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The Jenkins County Times
Wednesday, September 20, 2023 - Page 5
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What’s waiting for you outside:
By Diane Wasden,
Special Contributor
for
The Times
When you get to be my
age...let’s just say over
fifty, we all tend to look
back in time and remember
snap shots of our childhood.
Some of us are even guilty
of buying things we had as
a child, hanging onto those
memories when life was
like we were living on a
different planet.
We are all guilty of
saying that all too familiar
saying “it’ll never be like
this again “, but why not
it’s up to each one of us to
leave our footprints of our
meaning on this forever
turning world.
Get to know it...time
stops for no one, once it’s
gone it’s gone, so get out
there and enjoy new places
see new things teach your
children how to have fun
without spending money,
open their eyes to this
wonderful playground
God created for us to enjoy.
I tipped toed back in
time when my childhood
days were filled with days
of playing outside, we
couldn’t wait until dark to
play hide-and -seek with
flashlights. We also loved
catching and watching the
lightning bugs, we always
let them go for another
time.
One thing you had to
master was getting along
with your brothers and
sisters, that was a must...
there were no other kids
to play with around for
miles. That’s how it was
living in a rural farming
community. But looking
back I wouldn’t change it
for anything.
My younger sister and
I would spend hours just
running all over the hay
fields, and when we needed
a break, we would lie down
and stare up at the sky. God
created a wonderful picture
show a beautiful blue sky
and clouds that looked like
fluffy white pillows, we
laughed so much picking
out animals and other
shapes made from the
clouds. Mom just loved
having us out of her hair,
sometimes my younger
brother and I would chase
our two sisters with garden
snakes.. .those were the
days.
We had this thing for
building houses to see
who could build the best
ones, there was a little bit
of competition between us,
the ants were our first we
could use only things from
nature. I used sticks they
were simple and could be
snapped to the size you
needed, I even built a twig
fence around it, my little
sister tried to copy mine
but didn’t come close.
It didn’t take much
to entertain us...
imagination.. .is it still
around? We had a brook
running through our
property, we spent many
days barefooted running
and splashing keeping cool.
Then one day we
discovered gold [ so we
thought] we took off like
bank robbers with a
bag of money, we were
so excited my mom stood
there with her mouth open
and didn’t know what to
say Finally she worked up
the nerve to tell us it was
gold, but it is called fool’s
gold it’s not real, the only
thing my little sister got
out of it was that we were
being called fools!
So now we had these
glittery stones.. .what to do
with them, my little sister
yells out let’s build houses
for those little fish “they
are called minnows I said “.
So, we did, and they came
out rather nicely I thought,
we sat and watched the
minnows swim in and out
of the beautiful gold stones.
We loved our little
Country Church; Sundays
were always so special.
My brothers had to wear
suits and ties and the three
of us girls had to wear
dresses and white patten
leather shoes [ neither one
made well for climbing
the church trees on a dare].
There was always a dinner
afterwards and every family
would bring things, they
were such good memories.
I remember when a tornado
came through our area and
it was at nighttime, we all
had to go to the basement
for safety. The next day we
had one broken window
and shingles everywhere
on the lawn, the bam and
animals were all safe. I
recall mnning up to my
mom and telling her that
God needed our swing set,
so he took it to heaven
for the boys and girls in
heaven to play on.
I wasn’t even sad; I was
happy for them.
Days later they my
brother found our swing
set twisted up in some
tall trees, mom told the
others not to say anything
because she liked my
version better... it was so
special to her. God made
a wonderful playground
that doesn’t cost a thing to
enjoy, it’s sure to bring the
family closer.
We are all guilty of
taking things for granted,
like that sky full of stars
at night when’s the last
time you really looked up
at them. Get out there ...
live a little...it just might
change how you see the
world.
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I want to
walk as a
child of the
light
By Sam Eades, Publisher/Writer
for
The Times
This past Sunday, we sang a hymn that I have sung more
than once. However, this particular Sunday, it gave a new
meaning to me and touched my heart in a way I have never
experienced before.
Mr favorite verse says," I want to walk as a child of the
light, I want to follow Jesus. God set the stars to give light
to the world. The star of my life is Jesus."
How many times have we lost power in our homes and
could not find light to see by? It has happened to me more
than once. I struggle to find matches to light candles or I
look forever to find the candles I need . and yes, sometimes,
the flashlight cannot be found, not to mention the battteries.
Isn't it nice to know that Jesus provides us the light we
need for the entire world. As long as we follow him, the
light is always there for us to share and to use.
This precious hymn was written in the summer of 1966
by Kathleen Thomerson. Ms. Thomerson was visiting the
Church of the Redeemer in Houston, Texas during a special
service and the words came to her mind. She jotted down
the words while listening to the sermon that day.
Kathleen spent portions of her childhood in Mississippi,
California and Texas. She attended the University of Texas
and received a bachelor’s degree in music in 1956 and
a master’s degree in 1958. She also worked as organist
and music director at Mt.
Olive Lutheran Church
in Austin, Texas. She is
a Fellow of the American
Guild of Organists.
This elegant folk song
melody conveys a text
based on numerous
scriptures:
Isaiah 42:6: “I have
given you as a covenant to
the people, a light to the
nations.” and Revelation
22:5: “The need no light
of lamp or sun."
The refrain seems to
remind us of the great tmth of Psalm 136:12: “Even the
darkness is not dark to You, And the night is as bright as the
day. Darkness and light are alike to You.”
I strongly believe it conveys the walk, the journey of
faith, and the deep conviction of a Christian. Simply put,
it is just one of those songs that makes you happy to be a
Christian.
Please sing with me
1 I want to walk as a child of the light.
I want to follow Jesus.
God set the stars to give light to the world.
The star of my life is Jesus.
Refrain:
In him there is no darkness at all.
The night and the day are both alike.
The Lamb is the light of the city of God.
Shine in my heart. Lord Jesus.
2 I want to see the brightness of God.
I want to look at Jesus.
Clear sun of righteousness, shine on my path,
and show me the way to the Father. [Refrain]
3 I'm looking for the coming of Christ.
I want to be with Jesus.
When we have run with patience the race,
we shall know the joy of Jesus. [Refrain]
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embroidery, but she
warmly invites customers
to bring in their own items,
promising to transform
anything from hats to tents.
"My motto is, if I can hoop
it, I can do it," Celeste
enthusiastically shares.
Dedication to Craft
and Community
Celeste and her husband
are dedicated to their shop
and the community, with
operating hours from
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. every
Monday through Saturday.
She takes immense pride
in her work and assures
that perfection is her
standard. "If it ain't right,
you won't get it until it
is. My customers are my
friends and neighbors, and
I welcome everybody to
drop by and see what I can
do for you."
HEARN
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THE
COTTON GIN
" Millen's Florist"
Since 1987
478.982.2153
717 Cotton Ave.
Millen, GA
FRIENDS
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10:00 AM and 12:00 PM
on September 23rd will
receive complimentary
water, snacks, and a free
t-shirt. Additionally,
parking will be provided
for all volunteers joining
during this timeframe.
To register and
participate, simply
look for the designated
tent located in front of
the park office, where
volunteers can sign in
and receive instructions
for their chosen tasks.
For any questions or
additional information,
please feel free to contact
the park office directly at
478-982-1660.
Your State Parks Day
Cleanup is an opportunity
to give back to the
community and preserve
the natural beauty of
Magnolia Springs State
Park. Whether you're
a nature enthusiast, a
concerned citizen, or
simply looking for a fun
way to spend a morning
outdoors, mark your
calendars for September
23rd and be a part of
this impactful event.
Together, we can make
a positive difference and
ensure the park remains
a treasure for generations
to come.
selection of items”. If
elected mayor, he would
reach out to these
companies among others to
lure them to open in Millen.
He says, “This can’t be
done by just one person,
but it is going to take all
of Millen to want it and I
believe I am the person to
steer it in the right direction.
This would help keep more
money in Millen and save
residents time and money
by not having to drive a
half-hour to the nearest big
box stores in Statesboro.”
Heam is a big supporter
of education and its many
benefits to not just the
individual but the impact
it can have on an entire
community. To further
education in Millen, he
suggests, “adding more
after-school programs like
ones that revolve around
reading or technology,
etc.” He currently has two
grandchildren that attend
Jenkins County School
System.
Heam has never held
public office and has never
been a fan of politics.
He does believe Millen
government leaders should
have term limits, and as he
puts it, “if you can’t get
things done in 8 years, then
you're likely not going to
get anything done if you are
in office for 20.” He also
will be very transparent
with Millen residents if
elected mayor and will be
available at any time to
address citizens’ concerns.
Look for candidate
Heam at the mayoral
debate on October 5th at
the Historic Pal Theater.
If you have questions for
Mr. Heam or any of the
other three, email them to
thejenkinscountytimes@
gmail.com.