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Last long weekend of the summer
Posted Tuesday, August 31, at 3:07 PM
Most everyone will have a three day weekend to look forward to this week. Monday is Labor Day and it gives people the opportunity to take advantage of the last long weekend of the summer. The campgrounds, lakes and theme parks will be filled with people. The highways will be busy with travelers, all trying to get in one more holiday before winter.
At one time I would have been right there with them but lately, I try to avoid the holiday crowds. I like the "off-season" quiet. Labor Day is a day set aside for the working people, so if we go somewhere or just choose to stay home, let's enjoy the day. It has been a legal holiday since 1894. I wonder if people back in the early years living in our area even thought about taking off on Labor Day just because it was declared a holiday. More than likely they were clearing the land around here 100 years ago and only took off when the weather was too bad to work. I would think people of that generation could tell us a few thing about true labor. Labor Day is a good day for family reunions, festivals and other activities. We have the Leachville Harvest Festival taking place on Saturday. There are a lot of school reunions, including the every five year Leachville School Reunion which should bring a lot of people back home. The weather is beginning to seem more like autumn. After Labor Day we should see the leaves begin to fall and hopefully our farmers will have a good harvest before the winter sets in. I know I complain about the hot and the cold, but I do like living in an area with all four seasons and I am ready to enjoy some fall weather. Autumn doesn't officially begin until Sept. 23, but I think we are all ready for it. We have certainly had a hot, dry summer.
Should we stay home? Should we stay home Friday since it is a Friday the 13th. I have never been terribly superstitious but I have to admit there is something about Friday the 13th that makes me stop and take notice. My head tells me it is just another Friday and whatever would happen would happen if it was Friday the 14th but it does make one wonder. I think it because of all of those scary movies made...
Temperatures are high In case you have not noticed, the temperatures are still high. I don't do well when the temperatures hover around 100 degrees. Just a reminder to caution everyone to be careful and not get overheated. I think we are setting record highs this year. As I have said many times, we cannot change the weather but we can use a little common sense when it comes to working outside. Drink water and take breaks often...
It is almost time for the bell August is upon us and the school bells will be ringing in just a few weeks. It is time to get the supplies, new shoes and be ready to go on August 19. It doesn't seem like that long ago when I was dreading going back to school but on August 19 I will celebrate my 43rd wedding anniversary. Do the math -- it has been a while...
Staying home wins I want to thank everyone for taking time to take the poll last week on their favorite place to vacation. Surprisingly "staying home -- It's too hot" received the winning votes with 32.6 percent. Branson was second on the list with 27.9 percent. I have to agree when the weather gets hot, I don't want to stray far from the air conditioner...
Let it rain, let it rain We had just a little rain but I suppose a little is better than none at all. Our grass was turning yellow but the rain we received has given it new life and it is green again. As I drive through the countryside and see the irrigation systems going full blast, I wonder how my dad and his dad ever made a crop in the old days...
Moving right along Time is moving right along and the Fourth of July 2010 is now behind us. I hope everyone had a good Fourth of July. I spent the day on Saturday in Caraway for their 64th annual picnic. I even won a prize from the bandstand. It was fun and I know it takes a lot of work but it was very nice. Sixty-four years is a long time. I thank the Caraway Lions Club and all of the others who make it happen every year...
Roots go deep Being content is a full-time job. One would think being content would be easy, but I have found it difficult at times. I find myself wishing, wanting and dreaming of what I want to do, where I want to go or what I want to buy. When I was younger I thought the grass was always greener on the other side, but it did not take me long to discover the grass is about the same everywhere...
Happy birthday, America We are about to celebrate America's birthday. It is amazing to think about such a small part of the world declaring its freedom from such an established ruler and going on to win its independence. The Declaration of Independence was adopted July 4, 1776. It took much more than adopting the declaration to make it happen. It took sacrifices, lots of lives and George Washington...
Summer has arrived Summer officially began on Monday but in my way of thinking it arrived several weeks ago. I think we just forget how hot it gets from year to year. In my mind I don't think I have ever been as warm as I have been so far this summer. I was in the country looking out across the cotton fields and had a flashback of the days when I would have been out there chopping cotton...
Don't forget Dad Sunday is Father's Day, and if you are fortunate enough to still have your Dad, don't forget to wish him a happy Father's Day. My Dad passed away five years ago and I still miss him daily. I had no idea that Sunday in 2005 would be our last Father's Day together...
Staying cool Trying to stay cool has a complete different meaning from our teenage years to our older years. "Cool" may not be a word teenagers use anymore. It is a word from my generations' past. Everything was always "cool." We all secretly wanted to come across as a cool teenager at about 13 or 14...
Memorial Day Most people will enjoy a day off work on Monday in celebration of Memorial Day. The day was established to recognize our military men and women who have given their lives for our country. Too often the day is taken for granted and we don't stop and give the holiday much thought. We should stop and remember those who sacrificed their all so we can enjoy not only the day, but every day...
Congratulations to area seniors In only a few days, seniors throughout the area will be receiving their diplomas and congratulations from family and friends. It is an exciting time for these young people. Most everyone will remember what a crossroads in life it was to get out of high school...
April 15 has come and gone We just passed another income tax date and hopefully everyone made the April 15 deadline. Usually the Post Offices stay open late giving people extra time to get it in but this year they did not. We have always filed on time but we just do a simple, short form so it is not difficult. I know taxes can get get complicated and extensions sometimes have to be requested...
Counting the days It is hard to remember being a teenager but I am sure all of the young men and women in the area are counting the days until graduation. It is a happy and sad time all mixed up together for parents. We really do want our children to grow up but it is hard to turn loose and let it happen...
Enjoy the last days of spring break Spring break is almost over and I think the students did have a day or two of sunshine to enjoy. I am sure some went on trips and others just enjoyed sleeping in for the week. However they spent the week I am sure it is passing way too fast. They have a few days left -- just enjoy...
A job well done Again, I want to say congratulations to the Manila Lions on their state runner-up title. You did a great job. It has been a long time since one of our teams has made it to the finals of a state tournament. Also, I want to offer a congratulations to the Riveside Junior High Quiz Bowl Team for earning third place in state competition. They also had a student finish third in the county spelling bee...
Congratulations Congratulations to the Manila Lions on their recent wins at the state tournament. The boys will be leaving on Wednesday and play for the state title on Thursday. I wish you all well. It is an exciting time for them, the school, and the community. It will be an experience they will always remember. We are very proud of you all...
Thanks for the votes Thanks for the votes on the last poll question. It was good to know about one third of the people would have been more prepared for an ice storm this year. I am glad we did not have another one. The snow was enough. We are beginning to see signs of spring and I can't wait. Most of us are getting spring fever. I am ready to put away the coats and gloves and bring out the short-sleeves...
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Revis Blaylock has been on staff with the Manila Town Crier for over 35 years. She has enjoyed making friends in all the areas that the Town Crier covers. This blog contains her general ramblings about events throughout Buffalo Island. She welcomes your comments and ideas for future stories.
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