Winter is here!

Bev Vink (Teacher) and Curtis Martin (Student)
Visiting at the Duxbury Store

Duxbury News - Winter is Here!
Toni Williamson
Toni@DuxburyNews.info

Suffice it to say, winter is here! The ground has hardened, the leaves are gone and on a clear day you can see your neighbor’s house!

I recently attended the Wilma Town Hall Meeting, which is always very remarkable. If you are interested in hearing about what happens at these meetings, go to WilmaTownship.com for information. I had a chance to talk with Eldon Schmedeke there, and found that his wife Marge was not feeling well. It is our hope that she is feeling much better now.

The Duxbury Fire Department is looking for volunteers to help keep everyone safe. They respond to emergencies in the area, which include Wilma, New Dosey and Danforth Townships. If you are interested, contact me and I will put you in touch with the necessary people.

Last week I had a chance to enjoy conversation at the Duxbury Store. Bev Vink, who owns the store with her husband Joe, was busily preparing both breakfast and lunch and the air filled with the smell of piping hot fresh coffee. People came and went about their way. We also had a chance to chat with Fran Levings, which is always a treat.

Sandy and Curtis, from Sandstone stopped in. They were making deliveries and came in for a nice hot meal on a cold afternoon. Laughter rang out as Curtis Martin kiddingly mentioned the “horror” of having to wear green tights while playing Robin Hood at the Kerrick School in 1973. The laughter came out because his teacher was Bev Vink, who taught music at the school during that time. What do you remember about your school days? Think how times have changed; let us know what is better now or what was better then. I think a lot of people would love to hear from you about your school experiences any era.

According to Bev, the deer hunting was a bit lackluster. They had 435 deer registered this year. In 2007, they had 621 deer and back in 2000 they had 1,540. Wow, that is quite a change! It was thought that it was due to the timber wolves. I guess even a timber wolf knows what tastes good! Speaking of good taste, if anyone has a good deer recipe, please send it to me at the email above or post it as a comment at DuxburyNews.info. I think we would all enjoy a warming comfort meal on a cold winter’s night.

There is good news for those that have no transportation, limited access to it, or simply want to save on gas. Bus service is coming to Duxbury and surrounding townships. Arrowhead Transit has arranged transportation to several towns to make it easier for us to get out and about. This is set to start January 2009 and service will be on the first and third Tuesdays to Sandstone. It will go to Pine City on the second and fourth Tuesday. Not only will these buses pick you up at your home, but they are also handicap accessible, making it easier for everyone! Please utilize the wonderful opportunity and let your friends know. If you have questions, contact Arrowhead Transit at 866-682-2154 or for TTD 800-862-0175. See you on the bus!

In the spirit of Christmas and silliness, I offer a few corny jokes. The answers are at the bottom so don’t peek, just give them a try!

1. What do snowmen eat for breakfast?
2. What does a cat on the beach have in common with Christmas?
3. What do you call people that are afraid of Santa Claus?
4. What is the difference between the Christmas alphabet and the ordinary alphabet?
5. What is a parent’s favorite Christmas carol?

Christmas is a time to be happy, so don’t let holiday shopping stress you out. Remember Stressed is just Desserts spelled backwards!

Many that were at some of the events I have covered have asked to see more photographs. If you would like to see more photos of what’s happening in Duxbury, go to DuxburyNews.info.
I would like to wish each and everyone a wonderful holiday season. A season of friends, family and unconditional love for everyone. Pray for our brave military men and women for a safe return home and pray to bless this wonderful country, for we are blessed to live here. Always love each other.

Here are the corny answers to the corny Christmas jokes above.
1. Frosted Flakes
2. Sandy Claws
3. Claustrophobic
4. The Christmas alphabet has no L (Noel)
5. Silent Night

Happy Holidays and thanks for reading!