Bill Stilson with bows on his toes 
This blogs sole purpose has transitioned to one of keeping in touch with each other. Over the years it has been primarily for letting everyone know what is happening and also for promotion to add more folks to our Winter Texan family. The core of things has changed and we must change along with it. We still want to know what is happening with our friends no matter where they may be located. So continue to let us know where you are and what is on your plate.
Thursday, December 15, 2005
Wednesday, December 14, 2005
Sledding Memory
Here is another reminiscence from Ray T. in Atlantic Iowa: During the winter months a sled was an important part of our lives as kids while we lived on the farm. We use to work for hours making a huge pile of snow just behind the old cob shed. I can remember dad helping us. It was already down hill from that area all the way to the creek , but climbing up the back side and descending down this pile of snow on the sled, usually gave us the extra speed we needed to go all the way to the creek. The creek was in the cow pasture a considerable distance away. We use to have an opening ( small gate) in the cow yard fence that we had to pass thru. I can remember even carrying water and pouring it on the path our sled was to travel, so that it was good and slippery. It helped.
Of course we always had to drag the sled back up the hill for the next trip down. That was no problem when you were having fun.
We use to sled at night by turning on the yard light or on moon lit nights. It was a bit dark behind the cob shed, but that was no problem since we knew the area by heart.
We often continued to add snow to the pile (launch pad) we built with a scoop shovel, so it kept getting higher and higher. Sometimes while one of the others was using the sled, rather than wait our turn for the sled, we would resort to riding the scoop shovel backwards down the hill. This sometimes created a problem, since the opening in the fence was not very wide and that thing did not steer well. Most of the steering was done by dragging the feet on the ground. Several times we would run off the path and end up under the scoop shovel.
Of course we always had to drag the sled back up the hill for the next trip down. That was no problem when you were having fun.
We use to sled at night by turning on the yard light or on moon lit nights. It was a bit dark behind the cob shed, but that was no problem since we knew the area by heart.
We often continued to add snow to the pile (launch pad) we built with a scoop shovel, so it kept getting higher and higher. Sometimes while one of the others was using the sled, rather than wait our turn for the sled, we would resort to riding the scoop shovel backwards down the hill. This sometimes created a problem, since the opening in the fence was not very wide and that thing did not steer well. Most of the steering was done by dragging the feet on the ground. Several times we would run off the path and end up under the scoop shovel.
Tuesday, December 13, 2005
Rhoades Car for sale
For Sale: single seat Rhoades Car- New cost is $1500 will sell for $500 -Call 956 464 1284
Monday, December 12, 2005
Name the Chicken Contest
She has been around the park long enough that she is gaining park pet status. All pets need a name so lets hear some suggestions and we will decide on a name. Tell Barb Brooker or Don Loring your suggestion for a name and we will submit them for a vote. Lets get her named before someone decides she'd make a good meal!
Sunday, December 11, 2005
Saturday, December 10, 2005
From Kay Stilson: Hi Barb
I just had to send this to you. This chicken was in your yard first and we tried to get a picture and wanted to know if Butch was raising chickens now, but the darn thing ran and later it just walked right in our patio and went over by Bill and was pecking at the pecan shells on the cement. First it was the mockingbirds wanting Bill's pecans and now a chicken. LOL
Kay
I just had to send this to you. This chicken was in your yard first and we tried to get a picture and wanted to know if Butch was raising chickens now, but the darn thing ran and later it just walked right in our patio and went over by Bill and was pecking at the pecan shells on the cement. First it was the mockingbirds wanting Bill's pecans and now a chicken. LOL
Kay
Friday, December 09, 2005
This is from Ray Thompson, a retired highway patrolman who lives in Atlantic Iowa. I thought some of you might relate to his walk down memory lane.
"Another really cold day coming to an end here. It brings back memories of when I was a kid. The house we lived in only had heat when mom had the cook stove going. We kids use to go out in the grove and pick up sticks and put them in the cob box so she could get the fire in the stove going when she got up in the morning... It had to be terribly cold for her.
My room had no heat at all. Not even a open air register above the cook stove as it did in the girls room. Mom and dads room was just off the kitchen but, of course none of us had any heat once the kitchen stove went out. Most of the time we could not afford coal.
My mattress was filled with corn husk.. and I often supplemented the few blankets over me with several coats. We kids use to take one of mom's flatirons that we warmed up in the oven to bed with us. They were the kind that the handle unhooked from. We use to stick them in a sock and put our feet on them. I use to kick it out in the middle of the night on the floor, once it cooled down.
I can remember going to bed in the daytime just to get warm...
* * * *
We must have gotten 5 inches of snow last night here in Atlantic. We have a fellow come and scoop the walks, steps, and drive for us. He is the same fellow that mowed the lawn last summer. He earned his money this morning... it was cold out there."
"Another really cold day coming to an end here. It brings back memories of when I was a kid. The house we lived in only had heat when mom had the cook stove going. We kids use to go out in the grove and pick up sticks and put them in the cob box so she could get the fire in the stove going when she got up in the morning... It had to be terribly cold for her.
My room had no heat at all. Not even a open air register above the cook stove as it did in the girls room. Mom and dads room was just off the kitchen but, of course none of us had any heat once the kitchen stove went out. Most of the time we could not afford coal.
My mattress was filled with corn husk.. and I often supplemented the few blankets over me with several coats. We kids use to take one of mom's flatirons that we warmed up in the oven to bed with us. They were the kind that the handle unhooked from. We use to stick them in a sock and put our feet on them. I use to kick it out in the middle of the night on the floor, once it cooled down.
I can remember going to bed in the daytime just to get warm...
* * * *
We must have gotten 5 inches of snow last night here in Atlantic. We have a fellow come and scoop the walks, steps, and drive for us. He is the same fellow that mowed the lawn last summer. He earned his money this morning... it was cold out there."
Thursday, December 08, 2005
I sure can tell the weather up north is frightful. My inbox is filling up from far more people than usual. I like that!
We are in deep winter down here also. When I got up this morning the temp was 36 and is not supposed to go up all day. So we are doing winter things. I have a big pot of chili in the crockpot and we have a couple of DVD movies lined up. I passed up our morning walk but Butch is out there trudging around our usual route. He often gets sidetracked by someone along the way but I would guess that is less likely today. This cold snap is expected to last a couple of days with highs in the 70's returning on Sunday.
We are in deep winter down here also. When I got up this morning the temp was 36 and is not supposed to go up all day. So we are doing winter things. I have a big pot of chili in the crockpot and we have a couple of DVD movies lined up. I passed up our morning walk but Butch is out there trudging around our usual route. He often gets sidetracked by someone along the way but I would guess that is less likely today. This cold snap is expected to last a couple of days with highs in the 70's returning on Sunday.
Wednesday, December 07, 2005
This morning we went to the little hall to listen to a tour guide talk about the trips they have available. Now one might think this was merely a high pressure sales job but that was not the case at all. It was extremely interesting and we learned many things such as coffee must be grown above 6000 feet and that there are two times of the year that Mexico City experiences cold weather November/ December and June/July. The reason being they are halfway between both poles so they get the effect of both, coupled with the high altitude. I found the experience very worthwhile and next year when they announce that Viva Mexico is coming to talk to us with their free coffee and donuts I think I will go to hear what more nuggets of information I can pick up.
Pecan Bill
Pecan Bill is our next door neighbor this year. Stop by and see Bill most any time. He is at the corner of Peach and Center Street
. Note the thermometer in the background 
. Note the thermometer in the background
The mystery photo is on Lime Street about halfway on the west side. A couple of you have told me you knew as soon as you saw the horns. Butch and I walk the park twice a day and we go on every street. Some may think that would be boring but there is something new to see every time. It is a tad over one mile to do this thus we walk two miles a day. Decorations are changing and new people are arriving and all kinds of changes take place. I heard a saw going a few minutes ago so we will have to see where the construction is taking place.
TODAY'S GRAY GRIN:The reception area of the doctor's office was filled to capacity, but
the doctor was working at his usual snail's pace. After waiting for
hours and hours, an old man slowly stood up and headed for the door.
When everyone stopped talking to look at him, he announced, "I guess
I'll just go home and die of natural causes."
Tuesday, December 06, 2005
It looks like I can put my sandals away for awhile. Later this week there are frost warnings for the western part of the valley. Highs in the 40's!! for next Thursday and Friday. I sure hope this southern winter doesn't last too long.
Friday, December 02, 2005
The weather up north is frightful but the south is so delightful...I can tell from the emails I am receiving that many of you are ready to leave the snow and ice behind for warmer climes. We are ready for you to get here but we are not waiting for the fun to begin. It has started already but you can jump in anytime when you arrive. Let it snow,let it snow, let it snow!!
The Mystery Photo....
Ok Folks I was able to identify the mystery photo right away and I haven't seen any one else that has replied that they have found it... Come on play along with the fun... Who's the first one that will reply????? The fun is in the looking...
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