Happy First Day of Fall

Yesterday here in Clinton, the wind blew and leaves were falling in preparation for the first day of fall; only problem it was 97 degrees.

Here's hoping that fall will bring much needed rain to our area; hasn't rained in about a month.

Joe "Pete" Walker

I want to express sympathy to Brenda and all of Mr. Walker's family. His obituary is in today's Journal.

Last Week's Tragic Event

Some of you may have read in the newspaper or seen on the news about Ethel Simpson, a member of our church, who met a young man at the local healthplex a week ago today, and sometimes Monday night, he apparently murdered her and dumped her body a few miles from here. Her body was not discovered until last Friday and hasn't been officially identified as of this morning, though we are all certain that the body found is hers. Ethel was a very nice lady who, at least, on that one occasion was too trusting and believed a criminal's hard luck story.

The man was arrested in Alabama driving her car and allegedly committed another murder and also stabbed a man who is in serious condition.

We are all shocked and saddened by this tragic occurrence. She was a fine Christian lady.

A Visit with Mrs. Gooch and Bobbie

Cathy Johnson Garrett and I had a nice visit with Mrs. Gooch and Bobbie Gooch Ward this afternoon. Mrs. Gooch looked great and was in good spirits; we shared a number of stories about Plantersville.

We talked with Bobbie about her daughter, Leigh Anne, and the tragic accident; Bobbie is an exceptional individual whose faith in God is helping her and her family survive the most difficult times anyone can face. Please keep the Gooch family in your thoughts and prayers.

Joys of Home Ownership

I have neglected this blog for past two weeks mainly due to the joys of home ownership. The last, I hope, repairman came yesterday. Had roof put on, dealt with two leaks causing attention to the carpet and had lights in kitchen fixed. I'm about ready to move into a cave.

Fall

On this Labor Day weekend, there's a hint of fall in the air; school is in full swing, and Carly, as are student across the state, is busy with her homework.

Yesterday, college football season begun, sorry about that you Ole Miss fans, and soon the leaves will be turning.

Seems that summer becomes shorter every year.