Monthly Archives: May 2019

Decoration Day

Posted on May 19, 2019 by admin

Next weekend we celebrate what is now known as Memorial Day. But in the not so long ago, it was Decoration Day, at least in rural Texas. Today the holiday honors all those who lost their lives in defense of … Continue reading →

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Amazing Outcome

Posted on May 12, 2019 by admin

Last weekend we witnessed an extraordinary event, that is if you are a horse lover. On a sloppy track with rain pouring down, the first horse to cross the finish line at the 145th running of the Kentucky Derby was … Continue reading →

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Stormy Weather

Posted on May 5, 2019 by admin

The stormiest month in North Texas is May. We experienced that this week and will probably experience it more before June arrives. This year we are slightly behind in spring rainfall, so we can’t complain. Remember what droughts are like? … Continue reading →

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