Opinion

As we enter the month of October, Arkansas gears up to celebrate Arkansas Farm to School Month-a time dedicated to connecting schools, early childhood education sites, and various organizations with local farms to provide children with access to fresh, healthy food. This initiative is part of a nationwide effort to foster a deeper connection between communities and local food producers, enriching the lives of students and families alike.

Having reached the age that I outlived my parents, all of my uncles and aunts, and most of my first cousins, I reflect often upon their memories. This column will share those memories as family heritage pieces and as glimpses into a bygone culture.

We were talking last night about the time Mike had his 1985 Monte Carlo SS stolen in Memphis, back in the 90’s. A week later it was found stripped on the side of the road.

Letter to the Editor: On Sunday, September 15, 2024, my son, Rog, and I were traveling from Thayer Missouri to Kennett. We were traveling south on Arkansas Hwy 93 just a few miles south of Dalton, Arkansas. It was raining quite hard and as we rounded a tight curve, Rog’s truck went into a tailspin and we ended up bouncing off a stone wall facing in the opposite direction. We were wearing our seat belts and did not receive injuries.

I am not okay I’m barely getting by I’m losing track of days And losing sleep at night I am not okay I’m hanging on the rails So, if I say I’m fine Just know I learned to hide it well I know I can’t be the only one Who’s holding on for dear life But God knows, I know When it’s all said and done I’m not okay But it’s all gonna be alright - I Am Not Okay by Jelly Roll Last Sunday, I sent a message to one of my friends, just checking in on him because it had been a day or so since we last spoke. “I’ve had a very bad day,” he said.

Had a little trip this week to Rosemary Beach. 10 hour drive down of “That line is 7000 volts. That line is 20,000 volts.” And “That house would sell for a million in Pocahontas. That house would sell for blah blah blah…” Hot coffee and pastries delivered to our room every morning by the child, lots of walking, exploring, pool, beach and all the fresh seafood we could eat! Then 10 hours home of what a good time we had! We hit Havana Beach in The Pearl, La co, Pescado, Gallions, Stinky’s Fish Camp, LA CREMA tapas & chocolate and my favorite Restaurant Paradis!