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CONTENTS October 2013

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What are you thankful for?

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Doing business with a quiet sense of purpose

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Hangin’ with the old days

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Livin’ with the new

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Remember Tom Wolfe Memorial

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AM SO HAPPY TO LIVE WHERE THERE

has thrived in this jungle of noxiousness. I have no

are seasons. As much as I hate to see summer

idea how a Mimosa came up, because there aren’t

leave us, I am relieved to have a break from

any Mimosa trees growing within miles of my yard.

the usual summer yard duties. The yard

However it came to be, it is the saving grace of my

has been mowed for the last time, edges

horrifying neglect. I love Mimosa trees, and always

have been trimmed, and anything I hoped to

wanted one – and this one just came to me. This

accomplish through the summer will just have to wait till

fall I will brush-hog the entire flower bed, lay down

spring. Except for taking care of this one problem.

landscape paper, pile high with wood chips and start

again. The Mimosa will be saved, and will become the

I have a perennial flower bed that has absolutely

gone wild this year. In the small area, which is not more than 200 square feet, there are several noxious weeds

star of this all-but-lost flower bed.

Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. It’s a nice time

growing with wreckless abandon. There is a huge clump

to reflect on the year and count blessings. As a gardener,

of Johnson grass covering up all of my irises, peppermint

it is fun to enjoy some of the bounty of our crops. On

has overtaken my lilies, a multiflora rose has drowned

Thanksgiving Day, isn’t it nice to enjoy a jar of strawberry

my once beautiful blue salvias, several large poke weeds

jam that was canned in the spring, or some corn-on-the-

have all but completely overcome my gorgeous maiden

cob that was frozen in July? Maybe enjoy a pumpkin

grass. I even have some kind of shrubby tree that keeps

pie from a pumpkin the kids grew in the back yard or a

suckering up, even though I have cut it back countless

turkey they bagged on the first day of turkey season? I’m

times! Trust me, it really does look as bad as it sounds.

thankful for so many things, all the big things, as well as

The only saving grace to this big mess is a beautiful Mimosa tree that came up a couple of years ago, and

the small things; like my Mimosa tree that came from nowhere. I wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving!

Sherry Tucker Take care now,

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WE askEd loCals:

What are you

Thankful for?

THANKSGIVING

For each new morning with its light, For rest and shelter of the night, For health and food, For love and friends, For everything Thy goodness sends.

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JEREMY ELLIOTT-ENGEL Goodman 4-H Youth Development Specialist, University of Missouri Extension “I’m thankful that I work with adults and youth that are passionate about improving themselves and their communities.”

PUMPKINS For pottage and puddings and custards and pies, our pumpkins and parsnips are common supplies, We have pumpkins at morning and pumpkins at noon, If it were not for pumpkins we should be undoon.

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WE GIVE THANKS our Father in heaven, We give thanks for the pleasure of gathering together for this occasion.

We give thanks for this food prepared by loving hands.

We give thanks for life, The freedom to enjoy it all and all other blessings. as we partake of this food, We pray for health and strength To carry on and try to live as You would have us.

This we ask in the name of Christ, our heavenly Father.

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JESS NICHOLS Exeter Able 2 Industries “I’m thankful for my salvation and my families. Every leaf on the trees, beautiful water, and all the beauty God has created.”

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JEREMIAH RITTENHOUSE, 16 Wheaton “I’m thankful for many, many things; so many things that listing them here would be impossible.

Foremost in my mind, when it comes to thankfulness, are my parents; they are responsible for so much of the happiness in my life. Perhaps the best way to feel just how lucky I am is to think about other people who aren’t as lucky as I am.”

JOSHUA RITTENHOUSE, 17 Wheaton “I’m thankful for all the caring people I know, especially my parents. All the activities that I am able to partake in; such as hunting, fishing, swimming and getting wood. The list could go on forever. It makes me thankful wwwwwwwwI live where I live.

Missouri is a beautiful place to live and I am proud to call it my home.”

WHITNEY CARTER Purdy Benton County Sheriff’s Department “I am thankful for living in such a beautiful part of this country.

It’s wonderful to be able to raise my children somewhere they can grow up to appreciate and love as much as I do.”

TODD SHUBERT Stotts City Missouri Farm Bureau Insurance Agent, Monett “I am thankful for my beautiful wife and seven wonderful children. I am thankful for the opportunities and blessings I have been given. I am thankful for a God who is merciful and a country where I am free.”

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BUD ROGERS Miller Southern Baptist pastor at Calvary Baptist Church in Exeter “I’m most thankful for a faithful, loving Saviour.

Who has continued to ‘look beyond my faults and see my need.”

KAYLA BRANSTETTER Wheaton Purdy High School english teacher “My family and I have experienced our share of adversities, but I am thankful for a loving and forgiving God who helped us through those difficult times.

With that said, I am extremely thankful for an amazing family and husband who continue to support me. In addition, I am thankful for my career, because I absolutely love my job. Overall, I feel extremely blessed to be surrounded by amazing people.”

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by Heather Gudenkauf REVIEWED BY KERRY MATTINGLY I’VE BEEN TOLD THAT I HAVE A KEEN sense of finding those books that have a twisted side of life in them. The kind of stories that grab you at the beginning and knock your socks off!

The Weight of Silence is just that book.

This debut novel, by Heather Gudenkauf, will grab you and not let go until the end, that is if you can stand to not read ahead.

The story starts out on a hot and humid day in a small college town in Iowa. Two families wake to find their worst nightmares have happened; their daughters are missing. Calli Clark, a sweet girl who hasn’t spoken a word since a tragic accident that occurred when she was a toddler, and Petra Gregory, who is Calli’s voice, have been friends for the last three years. Calli’s parents have a strained relationship, contributed by the alcohol and abusive behavior of her father. Petra’s family is idyllic in comparison. As the clock ticks, the girls never appear, and both families become unraveled while no one is above suspicion.

Calli’s mother, Antonia, leaped every hurdle to be the best mother she could, despite the abusive and mostly absent husband, Griff. Antonia’s fear is that her choice to stay in her marriage has now cost her the ultimate, her child’s life.

Petra’s family, whom Antonia will join forces in the search for their daughters, will discover family secrets that had been drowned in the weight of silence and were never meant to surface.

During the search through wooded areas, you will sense the confusion, the helplessness and the annoyance these parents face as they search for their daughters.

I found myself trying to solve the mystery, only to be proved wrong within a couple of pages.

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Heather’s writing style is so crisp that you can’t help but fall into the scene.

Each chapter she writes is from each character’s point of view. The characters are told in the third person and some others in the first person, but the flow of the book is spectacular!

As other characters, such as the Deputy Sheriff Louis, Ben, Calli’s brother and Martin Gregory, start to become more evident in the book, Heather begins to put the pieces together and the silent truth emerges.

This book is a repeat read. It made me want to wring my hands with anxiousness. I couldn’t read it fast enough.

Heather brings a bold and interesting look at families and the silence of their secrets.

Heather Guedenkauf writes this novel with ease, and the story flows from the first page to the last. The shift between characters is amazing and easy to follow. As Heather begins, you start to see the characters become reality, and you are thrust into the story line.

This young writer is on her way to becoming a well known author. Her two other books, These Things Hidden and One Breathe Away, are just as captivating as The Weight of Silence.

Kerry Mattingly lives in Exeter, with her husband Rod and two daughters, Logan and Jolie. She is an avid reader, enjoying varying styles of writing, including fiction and non-fiction. She especially enjoys books that have a heart-stopping storyline. Kerry enjoys cheering for the Exeter Tigers, and is active on the Exeter R-6 school board, and the Calvary Baptist Church youth group.

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Next time you pass the corner of Commercial and Front Street in Exeter, take a moment to reflect on the fact that each of the businesses you see are owned, operated or managed by women.

In fact, the combined number of years that these women have quietly conducted business in this area exceeds 130 years.

DOING BUSINESS with a quiet sense of purpose

BY KERRY PAT RICK H AY S

JENNY THOMAS AND SUSAN Fields met several years ago when their children started school together and Jenny coached softball with Susan’s husband. At the time, Susan was working at Fasco and Jenny worked at Justin Boots for a while, but then babysat so that she could be at home with her kids. Jenny began sewing and selling craft items from her home as her kids grew older.

“Susan had seen my little shop I had at my home, and she said, ‘You need to be in town,’” said Jenny, who partnered with Susan, and started J and S Floral, Bakery and Gifts in November of 2000.

The space they purchased had originally been a small engine repair shop and it took months for the women to clean the buildings out. Family and friends helped with the renovations.

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lived from the day we took possession until the day we opened,” stated Jenny. “Susan was still working at Fasco part of the time, and I would fix supper for everybody, and we’d bring it up here and eat and

work every evening cleaning the buildings out.”

Jenny credits her father with coming up with the idea for covering the ceiling with tin, which was open to the elements when they first took possession

of the buildings. Twelve truckloads of refuse would be taken to the dump by the time the improvements would be completed.

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“We had banks that wouldn’t give us a loan because we were women and because we were in Exeter.”

“Owning your own business is At the end of not all sugar and spice and a November, Jenny and bed of roses. It’s almost like Susan will celebrate 13 we’re running a home. You years of doing business in have to have certain things to the community. Each has run your home just like you their specialties, and each brings their own special have to have certain things to talents to the venture. run your business.”

“The day before -- SUSAN FIELDS Thanksgiving I usually come in Susan remembers that at 2:00 o’clock in the morning both woman faced a bit of to start all the pies because skepticism from some people in we’ve got so many to make,” the community because of their said Susan, the baker in this gender and the location of their enterprise whose business business. is primarily generated from We had people tell us that special orders. it would never work, that it Baked goods that are wouldn’t last a year,” said Susan. of money to go on,” said Jenny.

“We just found ways to get it done.”

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provided include breads, pies, cakes and several types of cookies. Also provided are candy trays, pop baskets, fudges and clusters. Items are made

available based upon the season with some products, such as chocolate chip cookies, made throughout the year. Susan is quick to note that baked items

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Alma Robbins is the matriarch of the women business owners having operated her store for over 39 years. Originally a clothing store, Alma changed her focus to selling antiques and collectibles about 12 years ago.

“I started out with the Levi store, that’s what I called it, because that’s what I mostly sold for 27½ years,” said Robbins, who has had no issues with being a woman business owner in the community.

Alma comes from a large farm family of 10 children. At the age of 16 she approached her father and requested that she be allowed to attend high school and eventually college. Alma offered to leave home and find a job in Cassville when her father informed her that the money just wasn’t available.

Alma got a job in Cassville working at Robbie’s Café as a waitress. She got her own apartment and made $17.50 a week, working 10-12 hours a day.

“I had saved the tips I had gotten as a waitress and called the electric company and got electricity for my mom and dad because they never it before,” said Alma, who eventually graduated from high school with honors.

A & W is named after Alma and her first husband, Webb Edie, who assisted her with the business while he was alive. Alma has since remarried and her husband, Marlan, is very supportive of her business venture.

A & W will celebrate 40 years of business in April 2014. Alma is planning a variety of specials and half price sales between now and then.

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Cheryl Lee Calla Bacon C & C COUNTRY STORE

Cheryl Lee and Calla Bacon met several years ago through their husbands who were slightly related to each other. Cheryl worked at the Barry County Farmers Co-Op for over 30 years as a secretary/bookkeeper, while Calla worked at Fasco in a variety of positions for about 28 years. Over time a deep friendship developed that evolved into a desire to try something different.

“We were just talking one day. We had been in our jobs for a long time and thought, wouldn’t it be nice to be in business for ourselves,” said Cheryl.

Both women knew that the space was available and each of them saw a need for a grocery store in Exeter. They received little financial support from the first bank they approached, but were able to get a loan from the second. They paid for a lot of the initial renovations with their own money.

“We bought the building and the equipment that was in it,” said Cheryl, “and we spent 6-7 months renovating it before we quit our jobs and opened the store.”

During renovations Cheryl and Calla tried to save as much of the original structures as possible. The ceiling, built in 1928, is still in place and wood from the meat locker was re-varnished and used above the front counter.

The business opened in July, 2005, and the community response was very encouraging.

“There were a lot of people that were glad that we were opening a grocery store,” said Cheryl, “they liked the idea of having a grocery store in town.”

When the supercenter opened in Cassville and hurt their business, Cheryl and Calla added breakfast service to meet the requests made by their regular customers. C & C Country Store currently offers a breakfast and lunch, with a lunch special everyday.

Calla also provides catering when requested.

Everything in the store is prepared on an old four-burner stove, a crock-pot, and a roaster.

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“When we opened, we didn’t plan on doing all the cooking that we actually have been doing,” said Cheryl, who admits that providing these services helps them financially.

They still have difficulties with an occasional vendor who wants to select items for them to sell, in spite of having become wellestablished businesswomen. Other vendors have provided valuable insights that have helped the business.

“We do have vendors that are very helpful too,” said Cheryl, “we have a meat vendor that suggests things that we might want to try for our lunch special.”

Both women appreciate the support from the community, and the willingness shown by their customers to help out when needed.

It’s just that type of environment that if they can do anything to help you they will,” said Cheryl. “Our friends, family and the community are the reason that we’re still here.”

are prepared with her own special touch.

Pies are made from scratch with the crust prepared in-house. Susan makes the cakes, while Jenny provides the decorating. Cooperation is an important part of the operation for both women, with Valentines Day offering its own particular set of challenges.

“I do as much as I can ahead of time, but it’s difficult when you want to provide fresh flowers,” stated Jenny, who runs the floral shop and regularly relies on Susan to make deliveries.

Jenny also provides materials and offers ideas as a decorator. The shop is decorated based upon the season, and after nearly 13 years of business she is still passionate about her work.

“We’ve got a design shop we go to in Springfield, and I’ll

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take a look at some of their designs, their ideas on what they make,” said Jenny. “In the back of mind I’m thinking, now what if I go back to the shop and make something similar, but make it my own.”

The floral business is cyclical and the shop is dressed up to reflect the season.

Jenny decorates for spring, Valentines Day, 4th of July, fall and Christmas. Currently the shop is decorated for fall with an open house scheduled for the third Saturday in November to unveil their Christmas decorations.

“We open at eight in the morning and we have people waiting for us to unlock the door,” said Susan, who also mentioned that the event includes “food, refreshments, door prizes and lots of fun!”

Jenny and Susan estimate that they work an average of 50

Wilda Lee has lived in the area her entire life, and she is actually the youngest sister of Alma Robbins, who owns and operates A & W Flea Market. She credits her sister with being her inspiration for becoming a woman business owner. Wilda has been in the consignment business for over 16 years and she originally took over a space that had been a video store.

“I do enjoy offering people something they need, and they don’t have to pay a big price for it,” said Wilda, who had over 1,000 consigners in her first month of operation.

Lee provides consigners a sliding scale of return based upon the amount of time an item remains in her store. If an item remains in her store longer than 120 days, Lee will donate the item to a local charity.

When Wilda first started her business she had very little competition from other consignment stores. She welcomes the competition from other stores in the area that have arisen since that time.

“I’m one of those people who thinks competition helps,” said Wilda who works at nurturing a relationship of mutual cooperation with other storeowners.

Space is limited at the store and providing all the items she’s been offered has been her biggest challenge.

“It’s not a big money making business, but I’ve been able to help pay the bills,” said Wilda, who enjoys the relationships she’s developed with customers and friends over the years.

“I probably have just as many friends that come by and say ‘hi’ as I do customers and that’s ok because that helps too,” said Wilda.

to 60 hours a week throughout the year. Family and friends still provide support, and the business has become well established within the community. Both women take great pride in their store and choose to operate on a daily basis with a quiet sense of purpose.

“Owning your own business is not all sugar and

spice and a bed of roses,” said Susan. “It’s almost like we’re running a home. You have to have certain things to run your home just like you have to have certain things to run your business.”

Orders can be made from J & S Floral, Bakery and Gifts by calling (417) 835-2325.

Linda Tichenor was born and raised in the area and attended Exeter schools as a child. She has been conducting business in Exeter for 25 years and is the sole proprietor of the gas station, convenience store, car wash, and auto parts store.

Prior to returning to Exeter, Linda operated a similar business in Wheaton. She also has experience as a secretary, bookkeeper, and part-time teacher with the Rocky Comfort school district.

Linda believes that the most important skills she can offer to her customers, as a woman business owner, are friendliness and patience. She has had no difficulties operating businesses traditionally owned by men, and has gained the respect of the community and peers.

“Linda is one of the few business owners I know, male or female, that really knows how to run a business,” said Ken Lapschar who was delivering product from a vendor at the time this interview was conducted.

The unique situation of having almost all of the businesses in town owned by women is something that Linda thinks adds to the stability of the area. She appreciates living in such a friendly town and knows that help will always be available when needed.

“It is a friendly town. Everybody knows each other, if we need something we’ll call on each other,” Linda said.

“Any of us ladies could call on any other one if we needed help and there would be no questions asked, we’d be there.”

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Sally Reinhardt is a transplant from the big city of St. Louis, who now lives in Monett with her husband. Sally said it was strictly by accident or fate that she ended up living in Monett. “I never imagined I would one day be living in the Ozarks, much less enjoying the opportunity to share my writings,” said Sally. “This, of course, just proves it is best to keep life’s options open. I have found here an entirely new outlook and a new set of sights, sounds and friendships.”

DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY 37 THE other day a truck passed myself and three other cars, speeding by us in a no-passing zone. In order to avoid a collision with a vehicle coming in the opposite direction, we all quickly applied our brakes, allowing the truck room to maneuver around us. After passing, the truck immediately made a left turn and pulled into a driveway. My anger rose to the surface, and I turned around to confront the driver. When I questioned him about the sanity of his driving, he was completely oblivious to what had just transpired. Recalling Philippines 2:5, “Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus,” I held back any angry remarks.

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It demonstrates and brings to mind the fact that life is always presenting itself with lessons to be learned. Contentment instructs us that one must learn to live in a world different from where we are. No matter the circumstances, true freedom comes from finding peace within. I once read that the art of being wise comes from knowing what to overlook! That philosophy has staved off my discontent many times over; learning that the enrichment of my life begins within me. As I recognize this fact, I am enthused about being totally alive in spirit, mind and body.

Proverb 1:5 – “A wise man will hear and will increase his learning.”

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LOVIN’LIFE

Lovin’ life after 55

This season of the year is one that I look forward to with anticipation. Thoughts of the winter cold might loom close at hand, but it does not diminish the homage due the glory of change. Relax and enjoy; staying home in your mind by laying aside your to do list and other people’s opinions. As the years accumulate, getting in a dither over details seems counter productive and the dearer God’s presence and direction becomes.

This observation also holds true in absorbing and understanding that our friendships change as we “follow the yellow brick road” to maturity. Following this road we are introduced to new circumstances and people that highlight our day by sharing their journey, forming a relationship and understanding what rekindles memories that take us to another dimension in life.

I have been reading a book titled, “You’re Not Old Until You’re Ninety,” by Rebecca Latimer. It demonstrates a way to live life to the fullest, at any age. If I may quote a line or two from the book -- “You may think that your muscles weaken with the years, but not nearly as much from age as from not being used,” which applies to mental and spiritual muscles as well.

Some say life is too short, others that it is too long. What really matters is not the length, but the hearts of those we touch.

A suggestion to keep in mind: If you find yourself stressed and looking for a helpful change of attitude, remember “desserts” is stressed spelled backwards. For each new day in our pilgrimage through life, be sure to take along curiosity and enthusiasm.

Remember to forget the troubles that pass your way; but never forget the blessings that come each day.

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F From Ozarks native son, to songwriter and singer, Eddy Asher has lived every mile he’s traveled.

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HANGIN’ WITH THE OLD WAYS Livin’ with the new...

STORY BY SHERRY TUCKER | PHOTOS BY KERRY HAYS Eddy grew up in Cape Fair, with his mother, father and seven siblings down Flat Creek road and across the Flat Creek.

Both sets of grandparents lived within a few miles; his mother’s mom and dad, Ed and Gertrude Henson, lived in the house that he and Linda have lived in and raised their family. “My mom grew up here, she was a Henson, and her mother was a Taylor. Her father, Zachariah Henson, married Armelia Williams from Kentucky. My granddad’s (Henson) mother was a Baker.” Even the Taylors lived near Cape Fair. Eddy’s grandmother was Ruth, and she was a historian and wrote for the local paper. Eddy’s love of family history and ability to remember names and homeplaces of even family members several generations removed from him undoubtedly came from his grandmother’s genes.

On his father’s side of the family, the Ashers, are Ely and Clara. His grandmother was a Bennett, and his Granddad’s mother was a Baker from the

EDDY, ALONG WITH SWEETHEART, LINDA, AND THEIR CHILDREN, HAVE LIVED IN THE HOME THAT IS ROOTED IN EDDY’S HERITAGE FOR 135 YEARS.

Galena area, “All the Ashers and Bennetts were farmers.” This heritage of farming lives in Eddy to this day, as he still maintains a beef herd on the family property. “My grandmother, Clara, was a Butler. Her father, Thomas Butler, came from Tennessee. He rode down the river with his two aunts and lived in a settlement in Verona.

He married a Hilton, who is related to all the Hiltons.” Eddy still keeps horses that are descended from horses raised

in the Ozarks by his Butler ancestors. “They were from Stone County at Slick Rock, and they worked with horses there; they are Fox Trotters.”

“My dad’s parents raised cattle and lived on Dry Creek.

I remember when I was little, most of the time we’d go to town in the wagon pulled with mules. About every other week I would go with them,” Eddy said. “I also remember when they got their first pickup in 1950.”

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Eddy’s dad was a progressive farmer during the 50s. “We were probably the first people to irrigate from the James River. We went to California in 1957 to see how the farmers irrigated.

Dad came home with a lot of ideas.” Eddy continued, “Dad immediately bought an irrigation system when we got back from California. He put a gas-run pump on the back of a 4x4 Army truck and a mile of irrigation piping. He said that we could grow anything that California could grow.” With the truck, the pump could be taken to the closest water necessary for whatever crop needed watered, which was necessary with the fluctuation of water levels in the river, “You could back that truck down to wherever the water was,” he said.

Besides field crops of barley, the Ashers were largescale vegetable growers, “We had 40 acres of strawberries, and another 40 acres of cucumbers, green beans, watermelon and mushmelons.”

Eddy said, “Strawberry season was a busy time. We hauled the strawberries every other night to Pittsburg, Kan. Fadlers produce was there. That was a big food broker that sold to a lot of grocery stores. During strawberry picking time, we’d go to Galena and Cape Fair and pick up a load of pickers. On the way home, we would stop at the store and everyone would buy a pint of ice cream.”

[ ] In Cape Fair, Eddy’s family grew and

spread. Many locals are acquainted with the area known as, “Asher’s

Cane Bottom.” Eddy explains, “That

was Mom and Dad’s place, down in the bottom of their property was

this huge cane thicket. It was over on Flat Creek, before the lake came in.”

THIS GIBSON WAS ALREADY WELL USED BEFORE IT LANDED IN EDDY’S HANDS AND BECAME A WOODEN SCRAPBOOK OF HIS MANY MUSICAL ADVENTURES.

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Music in his blood “My mother played piano and we sang probably about every day,” Eddy said about growing up with music. “I bought my first guitar in Altus, Okla., at a pawn shop. I was out in the wheat harvest, and I was 16 years old.” With that first guitar, Eddy learned the basics, “A book came with it, ‘How to

Play Guitar in Five Minutes,’ and it took me longer than that,” he said as he chuckled.

“I was 20 years old, or maybe 21, and I bought my first Gibson guitar at a pawn shop,” Eddy explained, “the front was all sunken in, but the tone was good. I asked him how much, and he said, ‘50 bucks,’ and I

bought it. I put a hummingbird pick plate where it was damaged, and through the years, all kinds of entertainers have signed it.” He then rattled off quite a few singers that he had met through the years, and had signed his guitar. Some of the signatures wore off before he could seal them with enamel,

NOT ONLY IS HE GIFTED WITH A SMOOTH RESONATING VOICE, EDDY ALSO TAUGHT HIMSELF TO YODEL AND VOCALIZE AN OLD STEAM TRAIN WHISTLE, WHICH IS NOT AN EASY FEAT!

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but other signatures have taken their place. Autographs include, Conway Twitty, Ed Bruce, Tom T. Hall, Leona Williams, Dale Reaves, Wayne Carson and Ernest Tubb, among others.

As a young adult, Eddy started playing for people, “I got my first job at the Shamrock Tavern in Galena. We got paid $5 a night starting out.” Eddy pretty quickly started playing and singing at the Eureka Springs Opry, then became an opening act, “They had a ‘Hee Haw’ show north of Branson, and I started opening for some big entertainers there.” He has met and enjoyed playing with a lot of country music legends, “Dale Reeves was one of the most wonderful guys I will ever meet, and so was Tom T Hall.”

Eddy started writing songs and music, and in the ‘60s he recorded three LP’s, and two singles on vinyl. Since then he has continued publishing songs, and is even now working on a new CD with Mike McGee of Limestone Records in Dadeville, “Mike McGee is one of the top steel guitar players in the nation.” Titles that are currently available on CD include, “Love is a Dance” and “The Klasics,” which are full of original music and songs from well-known writers that Eddy has been acquainted with.

Though Eddy has spent a lot of his time traveling to sing all over the country, and regularly visits Nashville, he raised a family with his Louisianan wife, Linda, has stayed close to family and community, and kept the farm. Besides all that, he has had a career of 30 years as manager with the J. C. Penney Corporation construction service.

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HE SKY COULDN’T HAVE BEEN ANY BLUER.

After a morning of dreary showers, it was a welcome sight to the organizers of the Tom Wolfe Memorial Post #4207’s annual Prisoners of War/Missing in Action Remembrance Ceremony as they gathered in the IOOF Cemetery to honor our nation’s heroes.

To be honest, I was there not to remember, but to record. The Purdy High School Choir was honored with an invitation to sing the national anthem at the event, an honor they have received and accepted for the past four years. I filmed them as their voices lifted in tribute to our country, but I found both my eyes and my mind wandering. What was the significance of this annual event? What was the story behind the lone, black cloth-laden table and empty chair displayed near one of the gravestones? To whom did the stone belong, and what was his story? The answers unfolded slowly, as the ceremony progressed and in the days following its conclusion.

I invite you to stroll with me through the IOOF Cemetery, feel the gentle fall breeze caress your cheek and listen as VFW Auxiliary President Kim Clay recites the POW/ MIA Ceremony and VFW and auxiliary members pay symbolic tribute to their comrades. I invite you to remember.

The Flag of the United States reflects our imprisoned and missing comrades.The red stripes reflect their courage and willingness to sacrifice, even their lives, if necessary.The red of our country’s flag has been made redder by their heroism.

According to the Defense Prisoner of War and Missing Personnel Office (www.dtic.mil/dpmo), over 83,000 Americans remain missing from World War II, the Korean War, the Cold War, the Vietnam War and the 1991 Gulf War. Among them is the man for whom the Monett VFW is named – Air Force Captain Thomas Hubert Wolfe. Captain Wolfe’s name appears on the National Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and a stone bearing the same rests in Monett’s IOOF Cemetery and serves as the focal point of the POW/MIA Remembrance Ceremony.

His physical remains lie yet in a minefield in Laos.

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by walking down a memory lane filled with joy and laughter, tears and loss. Margaret Wolfe Salsman grew up idolizing her older brother, who became a father figure to her after her dad died when she was only seven years old. “Tom was my mother’s rock during that time. He took over the responsibilities of head of the family when Dad died.”

In describing Tom’s personality Margaret noted, “He was very kind, a bit soft-spoken. He was a leader. My mom often told the story about how Tom, as a child, used to run around the house with a toy airplane in his hand, pretending to fly.

His dream since childhood was to become a pilot.”

A TABLE SET FOR A MISSING HERO

Italicized sections are excerpts from the official POW/MIA Remembrance Ceremony. The author wishes to thank the Tom Wolfe Memorial Post #4207 for allowing her to use them in this article.

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R men to go into battle without offering to do the same. He volunteered to serve in Vietnam.”

Tom was sent to Vietnam in March of 1966. He was a 28-year-old husband and father of a four year-old and a six monthold. Barbara and the girls moved back to Monett during Tom’s time in Vietnam. Tom wrote letters to his family, maintaining a bond that time and distance could not sever. Those letters remain a treasured family heirloom in the safe keeping of one of Tom’s daughters.

On June 28, 1966, the unthinkable occurred. Twenty-one-year-old Margaret received word that her brother’s plane had been shot down. “I was in shock. I always thought that my brother would come home.

I just never doubted it. His life was ended so abruptly.”

A lemon slice on the bread plate is to remind us of the bitter fate of those captured and missing in a foreign land. A pinch of salt recalls the tears endured by those missing and their families who seek answers.The Bible represents the strength gained through faith to sustain those lost from our country, which was founded as one nation, under God. Remember . . .

AIR FORCE CAPTAIN THOMAS HUBERT WOLFE

After graduating from Monett High School, Tom gave college a try, but he couldn’t shake the flyboy bug. He enlisted in the cadet program in the United States Air Force with the goal of becoming an aeronautical engineer. He eventually became an Air Force pilot, achieving his boyhood dream.

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During this time, Tom married his high school sweetheart, Barbara McShane. Tom and Barbara welcomed two daughters into their family, Elizabeth and Valarie.

The family lived in Texas, where Tom was stationed and became a pilot instructor.

Tom spent his days in Texas training young men who would soon be sent to Vietnam to fly missions in an unimaginably hostile environment. Margaret reflected, “He decided that he could no longer train young

The family was informed that Tom did not fly in his usual plane that day. Instead, he flew a reconnaissance mission over the Ho Chi Minh Trail in Laos, a mission for which he volunteered because he was more familiar with the area than the other pilots.

“They were shot down. No parachutes were seen. They were not able to eject.” Tom’s remains were not recovered, but he was presumed dead. “I hung onto hope for a little while that Tom could still be alive, but that didn’t last. I finally had to accept that he was gone. I knew that my brother was a man of faith. Tom was prepared to die, and CONNECTION MAGAZINE | 25

he died doing what he loved. Knowing that brought enormous comfort.”

Several months ago, Margaret received a surprise visitor at her place of employment, the Monett License Office.

“A gentleman came into town, went to the VFW and asked if Tom Wolfe had any relatives in the area. They sent him to see me at the license office. He said, ‘I know you don’t know me, but I knew your brother, Tom.’ Zach Pryse spent the last night of Tom’s life with him.”

The single red rose in a vase is there as a reminder of the lives of each of the missing and their loved ones who keep the faith, still waiting for answers.The red ribbon tied around the vase shows our continued determination to account for the missing. Remember . . .

Margaret continued, “Years ago, I got connected with a POW/MIA group that worked together with the Defense Department to try and recover Tom’s body, but it took many years even to get permission to go into Laos. Recovery of remains in Laos is very difficult due to the live ammunition still in existence across the countryside. However, the plane crash site had been detected. About 13 years ago, they asked our family for a DNA blood sample, which my daughter Dana provided, but unfortunately, to date no remains have been recovered to compare it. They have been unable to visit the crash site due to the live ammunition in the area. The organization has lost teams of people in attempting to recover remains from Laos.”

Zach Pryse reviewed the declassified information in Margaret’s possession and took up the cause of seeking Tom’s remains. “He was very dismayed that they had not been able to recover anything.

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MEMBERS OF THE TOM WOLFE MEMORIAL VFW POST 4207 WELCOME THE PURDY HIGH SCHOOL CHOIR FOR A PRE-CEREMONY DINNER. PICTURED LEFT TO RIGHT ARE: FRONT ROW: ULYSSA MARTINEZ, KATHERINE WISE, EMILY WOLF, MORGAN GRISSOM, ELIZABETH MOORE, ALISSA GRAHAM, BRAYDEN JONES, TANNER MARSHALL, ANDREW McCORMICK, YANETH MARTINEZ, ANGELIKA SEHRBROCK AND GEORGIE PETERSON. SECOND ROW: ELLA WITHNELL, MARY THURMAN, DICK GIBSON, KIM CLAY, GREG BRATTIN, AMBER WHITE, LAJEAN MORRIS, BILL COOPER AND PURDY VOCAL MUSIC INSTRUCTOR LAUREN LEE. THIRD ROW: LEO MORRIS, TOM ADAMS, KEN MADISON, DAVID THURMAN, NORM SHEPARD, KARYN SHEPARD, THERESA MILLARD AND JEANIE LAMP.

be recovered, but the case is still open.

The State Department and the POW/ MIA office say they won’t give up until everything is recovered. Receiving Tom’s remains would be a form of closure for us, but at the same time, we have accepted the reality of the situation.” Tom’s eldest daughter, Elizabeth, remains in contact with Pryse, who continues to pursue the return of Tom’s remains.

An inverted glass symbolizes their inability to share in the day’s toast. Remember . . .

In the meantime, Margaret continues to honor Tom’s life. “We keep Tom’s memory alive in the family by telling stories and sharing memories. I’ve told my own children what a wonderful man my brother was. Tom was a man of principle. He chose what he wanted to do, pursued it and never

looked back. I remember Tom as my brother and as a true American hero.”

The Wolfe family is in the process of moving Tom’s memorial stone to lie next to that of his brother, who recently passed away. The move should be accomplished in the next month or so. Next year’s POW/ MIA Remembrance Ceremony likely will take place in this new location. I plan to be there to honor Tom and the thousands like him who gave all for a nation that never had the opportunity to welcome them home and thank them. I will be there to remember.

The chair remains empty to express their absence; they are not here with us tonight. Let us remember . . . remember they were Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines and Guardsmen.We depended upon them for their might.

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By Nancy Ridgley Sometimes healthy foods have a perceived higher cost relative to other foods. For this reason, I have included information about vegetables and how to choose the most nutritious for the least amount of money.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture conducted a study to identify which vegetables, including juices and soups, provide the most nutrients per unit of cost. The study used nine nutrients to emphasize in your diet: protein, fiber, Vitamins A, C, and E, Calcium, iron, magnesium, and potassium; and three nutrients to avoid in your diet, saturated fat, added sugar, and sodium.

Results showed that tomato juices and tomato soups, dark green leafy and non-leafy vegetables, and deep yellow vegetables including sweet potatoes had the highest Nutrient Rich Food

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(NRF) score. The vegetables with the highest NRF score and also the most affordable per dollar were sweet potatoes, white potatoes, tomato juices and tomato soups, carrots, and broccoli.

Also interesting to note, vegetables, when compared with all the other major food groups, had significantly higher NRF scores than every other major food group except the fruit group and the dry beans, legumes, nuts and seeds group.

This all makes perfect sense and confirms what we have been telling our patients for years. Eat more plants based foods, less animal foods and certainly less processed foods.

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Ingredients: 2 tbls. unsalted butter 1 lb. carrots, grated on large holes of box grater 2 tbls. fresh ginger, grated Black pepper and fine sea salt Directions: 1. Melt butter in large saucepan over medium-low heat. Add carrots, ginger, and 1-1/4 tsp salt, and cook until carrots are just crisp-tender, about 8 minutes.

2. Add water and bring to a boil. Reduce to a strong simmer, and cook carrot mixture for 7 minutes.

3. Working in batches, puree ingredients in a blender until smooth. Return to the saucepan and season with salt and pepper to taste. Rewarm the soup before serving. Serves 4.

Calories: 100 Total fat 6 g Sat fat: 3.5 g Sodium 810 mg total carbohydrate: 11 g ďŹ ber: 3 g protein 1 g

Nancy Ridgley, RD, LD, CDE, is a registered and licensed dietitian, certified diabetes educator, a Mad Dogg-certified spinning instructor and director of community wellness at Cox Monett Hospital. She also holds certifications in adult weight management and childhood and adolescent weight management. The mother of three enjoys spinning, reading, Mizzou football, travel, spending time with her children and extended family and having coffee with friends. For more information about wellness and living a healthy lifestyle, check out Cox Monett Hospital’s wellness blog at www.realwellnessforrealpeople.blogspot.com.

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STORY AND PHOTOS BY STEVEN CHAPMAN

ON AUGUST 10, 1861, THE FIRST MAJOR CIVIL WAR BATTLE west of the Mississippi River was fought at Wilson’s Creek, 10 miles southwest of Springfield, Missouri. This year, several volunteers gathered at the site of the conflict, Wilson’s Creek National Park, to help commemorate the 152nd anniversary of the battle by demonstrating, among other things, the firing of Civil War era cannons. One of those volunteers was a Marionville resident named Kirk Singleton.

Singleton has been a volunteer at the park for about 12 years.

He said there were multiple reasons he chose to become a volunteer.

“I’ve always had an interest in the Civil War and war history, and I had a great-grandfather who fought in the Civil War from Pennsylvania; he fought in the battles back east.” His strongest reason for volunteering, however, may be due to his own military service.

“I’m a veteran myself,” he said, “of the war in Iraq, so I think it’s very important to share with the public the sacrifices soldiers make.”

Singleton started to volunteer at the park back in 2001, when he began to work there. “I was seasonal staff here; that’s how I got involved,” he said. “I’m also a member of the Sons of Union Veterans… we meet here at the park. Anyone can join, as long as they have a family member that fought in the Civil War for the Union side.”

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ABOUT WILSON’S CREEK The Battle of Wilson’s Creek began before dawn on August 10, 1861, when 4,200 Union soldiers under the command of Brigadier General Nathaniel Lyon launched a surprise attack on 12,000 Confederate soldiers camped along Wilson’s Creek under the command of Major General Sterling “Pap” Price. (Interestingly enough, the Confederates had planned their own surprise attack on Lyon, but had been forced to cancel due to an early evening shower on August 9).

Lyon’s strategy was to use a two-prong attack; he had command of 3,000 men who took position on what is now known as “Bloody Hill.” At the same time, his executive officer, Colonel Franz Siegel, led a force of 1,200 men onto a ridge overlooking the Confederate campsite opposite of Lyon’s position. Both forces opened fire on the Confederates at the same time. The Union troops held the advantage at first, but a counter-attack sent Siegel’s men to flight, and the battle was ultimately a Confederate victory.

The battle was of historical significance for a number of reasons. One was, due to the number of men involved, the battle was the first major conflict of the war west of the Mississippi. Another was that General Lyon was killed during the battle, making him the first Union general to die in battle during the war. Finally, though the battle was a Confederate victory, Lyon’s forces inflicted enough damage on the Confederates to keep Missouri in the Union. At this time, Missouri was the third most fought over state in the war.

Today, the site of the battle is a national park located at the intersection of Farm Road 182 and Highway ZZ east of Republic. At the park, visitors can see Civil War artifacts, an interactive battle map, and a short film in a museum at the entrance to the park. The museum also houses a library, which allows visitors to research the battle or other historical events from the time period.

In the park itself, a five-mile stretch of road loops through the park. This allows visitors to drive, bike or walk to many of the sites of the battle including the Ray house, which is the only structure from the time period still standing and is periodically open to those who wish to enter. A variety of other non-paved trails allow for hiking and horseback riding throughout the park.

The park also hosts reenactment of the battle, moonlight tours, which give visitors an idea of what happened the evening following the battle, and demonstrations in the use of weapons such as cannons and small arms. On October 19, Wilson’s Creek hosted the first ever “Bloody Hill Run,” which included an 8-K run and a one-mile walk/run competition.

For more information about the park, including directions to the park, park hours and dates and times for future events, call 417-7322662 or go online to www. nps.gov/wicr/index.htm.

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At most demonstrations, Singleton usually portrays a Union solider, but for this year’s demonstration, he switched sides; he and the rest of his fellow volunteers portrayed members of the Missouri State Guard, which fought on the side of the Confederates during the battle. “This is a special Missouri State Guard weekend,” Singleton explained. He added that the reason for the change was to add some variety to the program.

When firing a Civil War-era cannon, there is a procedure to be followed, which help ensure not only that the cannon fires effectively, but also to ensure the safety of those involved. Singleton explained the steps of the process. “The first step is to run the sponge rammer (A long pole with a large sponge on one end that’s been soaked in water) down the bore (barrel) to put out any embers that might be left from the firing previously,” he said. “You don’t want to load a round in when there might still be hot embers in there. So we swab out the bore.

“The gunner will aim the cannon from the rear…and then we’ll have a soldier bring the round up and we load it into the muzzle.

Then he’ll shove it all the way to the rear (of the barrel). We’ll have a man puncture the powder with a priming wire…then hook the lanyard up and the gun is ready. When both

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of them are set (there were two cannons fired at the demonstration), the command of the gunner is ‘fire.’ The cannon fires, then we repeat the process.” It takes five men comprise a gun crew for each cannon.

Asked about his role in his crew, Singleton said he is “the one who pulls the lanyard.”

Cannons might be fun to fire, but like any gun, they must be cleaned after use to be kept in working order. Singleton says that, with certain exceptions, the cleaning of the cannons used in the demonstration is similar to cleaning any other firearm.

“For the cleaning, put fresh water in the sponge bucket,” he said, “swab the bore with water and dish soap a couple of times until the bore is clean. And then we try to polish the barrel. They are made of bronze, so they tend to corrode and discolor. Other than that, the cleaning is pretty much like cleaning any rifle.”

In addition to caution when firing the cannons, another safety concern for volunteers can be the heat. Wearing heavy woolen uniforms in the August sun can put one at risk for dehydration. According to Singleton, volunteers take steps to avoid this. “We always have to drink plenty of water, and we try to get in the shade between firings,” he said. “It does get kind of hot from time to time.”

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For those interested in volunteering at the battlefield, Singleton says there are numerous options. “Every spring, we have a volunteer meeting, and the public is invited to come out and find out about volunteer opportunities that the park offers. And they do different training for the cannons, for

the trail patrol, or for the horses. There are just a lot of volunteer opportunities.”

For his part, Singleton plans to continue volunteering for as long as possible. “It’s a good way to keep history alive,” he said.

Interested in volunteering?

Wilson’s Creek employs a number of volunteers each year in a large variety of fields. Living history volunteers like Kirk Singleton dress in clothing that are replicas of the clothes worn in 1861, and they provide demonstrations on the firing of cannons, rifles, and give guided tours of the Ray house, the only structure from the battle that still stands.

According to Brandon Caldwell, a Wilson’s Creek Park guide, living history volunteers are outfitted by the park with replica clothing and equipment free of charge, but some volunteers choose to purchase their own equipment and make their own clothing. Caldwell states that, in cases of volunteers who purchase their own equipment, there are a number of vendors online that sell Civil War-era replica equipment, but volunteers should check the online reviews of the vendors to make sure they are getting quality items. “Some (vendors) like to take shortcuts,” he said.

Living history volunteers are not the only volunteer opportunities available at Wilson’s Creek. According to its website, the park also employs volunteers to give tours of Bloody Hill and lead caravan tours, give introductions to the films and presentations at the museum, help compile data and work in the library, collect plant samples and help in the park restoration.

If you are interested in volunteering at Wilson’s Creek, you can contact the park’s volunteer coordinator, Dave Hutson, at 417-732-2662. There is also more detailed information and an application for volunteering at www.nps.gov/wicr/ supportyourpark/volunteer.htm.

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go QUICK WAYS TO PUMP UP THE GLAM FOR PARTIES AND SPECIAL OCCASIONS Jennifer Antle and Heather Bishop, best friends and local fashionistas, model trend-setting styles and share some of their fashion tips.

Black Dress: LBD – can’t go wrong! Throw on a cute cardigan or dress it up with a chunky necklace.

Heels: Put on some fl ashy heels to dress up any outfi t.

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A MAKE-UP TIP FROM JENNIFER: Captivating smokey eyes is Jennifer’s favorite make-up look. She says, “To keep eyeshadow from creasing, use a cream eye shadow for a base. Your eyeshadow will stay crease-free all day.” She recommends smoothing the cream base all over the eyelid, then applying powder shadow as desired. Jen’s product recommendation, “The Big Eye Color Pencil” is available from Avon, “Vanilla is a good base color.”

Statement Jewelry: Chunky, big necklaces, layered bracelets, knuckle rings, chandelier earrings.

Add a bold lipstick: Red and wine in matte fi nish is on trend.

Catch the light in your eyes: Glitter, either chunky or shimmer is on trend.

Try a quick up-do: Pinterest has tons of how-to’s, including fi sh-tails and easy knots.

Nails: Go simple with a sleek metallic or a classic ox-blood color, or add 3D accents on black.

HEATHER’S FASHION SUGGESTION: “I worked in an office where I could wear jeans, as long as they looked professional.

So, I would pick out a fancy shirt to dress up the jeans.” Heather likes pairing skinny jeans with bold colored chiffon blouses embellished with ruffles or lace. She recommends playing up the look even more by adding sequined kitten flats or playful cuffed boots. Finally, Heather suggests, “For a classy touch, wear a cardigan in a neutral color, like black, gray or brown.”

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Missouri’s Auxiliary President fervently s American Veterans As Danetta shared her heart for serving American Veterans, her glossy eyes could barely hold back the tears. It was apparent that her service in the Ladies’ Auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars (LAVFW) stems from something much deeper than just doing her job; it’s her passion.

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Danetta Wakefi eld, of Monett, is the Department of Missouri President for the LAVFW. Eighty-two years ago, Mable Tanner, of Joplin, held the state presidency from June 1931, to July 1933. Since Mable, there hadn’t been another state president from southwest Missouri until Danetta.

“Before I became a member of the auxiliary, my daughter and I volunteered to help with the Buddy Poppy drive,” says Danetta.

The Buddy Poppy drive is an annual event held on the Friday before Memorial Day. Volunteers stand on street corners and ask for donations then hand a buddy poppy to contributors. The “buddy” poppy is a red artifi cial fl ower assembled by needy and disabled veterans; it is also the national trademark for U.S. Veterans.

“It’s one of my favorite fundraisers they do,” says Lyndsey Allen, Danetta’s daughter.

“Every year something funny seems to happen to us. One year I was collecting a donation and was almost run over by a fi re truck. My options were to be hit by the fi re truck or to dive into the window of the vehicle I was collecting a donation from. I chose to dive into the vehicle window,” she laughs.

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state president. “It has been a ten-year commitment working toward presidency,” says Danetta.

Danetta joined the ladies auxiliary in 1989 under the eligibility of her brother.

To join the LAVFW, a woman must have a family member who was a veteran of a foreign war. See www.ladiesauxvfw.org for more details.

“The LAVFW exists because of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW),” says Danetta. “But the LAVFW is a separate entity, having its own bylaws.”

In 1899 two organizations merged, the American Veterans of Foreign Service

and the Army of the Philippines becoming the Veterans of Foreign Wars, according to Danetta. “During that time the men realized the VFW needed assistance; remembering how the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) was aided by woman’s organizations, the VFW issued a call for a woman’s group and the call was answered immediately,” says Danetta.

The fi rst encampment was held September 14, 1914; 47 women met in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania. They elected a president and adopted temporary bylaws, and the LAVFW was born.

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comprised of women from all different classes and races, according to Danetta.

An individual’s background wasn’t important; the women came together, put their differences aside, and focused on one purpose. “The purpose of the LAVFW is the same now as it was then,” says Danetta. “It is to bring aid to our veterans and their families, to promote patriotism, and to serve the community.”

In 1925, the LAVFW established The National Home near Eaten Rapids, Michigan. “Many dreamed of a place where auxiliary widows could keep their families together and fi nd a helping hand,” says Danetta. “[They wanted] a place that wouldn’t turn large families away, a place that children could call home.”

The National Home provides everything residents need to get back on their feet and prepare for a successful life, according to Danetta. There is a hospital, community center, school for children, and college degrees are available on site.

“Every state auxiliary fully funds and furnishes one or two cottages at The National Home,” says Danetta. “We, the Missouri LAVFW, fund a two-story, three-bedroom cottage where a mother and her two children are currently staying; her husband was killed in Afghanistan. We make sure she has everything she needs while she is fi nishing college.”

As Missouri’s State President, Danetta has the opportunity to designate an individual project that the LAVFW

will give support to. “I am asked to pick a special project that all the auxiliaries throughout the State of Missouri support and make donations toward,” says Danetta. “In years past presidents have selected projects such as the United Services Organization (USO). I chose Generations of Heroes Ranch, outside of Marionville.”

Generations of Heroes Ranch is a working cattle ranch, providing a place for combat veterans to go, free of charge. The ranch manager, Victor Sekscinski, believes a horse can help improve an individual’s coordination, refl exes, muscle health, balance, self-awareness, concentration, confi dence and self-esteem, according to Victor. “I felt this ranch was a good thing, and I like that we are supporting something in our area,” says Danetta. “The facility helps the veterans therapeutically; it helps those suffering with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.”

Recently, Danetta instituted the Tom Wolfe Memorial Ladies Auxiliary #4207 Junior Unit, in Monett. The girls were inducted September 14. Eligibility for junior girls coincides with LAVFW requirements.

Also, “The Random Acts of Kindness” project was started this year by the Department of Missouri Ladies Auxiliary.

“The project [entails] VFW and LAVFW members, along with community members, purchasing suspended meals at restaurants and food establishments in

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the area, offering homeless people a place to go where prepaid meals are waiting,” says Danetta. “It is amazing how many homeless we have in our area; this is a way you can help.”

Danetta’s service and accomplishments have inspired her own family to reach out to others. “Mom has helped me want to be a giving person,” says Lyndsey. “I would love for everyone to support our veterans and respect the sacrifi ces they make,” says Danetta. “Our veterans give up a lot, including time with their own families and children [for our freedom].”

Danetta encourages people to check out the website, www.ladiesauxvfw. org, to learn more about the scholarship opportunities and other programs available through the LAVFW. To those interested in participating in the “Missouri LAVFW Random Acts of Kindness” project, send inquiries to P.O. Box 306 Monett, MO 65708.

Although Danetta has fervently served American veterans in many capacities, she humbly gives the tribute to the veterans.

“I am just trying to give back to those who have given so much for me,” says Danetta.

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WITH S T E A DY HANDS

Story by Sheila Harris | Photos by Sarah Lee

A surgeon of the people DR. STACY HARMS, MONETT’S NEWEST surgeon, has already proven to be a source of inspiration for those who have met her.

When consulting with a new patient for the first time, her engaging personality and obvious knowledge of her profession generate an immediate sense of confidence in her abilities, a fact to which this writer can personally attest.

She also inspires enthusiasm among her co-workers at Cox Monett Hospital, with whom she is affiliated.

Janell Patton, public relations manager for Cox Monett, could not be more proud of Dr. Harms.

“She is a perfect fit for the Monett area,” said Patton, “and we’d like to keep her with us for a very long time.”

Dr. Harms spent a large part of her childhood in Dallas, Texas. Her family later moved back to Little Rock, Arkansas, the city of her birth, where she graduated from high school. At age 16, while helping doctors with various aspects of patient health care on a church mission trip to Honduras, she realized that she wanted to pursue a career in medicine herself. Raised in a Christian environment where she was actively involved with her church, Harms saw medicine as a way to have a positive impact on the lives of others.

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Jesus,” stated Harms, “but you can’t tell people about Jesus when they are sick and hungry. You first have to address their physical needs.”

Unlike so many teenagers who do not have a specific goal in mind to aim toward, Dr. Harms feels blessed to have been able to clearly see the direction she wanted to go and feels strongly that God had a hand in it.

“I’ve always loved science,” said Harms,

“and both of my parents were in the medical profession. With the combination of those factors, the way seemed to open up for me.”

Based in part on the recommendation of a friend from her church, Dr. Harms attended Wheaton College in Wheaton, Illinois, where she majored in biology.

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in internship and residency at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, and East Tennessee State University in Johnson City, Tennessee. While in medical school, after consulting with various physicians, she decided to make surgery her focus, in particular, general surgery.

“A general surgeon is more all-around, hands-on with patients, and can be involved in every aspect of patient treatment” declared Harms. “I’m part of an entire team. Although I perform the surgery, I get to appreciate the rewards of my labor by participating in follow-up care as well.

“I really enjoy seeing my patients in the office before and after surgery, getting to know them as people and realizing that I’ve played a part in their lives.”

While in medical school, that desire to make a difference is what prompted Dr. Harms to participate in a church-affiliated, two-month mission trip to Angola, Africa, as a surgical trainee. While there, she assisted Dr. Steve Foster, who had relocated to Angola from his home in Canada.

“Working in Africa was an eye-opening experience for me,” declared Dr. Harms.

“Since then, one of my goals is to be in a position to serve people in countries where they have limited access to health care.

Here in the United States, if a person needs to have a tumor removed, they can go anywhere in the nation and find any number of surgeons able to help them. In Africa, however, that’s not the case. Dr. Foster and I were able to perform 30 surgeries a day, but that wasn’t enough. People came from long distances and filled up the waiting area every day, hoping to have a turn in the operating room. We were usually unable to get to all of them in one day, so they would come back, several days in a row, if necessary. Many of our patients were children who had large, disfiguring tumors, which needed removed,” she continued.

“People become desperate when their children are involved, and we tried to help as many as possible, although it didn’t seem like there were enough hours in the day.”

According to Dr. Harms, in addition to the shortage of surgeons, the medical facilities in Angola were under-supplied and fell far below the hygienic standards of hospitals in the United States.

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“The people we operated on in Angola were not only desperate, but they were tough,” stated Dr. Harms. “We had no pain medications other than Tylenol or Ibuprofen, and virtually no antibiotics. We performed surgery on people, but had inadequate follow-up measures to prevent infection.

Amazingly, most of them survived.”

Diagnostic tools were also scarce, with a single X-ray machine as the only means of attempting to deduce what might lie beneath the surface of the skin.

“There were many times,” said Dr. Harms, “when Dr. Foster would simply have to open a patient up to find out what was inside. It was a little frightening, but there was also a sense of anticipation in discovering the source of a problem. I hope some day to be as skilled as he is.”

Dr. Harms currently lives in Monett with her cat Bianca. She spends as much

time as possible outdoors and enjoys bicycling, camping, hiking and getting together with her parents and brothers in Fayetteville, Arkansas. She loves the Monett area and appreciates the warm reception she has received from both the medical professionals and the community at large and hopes to establish many new friendships here in the upcoming year.

Sometime after that, however, she plans to follow through with her desire to serve as a medical missionary, this time as a fullfledged surgeon.

After putting her application in to various mission groups, she has been accepted by TEAM (The Evangelical Alliance Missions) to serve as a surgeon to Karanda Mission Hospital in a remote area of northern Zimbabwe. Based on her previous experience in Angola, she has some idea of what to expect, though. A language barrier will be one of only many challenges to overcome.

“In Angola, Portuguese was the most commonly spoken language,” stated Dr. Harms, “and I was able to learn the basics of it before I went over there. In Zimbabwe, however, the predominant language is Shona, which is nearly impossible to study for in advance.”

When asked why she chose Africa as a destination for her mission work again, as opposed to other areas of the world, Harms stated that it’s because Africa has the greatest need.

“Per capita, on a map of surgeon availability, Africa has more gaps than anywhere else in the world,” she explained.

“I want to be able to serve those people by using the skills God has provided me with.”

“God has guided my steps at every turn through my medical training,” stated Harms.

“There were moments when I had my doubts that this was God’s plan for me. I wondered whether I could withstand the rigors of 120-

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hour weeks and countless nights without sleep. Now, here I am, and I owe it all to Him. I don’t know what lies ahead for me, but I will continue to follow His leading and trust that the best is yet to come.”

Although Dr. Harms does not yet know how much time she will spend in Zimbabwe, she would like to return to the Monett area after her work there.

“I love being part of a small, close-knit community,” she said. “This would be a wonderful place to raise children someday.”

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Harms, her office may be contacted at 417236-2440.

Words cannot express how lucky I feel to be in Monett, Missouri. It is such a blessing to be involved in the excellent care that is provided at Cox Monett Hospital by the staff, employees, and administration.

We live in such a richly endowed community. The resources we have for success and happiness exceed the opportunities a person in Africa could even dream of. My desire to care for patients’ surgical needs is fulfilled on a daily basis. So why would I want to go to a part of the world where healthcare is sometimes frustrating, futile, and tragic?

Rather than try to explain it, let me tell you how you can discover the rewards yourself: get involved!

If you would like to learn more about overseas missions, go towww.medicalmissions.com, or if you are interested in non-medical trips, a broader search is available at www.shorttermmissions.com.

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TONGA

JUAN PONCE DE LEON died in Cuba in 1521. He was returning home after a failed search for the legendary “fountain of youth.” He may have done better to search in the South Pacific for the “fountain of happiness.”

This past summer, my 16

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year-old daughter and I visited the Kingdom of Tonga as part of the “Sea Mercy” medical team.

Our first visit was to the small village of Ofu -- population 200.

The people live without cars or “modern conveniences.” Yet, they are rich in mirth. Our first patient was an 87-year-old,

Dr. Paul Andelin works with the Mercy hospitals located in Cassville and Aurora. He received his medical training at the St. Louis University School of Medicine, and served in the U.S. Navy as a doctor. He has lived and practiced medicine in Missouri since 1990. Besides Tonga, Dr. Andelin has traveled to Mexico, Guatemala and Peru. Dr. Andelin lives in rural Monett and raises registered beef cattle and also keeps horses.

bedridden woman. She smiled, she thanked us, she laughed.

Then came visits to other tiny islands. The natives came with diabetes, hypertension, ruptured ear drums and pneumonia. Then, there was roast pig, fish, octopus, papaya and bananas. Finally for dessert...we had laughter.

Sunday came in the village

of Hunga. They went to church; they sang, loud and in harmony.

The minister’s text was Psalm 81:1: “Make a joyful noise unto the Lord.” Then they sang more.

No piano, no guitar, just beautiful voices that could bring a tear to the eye of even a non-believer.

Next came handshaking, hugging, smiling and more laughter.

They laugh when they are happy. They laugh when they are sick. They laugh with strangers. They laughed when I was trying to sleep. I was told they even laugh at funerals.

Yes, Juan Ponce De Leon should have searched the South Pacific. He may have found the Kingdom of Tonga.

Perhaps he would not have lived any longer, but at least he would have died laughing.

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Fall harvesting USED TO BE VERY IMPORTANT IN THE EFFORT OF GETTING READY FOR WINTER AND PROVIDING GOOD FOOD TO EAT, UNTIL THE NEXT GROWING SEASON. Since we have supermarkets available with produce year around, harvesting is not the necessity it used to be. But, if you do grow your own fruits and vegetables, it is good to know how best to store and keep them fresh as long as possible.

Most vegetables need to be refrigerated to keep for extended periods, however, there are some keepers that do well if kept in a cool, dry and dark environment. That was the main purpose of old root cellars.

If you do not have a root cellar, a cool, dark corner in a basement can work just as well.

Potatoes, sweet potatoes and the many varieties of winter squash store well.

Potatoes, including both red and white varieties, are best if stored at less than 60 degrees, in complete darkness. Exposure to light at all will make all varieties of potato turn green, which is not good. Keeping them in a warmer environment will encourage them to sprout, which makes them less edible as well. Sweet potatoes will store well at less than 60 degrees and generally will not try to sprout

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until later in the spring. Winter squash keeps well, and even at room temperature, though cooler temperatures will make the squash endure for longer periods.

To keep all produce from rotting, be sure to pick vegetables that are free from

blemishes, bruises or damage of any kind. Winter squash, which includes pumpkins, acorn squash, butternut, delicata and others, need to have a tough rind that cannot be pierced with your fingernail. If it is tender, leave it at room temperature for 10 days before putting in

the cold storage area. This will cure it and help it toughen up for long-term storage.

Always check all saved produce regularly, and discard any that are rotting. Like the old saying goes, “One bad apple can spoil the bunch,� so get rid of rot before it spreads!

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Epic Winter Squash I am a winter squash lover.

They all have their own special flavor and texture, but they have common characteristics that make them easy to prepare in similar manners. For instance, Hubbard varieties, butternut, delicata, sweet dumpling and pumpkins can all be steamed or baked, mashed and used to make anything that calls for pumpkin puree.

To cook a winter squash, it is usually best to cut it in half and clean out the entire seed cavity. Most squash are symmetrical from stem to end, so it is best to cut in half that way, to expose the whole seed cavity and bake evenly. Start by washing the squash and drying it. Place the squash on a sturdy cutting board and, using a heavy, sharp knife, carefully cut open the squash. For large squash, this can be a chore, so be careful that fingers and other body parts are not near the sharp edge of the knife you are using. With the core exposed, take a large spoon and pull out all seeds and membrane.

Place either cut-side down in a pan filled with one-half inch of water, or completely encase with aluminum foil. Bake in the oven at 300-350 degrees until tender all the way through.

Once cooled, remove all the tender flesh with a large spoon and mash with potato masher,

send through a sieve, or pulse in a food processor. Puree can be measured and frozen for recipes or used right away for breads, baked custard or pie.

Squash is very good dry roasted. Just place the squash, cut side up, in a baking dish or cookie sheet. Fill the cleanedout seed cavity with butter and brown sugar and bake till tender. This is especially tasty for butternut or acorn squash.

Brown Sugar Pumpkin Pie Farm Journal Country Fair Cookbook

1 ½ cups cooked pumpkin (or squash) 1 cup brown sugar, fi rmly packed 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 1 tsp. ground nutmeg ½ tsp. ground allspice 3 eggs, beaten 1 cup evaporated milk 1 unbaked 9” pie shell Combine pumpkin, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and

allspice. Add eggs; mix well.

Gradually add evaporated milk; blend thoroughly. Pour into pie shell.

Bake in 425 degree oven for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake 35 to 45 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Cool and serve.

Makes six to eight servings.

Refrigerate leftovers.

Roasting seeds Roasted seeds can make a great snack or salad topper throughout the winter. Rinse the seeds well in cold water and remove all the membrane. Spread clean wet seeds out on a cookie sheet till dry. Boil the seeds for fi ve minutes in a quart of water with one tablespoon of salt.

Strain and spread on cookie sheet and bake at 300 degrees for 45 minutes. Once cooled, they should be completely crisp. If they are chewy in the middle at all, roast for another 10 minutes.

Store in a tightly sealed jar.

“Winter Squash” pumpkin Pie Pumpkin pie, served with a dollop of whipped cream ends a Thanksgiving meal like nothing else can. Of course, you can bake a pie pumpkin to use for making pie, but try making one from a winter squash and see

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what it’s like. Butternut squash is very much like pumpkin in texture and taste. Delicatas and sweet dumplings makes a bright orange pie, with a very smooth texture and slightly sweeter

taste. A big ‘ole Hubbard squash is more of a dull white color, but once the effort is made to cook a whole Hubbard, there will be enough puree for five to eight pies!

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417-858-2602

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recipe box RECIPES

COLLECTED FROM FAMILY AND FRIENDS

Turkey Parmesan Casserole 8 oz. spaghetti, broken in half, uncooked 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup 3/4 cup sour cream 1/4 cup milk 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese 1/4 tsp. black pepper 3 cups frozen broccoli fl orets, thawed 2 cups chopped cooked turkey

Do you have a recipe you’d like to share?

Send it to Darlene Wierman at darlene@cassville-democrat.com

Sausage, Apple and Cranberry Stuffing 1 1/2 cups cubed whole wheat bread 3 3/4 cups cubed white bread 1 lb. ground turkey sausage 1 cup chopped onion 2/3 cup chopped celery 1 1/2 tsp. dried sage 1 1/2 tsp. dried rosemary 1/2 tsp. dried thyme 1 Golden Delicious apple, cored and chopped 3/4 cup minced fresh parsley 1 cooked turkey liver, fi nely chopped 3/4 cup turkey stock 4 tbsp. butter, melted

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread all of the bread cubes on a baking sheet and bake 5 to 7 minutes until evenly toasted. Transfer them to a large mixing bowl. In a skillet, cook the sausage and onions until evenly browned. Add celery, sage, rosemary and thyme. Cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Pour the sausage mixture over the toasted bread cubes. Mix in chopped apples, dried cranberries, parsley and liver. Drizzle with turkey stock and melted butter and mix lightly. Spoon into turkey to loosely fill.

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Cook spaghetti as directed on package and drain. Mix soup, sour cream, parmesan cheese, milk and pepper in large bowl. Add spaghetti, broccoli and turkey and lightly mix. Spoon into a twoquart casserole dish. Bake for 30 minutes or until thoroughly heated.

Turkey Chili 1 lb. ground turkey 1 1/2 tsp. olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 cups water 1 can crushed tomatoes 1 can kidney beans, drained, rinsed and mashed 1 tbsp. minced garlic

2 tbsp. chili powder 1/2 tsp. paprika 1/2 tsp. dried oregano 1/2 tsp. ground cayenne pepper 1/2 tsp. ground cumin 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. black pepper

Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Place turkey in the pot, and cook until evenly brown. Stir in onion and cook until tender. Pour water into the pot. Mix in tomatoes, kidney beans and garlic. Add the rest of the ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 30 minutes.

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Not only do our equipment, warranties and services exceed industry standards,

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With over 60 years of combined experience, our reputation speaks for itself. Our technicians receive the highest level of training to provide you with the quality service you deserve. We use the best computer technology to secure and better serve our customers by providing better information, faster service and more consistant quality.

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• Complimentary beverages • Employee discount program • Same day service on most repairs • 3 year/ 36,000 mile warranty • Complimentary 75 pt inspection • Loaner vehicles and towing services • 120-150 Hours of continuing technician training annually • Latest equipment and software for diagnostic services

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To schedule an informational meeting or a patient/home evaluation, please contact Hospice Compassus: 417-235-9097 845 Hwy 60, Suite A, Monett, MO 65708 (c) Hospice Compassus 2011

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Fall is setting in, and so are the flavors that accompany the cooler weather.

Ciders have become popular with the wide selection of fl avors and styles now available.

Different styles are developed based on fruits and methods used. Most ciders found in the U.S. are categorizes as a draft cider - a light-bodied cider that is clear, bright and is usually pale yellow in color.

Here are a few sweet selections to try this season.

ANGRY ORCHARD HARD CIDER Several varieties are available, including Crisp Apple, Traditional Dry, Apple Ginger, Green Apple and seasonal flavors Cinnful Apple and Elderflower.

Visit our locations in

MONETT, PURDY AND CASSVILLE

REDD’S APPLE ALE Redd’s isn’t actually classified as a cider, but rather an ale that has been brewed. The flavors are very similar to a cider. Available in apple and strawberry.

HORNSBY’S HARD CIDER Two varieties available: Crisp and Amber.

Yum!

WOODCHUCK HARD CIDER One of the more popular ciders.

Available in Amber, Granny Smith, 802 Dark & Dry, Crisp, and fruit flavors including pear and raspberry.

Seasonal flavors are also available in Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter.

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864 US Highway 60 Monett 417-235-7800

Diners who have never tasted a homemade olive salad, salami, mortadella, ham and provolone-stuffed muffuletta sandwich should venture into The Bayou, an authentic cajun restaurant located in Monett.

The restaurant serves creamy Creole red beans and rice, jalapeno cornbread muffins, Po-Boy Sandwiches and traditional spicy shrimp and sausage jambalaya. Diners can also try the cafe’s lasagna rolls florentine, a fried portobello mushroom or the half-pound Bayou burger. The Bayou offers a variety of other southern-style seafood, steak and pasta dishes and an assortment of desserts, including bread pudding, custard pie and cherry cordial cheesecake. The Bayou is open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. On Friday and Saturday. Sunday hours will be seasonal. The restaurant bar offers late hours Tuesday through Sunday. Be sure to join us on NFL Sundays during football season for all of the games.

180 W. Third Street Verona 417-498-6487

If you’re searching for authentic Mexican cuisine, Guanajuato in Verona is the restaurant for you. The hidden gem of a restaurant offers a large menu with 37 different daily lunch specials offered from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Choices include combinations of enchiladas, tacos and burritos as well as fajitas, quesadillas and egg rancheros. For dinner, Guanajuato features a Tex-Mex plate, chimichanga de camaron and the Speedy Gonzalez, a large flour tortilla burrito filled with ground beef, rice, beans, yellow and white cheddar cheese and topped with delicious chorizo sauce. And to finish off any meal, there are mouthwatering sopapillas served with strawberries, honey or ice cream. Guanajuato is open from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Fridays, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturdays and from 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Sundays.

ACAMBARO

BUMPERS BAR AND GRILL

MOCHA JO’S

505 Plaza Drive, MONETT 417-354-8408

108 3rd St., MONETT 417-235-5667

404 Broadway, MONETT 417-635-1107

Mon-Thu 11am-9pm and Fri-Sun 6am-10pm

Tue-Wed 3pm-12am, Thu-Sat 3pm-1am

Mon, Tue, Thu 8am-8pm, Wed 8am-3pm, Fri 8am-10pm , Sat 9am-3pm

BLACKBIRD BAR AND GRILL

EBEN EZER RESTAURANTE

NEW BEGINNINGS

1321 S. Elliott Ave., AURORA 417-678-2100

212 Broadway, MONETT

417-393-8879

106 4th St., MONETT 417-772-7206

Mon-Thu 11am-9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm, Sun closed

Tues-Sun 11am-9pm

Mon-Fri 6:30am-6pm, Sat 7am-6pm, Sun 8am-2pm

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Offering U.S. Farm-raised catfish, Daddy Joe’s Catfish Hole is located at 600 Dairy Street, Suite H in Monett. Come by and try one of our signature catfish sandwiches, a hand-breaded filet with mayo, dill pickles on a sourdough hoagie, served with our almost famous coleslaw. Other menu items include dinner baskets, sandwich baskets and family pack baskets of chicken, fish and or shrimp. Side items vary from pickled tomato relish, onion rings, french fries, fried okra, fried green tomatoes, fried green beans, coleslaw and hush puppies. Daily lunch specials prepared to suit 600 Dairy Street Suite H • Monett • 635-1112 your appetite from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Sundays. Eat in or carry-out orders are available. Normal business Eat In or 600 Dairy Street Carry-Out Orders hours are Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to Monett 2 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., 417-635-1112 and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Fri. - Sat. 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Sun. - 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

106 4th Street Monett 417-772-7206

New Beginnings Ice Cream & Deli, owned by Guy and Deborah Stegman, brings the delectable taste of Anderson’s Ice Cream back to life with 81 of the original 85 flavors available. A family of four can all come in and have a scoop of ice cream for less than $10. New Beginnings offers smoked brisket, chicken and pork sandwiches made with a variety of freshly baked homemade breads. The sourdough has become a favorite. All the meat used at New Beginnings is antibiotic- steroid- and additive-free.

In addition, New Beginnings offers homemade candy from The Candy House, fresh cinnamon rolls, Farmer’s Brother coffee and a variety of meal options with different daily specials. To place an order or contact Guy and Deborah Stegman, call New Beginnings at 417772-7206. New Beginnings is located behind Bruner Pharmacy at 106 Fourth Street. Also check them out on Facebook for updates on daily specials.

REYES MEXICAN RESTAURANT

SUNRISE FAMILY RESTAURANT

429 W. CHURCH ST., AURORA 417-678-1269

7 days a week 6am-10pm

Sun-Sat 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

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Call for hours

Tue-Sat 7:30am-8pm

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Brian and Jennifer Ross, of Monett, competed in the Reebok Spartan Obstacle Course Race in Killington, Vermont. They toured the Ben and Jerry’s ice cream factory and brought a copy of Connection along.

Below, Pat Chapman and Ralph Kelly, of Cassville, took a copy of Connection with them on a Carribean cruise.

Jud and Bonnie Cannon, of Monett, visited Denali Princess Wildnerness Lodge during an Alaskan cruise on the Coral Princess.

Kenneth Lowery, of Norman, Oklahoma, celebrated his 80th birthday with friends Bill an Trix Long, of Monett, Roger Smith, of Purdy and Sara Gundel, of Jacket., Missouri.

Monett High School class of 1961 proudly celebrated their 70th birthdays.

Included are: Bob Walker, Betty Kaye Alyea, Lavina Jean (Hines) Hartman, Sugar (Mooney) Wilson, Carol (Pryor) Lagalo, Jeannie (Craker) Jarvis, Sheri (Shephard) McKee; Richard Heim, Mary Helen (Barttrum) McMeley, Judy (Thurston) Thomas, Earlena (Miller) Seward and Joann (Wells) Nelson.

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my C O N N E C T I O N “My Connection� photos should be e-mailed to connection@monett-times.com. Photos should be sent in the original JPG format at the highest resolution possible. A short explanation of who is in the photo and where the photo was taken should also be included.

Siblings Sharon Clifton, Rebecca Parrett and Ken Hall, along with their spouses, visited Alaska in July. Pictured in Denali Park are Jerry Parrett, Rebecca Parrett, Ann Hall, Sharon Clifton, Loren Clifton and Ken Hall.

Mark and Connie McMillin brought Connection along to the beach in Panama City, Florida.

Alice Leverich, of Exeter, is holding her copy of Connection with friends, Jean and Ruthie Lowe, at the Lowe family farm in Garland, east of Texarkana, Arkansas.

Sara Compton and Terry Peterman, of Nevada, are standing in front of the Sensoji Temple in Tokyo, Japan -- the oldest temple in Tokyo said to have been built in 628.

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Carry Out Delicious !

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SUNDAYS 10 a.m. Service 6 p.m. Group Study 7 p.m. Prayer

Spiritual Streams Fellowship Apostolic Ministry Center Hwy 112 S, Cassville, Mo. Pastor Jamie Smith • 417-342-9932 spiritualstreamsfellowship@yahoo.com

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Kevin Coley Owner

Residential New Construction Commercial Deck & Fence Staining

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Rick Wormington ~ Owner

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Come see our selection of Treasures

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TROGDON AGENCY, INC. SERVING SOUTHWEST MISSOURI SINCE 1907

P.O. Box 405 • 111 S. Market St. • Mt. Vernon 417.466.2800 • fax: 417.466.3066 Toll Free: 1.800.748.7756

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Featuring local & regional artists

Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013 Door iven prizes g ut ho throug . the day Santa is visiting for the kids.

Photos too!

Crafters, call early to reserve your free table, space limited.

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10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

CUSTOM FRAMING of art & fabric

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The Miller Fall Festival was held Aug. 28-31 in downtown Miller.

1. Sarah Felix and James Staudt. 2. Valerie and Darren Ellison with Dublin. LeeAnna Garringer and Mary Margaret Buus. 4. Shelby and Austin Daniel and Richie Dablerich. 5. Lee Harrington.

6. Dan and Sheila Lee. 7. Justin and Amanda Holder and Alex, Kendall and Ben. 8. James Burton, Craig Lehman and Dean Westbay. 9. Jason Moore, Bailee Moore and Gage Turner.

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The 123rd annual Trinity Lutheran Church picnic was held on Saturday, Sept. 21, on the grounds of the Trinity Lutheran School in Freistatt.

1. Kailee, Isaac and Matt Ticknor. 2. Greg and Melissa Barnes. 3. Margaret and Elmer Lindeman and June Fritz. 4. Cathy and Eric Vought. 5. Natasha Smith and Aaron Breazeale. 6. Brenda Kleiboeker, Cheryl Reynolds and Jennifer Elbert. 7. Susan Hoagland, David and Tessie Holle. 8. Micah, Kevin and Missi Miller. 9. Kyle Bushman, Noah Hardesty and Ty Roethemeier. 10. Missy Paszek, Sara Ticknor and Laura Goodman. 11. Philip Kleiboeker and Aaron Jelinek. 12. Katie and Jenna Hohensee.

13. Brenda, Jayden and Kalli Hohensee.

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The sixth annual Not So Square Arts Festival was held on Sept. 7 at the Mt. Vernon Arts and Recreation Center in Mt. Vernon.

1. Blenda Moore, Andres Moore and Amy Barker. 2. Kenneth and Carolyn McIntyre. 3. Jake Millsap, Jennifer Hurd and Isaiah Luna. 4. Jean and Gunnar Berg. 5. Madelyn Acra, Rachael Acra and Faith Hunt.

6. Cathleen and Lisette Vought. 7. Sara, Mia and Jeremy Gripka. 8. Theresa and Todd Borgmann.

9. Netashe Johnson, Payden Randolph and Brian Johnson. 10. Sheila Rider and Jerry Wade Johnson.

11. Ben and Ethan Davis. 12. Don, Owen and Marla Underwood.

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Fine Jewelry • Gifts • Repairs

Burrus Jewelers

since 1977

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Tis the season!

417.466.2910 100 S. Hickory, Mt. Vernon, Mo. East Side of Square

We now carry NEW CAST IRON COOKWARE Skillets • Dutch ovens • Deli sandwiches • Home-cooked meals • Fresh-baked desserts • Bulk amish spices

THE JANE STORE A unique Ozarks experience Monday - Friday 6 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Saturday 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

2980 Rains Rd. • Jane, Mo.

417-226-1234

GIFTS FOR ALL OCCASIONS

Big Green Egg

Also available at PREFERRED PETS & MORE 509 Dairy Street • Monett 235-3647

Features of the Big Green Egg® • Ready to cook in as few as 10 minutes • Ceramics retain heat with accurate temperature control & no hot spots • Practically no clean up natural lump charcoal produces very little ash Cypress Home products are designed with entertaining in mind. Each collection displays personality and artistry, from an energetic fiesta, to rustic Italian vineyards, enchanting blooms and songbirds, monograms, and so much more.

Whitley Pharmacy 101 West 8th * Cassville 417-847-2717 Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Sat. 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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The Stella Senior Citizens Center and the Aurora Senior Citizens Center hold weekly dances. The Stella dance is held every Friday from 7 to 10 p.m. with music by the McDonald County Playboys and Frosty Garland and the RoadHogs on alternate Fridays. The Aurora dance is held every Saturday of the month from 7 to 10 p.m. featuring the Funtimers Band.

A dance will be held at the Cassville Senior Citizens center at 1111 Fair St. from 7 to 10 p.m. The dance features the Roaring River Sounds Band. There is a $4 cover charge.

The Aurora Christmas Parade will be held in downtown Aurora at 2 p.m. For more information, call the Aurora Chamber of Commerce at 417-678-4150.

The Exeter Christmas parade will begin at 1:30 p.m. in downtown Exeter. The Exeter Community Center will host its annual Christmas dinner prior to the parade from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Exeter Community Building. Santa Claus will be at the Community Building following the parade with treats. For more information, call 417835-2823.

The Marionville Christmas Parade will be held. For more information, call 417-2582466.

The Monett Festival of Lights at the Monett South Park on Highway 37 will continue through Dec. 31 from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Monday through Friday and 5:30 to 10 p.m. on weekends.

Dec. 2 The monthly dance at the Monett Senior Citizens Center will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. The dance features Evelyn Lock and the Outriders Band. There is a $3 cover charge with all proceeds benefitting the center.

Dec. 5 and 6 Christmas Show at Cassville Schools FEMA Event Center at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy the sounds of HomeTown Sound and the RedHots as they bring in the holiday season with both traditional and contemporary holiday tunes. For more information, call the Cassville Chamber of Commerce at 417847-2814.

Dec. 6 First Friday Coffee will be held at Carey’s Cassville Florist. The event is sponsored by Cassville Chamber of Commerce. For more information, call 417-847-2814.

Experience the first Christmas night through a living nativity. Area churches will come together to present this joyful event to the community on Friday, Dec. 6 and Saturday, Dec. 7 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The grounds of Countryside Christian Church, located at 1200 N. Eisenhower in Monett, will be transformed with several scenes leading up to and including the nativity. For more information, call 417-737-1578.

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The Shell Knob Christmas Tour of Homes will be held throughout the day. For more information, call the Shell Knob Chamber of Commerce at 417-858-3300.

Dec. 15 The Seligman Community Christmas party will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Chamber Event Center. The event is free and Santa Claus will be giving gifts to the children.

For more information, call the Seligman Chamber of Commerce at 417-662-3612.

Dec. 17

The Cassville evening Christmas parade will be held at 6 p.m. on Main Street. For more information, call the Cassville Chamber of Commerce at 417-847-2814.

The Southern Beekeepers of Missouri will meet at 7 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church of Monett. Anyone interested in bees is welcome to attend. For more information, call Leon Riggs at 417-2355053 or Kevin Young at 417-847-5464.

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The Miller Christmas Parade will be held at 5 p.m. For more information, call the Miller High School at 417-452-3271.

The Seligman Chamber of Commerce will hold a dance at the Chamber Event Center on North Highway 37 at 7 p.m. Snacks are optional and there is a cover charge of $4.

Dec. 8 The Ozark Festival Orchestra will present its annual Christmas Concert at 3 p.m. at the Monett City Hall Auditorium.

Dec. 14 The Pierce City Christmas parade will be held at 2 p.m. For more information, call 417-476-2323.

The Wheaton Christmas parade will begin at 6 p.m. There will be free chili, hot chocolate, cookies and pictures with Santa Claus at the park. For more information, call 417-652-3314.

The Monett Christmas Parade will begin at 10 a.m. in downtown Monett. For more information, call the Monett Chamber of Commerce at 417-235-7919.

Dec. 21 The Seligman Christmas train ride from Seligman to Rogers, Ark., will be held.

The train will be decorated for Christmas and Santa Claus will be on the train. No reservations are needed and those wanting to participate can meet at the Seligman Community Building. For more information, call 417-662-3612.

Eagle Viewing Days will be held at Roaring River State Park. For more information, call 417-847-2539.

Dec. 26 The Pierce City Senior Citizens will host a dance from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Pierce City Senior Center.

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