Hello from Geauga County Amish Country
Friday, April 20 was a beautiful day.
Friday, April 20 was a beautiful day. One can hope spring is here to stay.
The spring flowers are starting to bloom. Last year, the tulips were in full bloom by now. But, this way, they will last longer.
On Friday morning, sisters Edna and Elmina and I went to visit Mrs. Melvin Anna Yoder. Also there were Mary Ann Miller and widow Mrs. Marie Fisher. Anna wasn’t feeling too good. Mail and visitors are welcome.
Mrs. Henry Sadie Miller, of Mumford Road, tripped and fell, breaking her shoulder. She didn’t need surgery, but has it in a sling.
Relatives went to Cantril, Iowa, for the funeral of Robert Detweiler. Some went on the train and others with vans. His wife had died several years ago. Before moving to Iowa, they had lived here in Geauga County.
My company the night of April 19 were widows Eli Katie Yoder, Mervin Kathy Wengerd, Merf Vera Detweiler, Vernon Linda Miller, Marty Erma Miller and Owen Clara Miller. They brought delicious snacks. We had a good time visiting and doing crafts.
Wedding season has started. I’m planning to attend one on April 24 on Rice Road for Aaron, son of Vernon and Nancy Yoder, and Amanda, daughter of Mervin and Cindy Fisher. Also, on May 10 is the wedding of Aaron’s sister Barbara and Daniel, son of Melvin and Laura Miller, of Bridge Road. Barbara’s folks live on McCall Road in Parkman.
I had several days of silence last week due to having laryngitis. I’m still a little hoarse, but it’s getting better.
Relatives were notified of the terrible accident that happened on April 20 when Allen and Laura Wengerd of Sparty, Pa., were both killed. Their three sons were also along and were all hurt, but were released from the hospital before the funeral. I planned on going to the viewing. The funeral was on April 24.
My company the afternoon of April 21 were Mervin Kathy Wengerd, Chester Edna Byler and Dave Marie Yoder. Also stopping in the afternoon were John Dan Marie and her two daughters, Elizabeth and Barbara. They came from Farmdale, Va. We had a nice visit.
Spring work has begun for the farmers and greenhouse folks. Having a little late start. I suppose sugaring has finally come to an end.
From Days Gone By
April 20, 1893
Weather has warmed up with much rain. On account of wet weather, farmers can’t do much fieldwork. There is considerable oats to be sowed yet. Snow was fully 6 inches deep on the morning of April 15.
E.E. and J.D. Miller bought the Hartshorn thrashing outfit.
Pigs, five and six weeks old, sell for $4 and $5 per head.
Thought to Remember
Home is the haven you don’t find anywhere else.
If you smile when no one else is around, you really mean it. So, keep smiling.
You all have a good week.
