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To wear a mask or not, that is the question? There is much controversy today about masks. In my opinion, for what it’s worth, and this is strictly just my opinion, I believe it’s up to the person wearing the mask. I have seen people become angry about either way. I try to wear a mask most of the time when I am out and about. I would not want to make anyone sick. I did attend church for the first time Sunday in quite a while and forgot my mask. I just tried to keep my distance. I understand to wear the mask does not protect me but protects everyone else.
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Goodness, the last couple of days have been so hot, especially when you are in town walking on that concrete. At least out here in the country, you can stand under a tree in the shade. Can you tell I have been inside just way too long?
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I hope everyone enjoyed and had a safe Memorial Day. The holiday was different but we all still had joy. No man can take your joy. The world didn’t give it to us and the world can’t take it away. Grimes County keep your joy!
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The St. Joseph’s Catholic Church will be holding their Memorial Day weekend annual bazaar Sunday, May 24 on the church grounds in Stoneham. The bazaar will be held in a modified form of the usual setup. Fr. Ed Kucera and the bazaar committee are working hard to make the best of a sad situation. Safe practices are in place so fun can be had by all. The auction will be under the open-air pavilion instead of in the hall. They will also have their raffle and a barbecue lunch will be handed to you in a to-go plate. Other changes will also vary from the original bazaar so plan to come out to support this church and check out the new changes for this year.
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A few of our beloved area restaurants are stepping out in offering limited dinein services for those brave/adventurous souls who may not be as vulnerable or at risk as some others. Among those establishments that come to mind are The Pit Stop in Bedias and Walker’s Café in Madisonville. We are confident you have your favorites. Please let them know you appreciate their good efforts to serve our community and do nothing to further place them at risk.
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Saturday was Kaleigh’s birthday and her parents planned a party at Jordan’s house. The guests were seated in a circle outside in the beautiful weather. It was nice to finally meet more of her relatives. Kalem and Kristi Evans have shared Kaleigh with our family for several years now. We are very proud of her accomplishments. She recently was awarded a scholarship that will assist with funding for her continued education. Kaleigh is studying Special Education at Texas A&M University.
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Sunday, May 10 was Mother’s Day. Do hope that all those who have living mothers honored them on that special day. The people of Evergreen Baptist Church were among the area churches that did so. They passed out red roses to the mothers that were present. Also, the Mexican restaurant Juan and Linda’s passed out red roses to the women present. Good of them to do so. God bless all our mothers and bless the memory of those who have passed away.
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AUSTIN — Testing, sanitizing and emergency food benefits increased as Texas entered its third month of fighting the COVID-19 pandemic.
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