Patrice and friends at Sunday Social November 9, 2008Toni Williamson, DuxburyNews@gmail.com
Hi, I’m Toni Williamson, my husband Glen and I are recent transplants to the metropolis of Duxbury. Moving from Brooklyn Park to this wonderful community has been eye opening. It’s great to be somewhere where people know each other, take care of each other and aren’t afraid to say hello to someone they don’t know. We first came here when we purchased a cabin and loved it so much we would use any excuse to come back, even if just for a night.
We have met so many nice people. Living here is a breath of fresh air that has inspired me to write about it, maybe once a month if you will have me. I would like to entertain and if possible, enlighten. Maybe even help you to remember what a special place we live in. The beauty others have to leave their homes for is something we can see out of our own window. If you come away with no more than a smile from this humble writing, then that is the most I hope for. I also welcome any feedback, thoughts or events we should attend.
Many of you have heard of Duxbury and may have visited the “famous” Duxbury Store. Duxbury is in Wilma Township. Wilma Township recently celebrated its’ 101st birthday. The old gal still has some pep in her step as we celebrated the Fall Fest at the Wilma Town Hall on Saturday, October 18th with a delicious potluck, followed with music, dancing and fun conversation with old and new friends. The organizers of this event welcome your feedback as this is a great way to bring everyone together and they would like to do again.
Deer rifle hunting is in full motion. Many hunters are making their way in our direction. You can see the area coming even more vibrant with hunters in search of that big buck. Please be safe and good luck everyone!
We recently had the chance to enjoy a lovely afternoon this last Sunday, at the home of our friend Patrice Winfield. Delicious food and friendly conversation abounded with people we knew before and people we now call our friends. Isn’t it amazing that you can find people you have never met that live just down the road from you? All they have to do is describe their road or driveway and you instantly say “Oh I know where that is!” We had the honor of meeting Patrice’s father and all I can say is, be ready to laugh. This man is 82 years old with a wit so quick that you don’t see it coming, but you know when it hits you! I also had a chance to see Fran Levings and her husband Dave Baker from New Dosey Township. Fran writes a column in the Pine County Courier and the Askov American called the Cloverton News that I read almost religiously. You have probably read it also. Her positive demeanor and wide knowledge is an inspiration! I also met Patrice’s sister Rebecca Donicht from Ogema Township , Stephanie Hansen and her husband Dennis. Talking with them was a special treat. It was a surprise to find out that Stephanie plays the Base Tub as part of a Jug Band and was recently featured on the local show On the Road Again with Jason Davis. Bruce and Donna Filler, also from Wilma Township were also there and we had laughs about simple things and were very happy to have a talk with them as we do not always have the chance to do this.
The afternoon turned to evening with a beautiful walk by the river (with our orange a’ blazing – so the hunters see you) to see a beautiful setting. The loveliness of the sky, the crispness of the breeze and the warmth of the people we were with, was beautiful.
A testament of the friendship and caring in this community… There was someone that was coming late that had car problems. It was a Northwood’s problem, they hit a deer! Our gracious host jumped into her car and went to make sure she was OK. Northwood’s hospitality at its best; it’s not imitated, it’s natural and pure. That’s why we love it here.
When I mentioned to others that I wanted to do this article, I was happily met with enthusiasm. I hope I have helped to make your day better; with a chuckle, something to make you think, or even better, something that inspires you to make your own township a happier place.
Thanks for reading!
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