Happy New Year! There was lots of hustle and bustle getting ready for the holidays. Now that it's over, you can slow down and get your breath. Even better, take a break!
The ladies enjoyed celebrating Christmas at Moke's in Amite on Saturday, December 9th. Everyone brought a white elephant gift and played Cajun Christmas. The lunch was good along with the fun and fellowship. Those attending were Frances Schilling, Nell Smith, Sue Alford, Martha Miller, Fame Miller, Alyssa Sullivan, Janice Schilling, Evelyn Burch, Barbara Burch, Brenda Burch, Sheila Smith, Lois Thornton, Valeria Goings, Fluorine Sorrell, Willie Bea Schilling, Donna Whaley, and Melissa Spears.
Celebrating January birthdays include the following: my sister Lorell Morris, my great niece Ariel Seal, my cousin Herman Ingram, Gail Schilling Williams, Sue Alford, Charlie Burch, Bro. Dorrell Miller, Brittany Burch Lebo, Shira Story, Stone Guy, Linda Guy, Larry Guy, Braylon Garcia, Conner Mulina, Mason Cutrer, Albert Lebo, Chase Miller, Roland Burch, BlaikLynn Emerson Moore, Cindy McBeth, Raegan Smith, Kathy Dykes, David Harold Watson, Michael Foley Jr., Susan McNeese, Jerrie McNeese, and Victoria Rando. Have a blessed day.
We promoted the week of prayer for International Missions and the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering. The monies collected go to support the missionaries and their ministry in service for the Lord.
The D.A. Varnado Museum/Pioneer Christmas was held on the Washington Parish Fairgrounds the first weekend of December. Everyone enjoyed seeing the beautiful lighted Christmas parade on Saturday night. I went with Evelyn and the girls. We went to eat at Sheridan before the parade.
Several young ladies attended the Teddy Bear Tea. The time spent was enjoyable.
A brand-new year is here. Last year seemed to pass quickly and this year will probably be the same. I have thoroughly enjoyed visiting you every week. I count it a joy and blessing to be able to share my thoughts with you as you relax in your favorite chair/recliner each week. I look forward to visiting with you as the coming of a brand-new year, 2024. Let's keep in touch. Your friendly correspondent, Nell.
