News, nature, and community throughout the Emerald Triangle
Of Course, I Did It Kaliana Keegan (Fifth Grader and Salmon Creek Resident) Daily Photo Communities provide the poles which allow us to climb. If they are sturdy, individuals have the courage to pull themselves to inspiring heights. Strong communities also serve as handholds to keep families from falling. I’m so proud of my Salmon Creek neighbors who stood firmly
Read moreSMALL TOWNS Those who grew up in small towns will laugh when they read this. Those who didn’t will be in disbelief and won’t understand how true it is. 1) You can name everyone you graduated with. (Also 3 classes ahead of, and behind yours) 2) You know what 4-H means. (And FFA and Grange) 3) You went to parties
Read moreNovember, like spring, brings green to the hills and life to my flowers. But, unlike the first of the year, the last of the year is a time for story telling. Basking next to stove with most of the chores done, neighbors tend to tell stories. Stories that may or may not be actually true but that have a truth
Read moreSmall communities are rather wonderful. I like the way people take care of each other—watch each other’s backs. Today I went to our nearby (45 minutes is nearby around here) town. I put tires on my husband’s car and bought another to replace a flat on my car.Ouch, real spendy type money. Vernon–in small towns everyone has a name and
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