Today's Features

Indoor yard sale to benefit shoebox effort

An indoor yard sale will be held Saturday, Sept. 25, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Wesley Hall at First United Methodist Church in Vandalia.

Among the items available will be books, clothing, small appliances, household items and outdoor furniture.

One day, a 2-year-old boy was just hanging out and having fun at home. Mom and Dad were busy in other places in the house.
Two-year-old Eli found his favorite crayons and got busy on his latest masterpiece. He colored and drew, and then  stepped back and looked. I can visualize his satisfaction as he   admired his picture – drawn on the wall, neatly arranged and boldly displayed.
Admiration turned to distress in a heartbeat as Dad entered the room. Eli’s picture was noted, and punishment was delivered.  

By Panzi Blackwell

By Anna Jean Rhodes