After the church service, everyone went to the community center (about a mile from the church). While the dinner was cooking, everyone was treated to coffee and donuts. We also took a tour of the cemetery. I have walked this several times but this time we had people speaking at different places about some of the original founders of this community. This tree had been planted in memory of this first founders day.
We had a great dinner and a lot of good music. Inside the community house were several old pictures of the area and a huge (at least 5’ by 4’) family tree. 7 generations were traced on that family tree.
One of the last things we did was listen to a very old tape recording over 45 years old. Recorded at a family party, it was of local musicians (several my mothers uncles) playing and one calling a square dance.
It was a great day and I was very glad we were in the area to attend.
Sounds like fun!!
ReplyDeleteOh, I want to see more photos of the day and hear all the stories you heard!!! I so wish we could have been there, but it was impossible. SO glad you got to attend!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful experience. I just found a picture of Dad when he was probably five or six and loved seeing him.
ReplyDeleteLinda, I have a favor to ask. Every once in a while can you include the name of the state you are in for us foreigners. Thank you. Loved the pictures.
ReplyDeleteDays like these I love. Slow and relaxing. Your church looks beautiful!!
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