By VERNA BROCK
Rain is promised, and we are all holding our breaths, hoping for a good drenching. The weather prognosticators say we should have a solid three days of showers, after a month of zero precipitation. I don’t know about you, but my yard is absolutely crispy-crunchy. Let it rain!
As I wrote before, we have officially entered the busy season. No matter your preference, I wager you can find something to whet your interest. The traffic safety committee met on Tuesday, and I am always very interested in plans for improving Wakulla County’s traffic flow and safety. You should rest assured, knowing many different entities are dedicated to making our drive time both safer and more efficient. Kudos to the Florida Highway Patrol, the Wakulla County Sheriff’s Office, the Wakulla County BOCC and Road Department, Florida Department of Transportation and citizen partners for all the great work they are doing. If you have any traffic concerns or suggestions, reach out to any of the folks listed. I promise, your ideas will be welcome.
When I served on the School Board, we often joked that Wakulla County is the Parade Capital of the World. Seriously, the county averages one parade a month, which is not a bad thing. So get ready folks! Parade season is also upon us, and one of my favorites is the Christmas Parade in Panacea. Be sure to make plans for a night-time parade this December.
I encourage you to check out one of Woodville’s best-kept secrets. Every second Sunday, the Woodville United Methodist Church hosts amazing musical performances, followed by a delicious fellowship supper. This past week Ed and I enjoyed performances by Darryl and David Langston, as well as the rest of their gospel group. If you appreciate old-timey, roots gospel and great fellowship, you NEED to come out next month on Sunday, Dec. 14th, at 6 p.m.! The special guests are traveling from Alabama, and are favorites with members. Be sure to put the date on your schedule right now.
Sadly, I was unable to participate in Wakulla County’s Veteran’s Day celebrations, due to a pulled muscle in my back. I have a talent for overdoing things, and that Friday was no exception. It would be helpful if my body could let me know to stop, BEFORE I injure myself. Oh, well, experience indicates that’s probably not going to happen.
Please keep Pastor Steve Montgomery in your prayers, as he continues to recover from his knee surgery. Like so many things, progress is often two steps forward, one step back. He is doing well over all, but prayer is always appreciated.
Please lift Clem Bunker, and her daughter Katie, in your prayers, as they both continue to recover from illness. Ms. Thelma Watts has returned home, following a stint of rehab. I think her favorite thing about being home is being with her little dog, Jazzie. As a pet lover myself, I can certainly relate.
Please continue to keep baby Bennie Mott in your prayers, as well as baby Sebastian Mosely-Bennett. Both little boys are growing as they fight what can be life-threatening conditions. Our prayers make a difference, and are deeply felt and appreciated by their families.
