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Almighty and eternal God, the strength of those who believe and the hope of those who doubt, may we, of those who doubt, may we, who have not seen, have faith in you and receive the fullness of Christ's blessings, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Pray for rain and for those who are ill, suffering, grieving, or are in harms' way.
There is one thing that Nordheimers are great at, especially the men. The men discovered that the best way to get people to come to meetings is to invite all the ladies who always do what they do the best and that is to bring food. That is why the women are always included in every organization we have in town because they keep the men straight and are better at organizing. But not the Sewing Circle or the Quilting Parties. We men certainly know better. The Volunteer Fire Department, City Council, and Shooting Club were all run by men back in the old days. Change is better sometimes.
25 Years ago, April 18th.
Mathew Hale came home for a short visit before being transferred from Chicago to Virginia to a new station. Just in time too, just as Chicago was hit by a snow storm.
Humor Time: Some Texans like to brag about different things and do everything big. One Texan outdid himself. He named his ranch the 'Running Lazy 'Z' Double Circle Crossing Trails Ranch.” He almost went out of business the first year. Most of the cattle didn't survive the branding.
The Nordheim Volunteer Fire Department BBQ Cookoff Contest was well represented, and a lot of the smoke and smell of different meats being cooked filled the whole town with everyone getting used to the way it was when Elo Pfeifer made it.
Some did get a good rain but as usual, some got more and some were smiling a lot bigger. It seems that the April showers are a little scarce this year. Some of the fields have been planted and the corn seeds are sprouted and coming up so the rows that they are planted in are very visible. Looking forward to the new crop of fresh roasting ears to buy.
Don't forget Nordheim Historical Museum Market Days this next Saturday, April 25th. It will all happen on Broadway Street of Nordheim as advertised last week. So come by and visit all the booths. You might find something you can't do without. While you are there, go into the museum and see what is on display as it shows history, pictures, and showcases full of collections from the past.
Nordheim Cemetery Decoration will be held on Sunday, April 26th with a Memorial Service.
Great News! The City of Nordheim will have a limb and yard debris curbside pickup on May 5th. Limbs and yard debris must be out starting at 6 a.m. Individual items must not exceed 50 pounds, stacked neatly, no longer than 4 feet and not under power lines or trees and not on top of water or gas meters. When piling your limbs, be advised not to bundle them. Set in a neat pile at the road. Your pile and your neighbor's pile can be in the same spot if mutually agreed upon. Be very aware of placement and keep away from obstacles, i.e. mail boxes, vehicles, power lines and trees. They are not responsible for your property.
Do not put concrete, construction or demolition material, hazardous waste, roofing material, soil and rocks, and no liquids. Accepted items are: compactable items, (boxes, paper, plastic, yard waste) appliances with freon removed and tagged, BBQ grills, carpeting cut in small pieces, car tires without rims, fencing, furniture, mattresses, toilets, TVs, water heaters, and dry paint. Paint can be dried by adding cat litter to the can and leaving the lid off. The City will have two dumpsters and a trash truck at City Hall. Bulk garbage collection day on Saturday, May 9 from 8 a.m. to noon only. You can contact City Hall by calling 361-938-5223 or cityofnordheim@ att.net. for further information.
More Humor Time: Then there was this man who complained that there are three kinds of women---those you can't live without,t hose you can't live with, and those you live with. Another man said, 'If women are so smart, why do they always dance backwards?' Yet another man said, 'Too many women get married before they can really support a husband.' This was a joke written 50 years ago. Seldom are couples dancing cheek to cheek anymore!
See you next week. I had my semiannual checkup last Wednesday and have been given another 1,000 miles unless nothing goes sideways.
