December 2023

Ramona Faye Pratt

Our dear mother, Ramona Faye (Barnes) Pratt, 90, passed away Tuesday, December 5, 2023, in Mountain Home. She was born February 18, 1933, in Bona, Arkansas. Ramona was a loving daughter, mother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, grandmother and friend to many. In her younger days she was a beautician and an instructor. She loved doing hair, cooking, puzzles and crocheting. Ramona also had a garden all of her life, but her greatest pride was her family. She is preceded in death by her parents and a younger sister, Betty Ferguson.

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Roger Romine

Roger Dale Romine, 62, of Pocahontas passed away Friday, November 24, 2023 at Pocahontas Healthcare and Rehab Center. He was born August 27, 1961 in Pocahontas to Bobby and Mary Eubank Romine.

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Speaking French

Iderive much of my writing inspiration from daily observations and reading. Social media has become my primary source of material, where I often scroll through content or read attentively. Sometimes, I just glance and scroll, while other times, I read a post, pause, read it again and feel compelled to express my thoughts—usually spot on, obviously.

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Around the Kitchen Table with Nanny

Time goes by so fast. It’s time not only to start planning for parties, company and family, but also to get started making what you can to get a head start. Last week, I gave you some cookie recipes you can make ahead. This week, I am providing you with some good candy recipes. So, get ready, girls: it’s time to start getting busy so you can have everything perfect for your friends and family. Make it a Christmas they won’t forget.

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Life is a Journey

Mike was talking about his boat and mentioned using a power pole for shallow water and an anchor for deep water. I asked what his anchor was. He said “An anchor.” Duh, I know what it’s used for but what is it made from. My dad had a concrete block or a coffee can full of lead, etc. Wanted to know what he used for his. He said “It’s an anchor. You buy them in stores.” Oh well, Mr Fancy. Maybe I’ll look one up after my dinner with the King. Store bought anchor? Geeze… After a hectic day, I find sitting on the sofa curled up with a warm beverage, with all the lights off except for the twinkling Christmas tree, has a calming effect on me. I would practice this technique throughout the day after a stressful situation but I’m not sure how my clients would react finding me sitting in the dark in their homes... Cocoa anyone?

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Here &There

Fall is a favorite time for many. The gorgeous days of autumn are some of our best times spent outdoors. The weather is still mild, usually sunny. The leaves are mostly turned, yet you can still see spectacular or delicate color combinations without searching too hard.

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