Recently, one of our daughters was lamenting that her 7-year-old was questioning if Santa was real, and she wasn’t sure how to answer. I was reminded of a quote credited to Edwin Osgood Grover:
If you live in Brimfield, Patti Harjung has likely impacted your life in some way, even if you do not know who she is. Let me introduce you to her.
Political campaigning is in full swing, complete with attack ads making disparaging accusations, whether they be true or not, who can tell.
If you ask me to name someone who knows about true love, my answer would be Thurman and Judy Church.
Fair warning to my readers … I am on a soapbox in today’s column. Over the last few months, I have helped organize two evenings devoted to women’s health and wellness at our church. As a mother of 10 children, I am keenly aware of the prevalence of EBS (Empty Bucket Syndrome) and the fact that many of us do not practice adequate self-care.
With the celebration of Independence Day, I am not afraid to admit that our family is patriotic. Our flag flies 24 hours, seven days a week to show gratitude for the freedom that we do not take for granted. I am reminded of a quote by Thomas Jefferson which states, “How little do my countrymen know what precious blessings they are in possession of, and which no other people on earth enjoy!”
Here it is, nine years later, and Ben Wolford extended an invitation to revive Around Brimfield. Again, I laughed it off and thought of the many reasons I would not be interested. After all, our large family has grown larger since then, and I am busier than ever. For some unknown reason, the thought kept coming back… and here I am. Welcome to Around Brimfield!
Best wishes for a happy New Year! Welcome 2024! There is a saying that “New Year's Day is every man’s birthday.” I am reminded of the wisdom of Benjamin Franklin when he said, "Be at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors, and let every new year find you a better man."
Those who read this column with any regularity may have noticed that I use quotes quite often. I love a good quote because it is an entire sermon wrapped within a few profound words.
I discovered a new treasure a few weeks ago when I was perusing Facebook and noticed a post about a newly opened store, Scott Farm Market and Greenhouse at 1977 Meloy Road.
It is no secret that Joe’s Barbecue has great food. I am one of his customers and am excited to see a “brick and mortar” restaurant on that corner someday.
Amidst all the clean-up from the storms, it is nice to see the progression of the Brimfield Township Fire Department. The Brimfield Bread Oven has also received a lovely exterior renovation. Inside, it is still the best place to be in Brimfield. The smells, the people, the food…it is divine!