no idea that I am infected because I may be an asymptomatic carrier who can infect others, that is why everyone needs to wear masks.

• the very kind gentleman and lady who helped the old lady get to her car and load her groceries in the pouring rain, I can never thank you enough.

• people who wear a mask to protect others, not themselves.

• our four children for all their help during their dad’s bout with pneumonia.

• Congressman Greg Pence for getting the broadband internet passed that is sorely needed in rural areas, thank you for doing your job.

• Twitter for distinguishing between free speech and the freedom to promote groundless conspiracies and hatred.

• whoever cleaned the tombstones in the cemetery at South Bethany, it looks the best it has in the last 50 years, thank you very much.

• the nice lady on Spring Court who was so nice to the compost guy.

Happy Birthday to …

• Pat Ward, from your family and Donna.

• Doyle Rich, from your family and friends.

• Timara Gray on No. 2, love Grandma Paula and Grandpa Mike.

• Kayla Dean, from Pastor Marvin Brown and Trinity Baptist Church.

• Bill Jenkins, from Mom, Tonia, Cameron, and Caleb.

• Jessica Eggleston, from Grandma Smith and Kendall.

• Ella Dean Wainscott, on No. 8, and Doyle Rich, on No. 86, from the family.

ANOTHER beautiful morning