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Christmas with Slash, my hefty 70-pound staffy, always came with its own brand of chaos and laughter. He was part of the family, right down to “reading” the mail with me. His favorite? Ripping into junk mail (and later conquering empty Amazon boxes). One time before Christmas, we found torn wrapping paper Kent Holder and scattered gifts. He’d found his present, but not without some casualties along the way. Lesson learned: gifts were safer on the dining room table, which he knew was a “no-go” zone. Fast forward to a recent Christmas with my grandkids—the eldest seven and the twins five. Slash, ever the athlete, snatched a few gifts in one fell swoop off the table. The girls were right behind him, with yells of, “That’s mine!” The chaos unfolded like a comedy show: a twin body checked into the grandfather clock, a second twin tail-grab gone wrong, and a merry chase around the living room. The dog, with goofy innocence, halted when the eldest declared, “That package is sister’s.” He seemed to understand, pausing the anarchy for a moment of peace while we handed out the remaining gifts. But once we said go, it was back to the delightful bedlam—ripping paper, squeals of joy, and my Slash proudly showing off his unwrapped treasures before diligently removing stuffing and squeakers. Sadly, on August 1st this year, after 13 ½ years, Slash passed away. He gave us not just memories, but stories that will last a lifetime. As the holidays unfold, let’s cherish the legacy of loved ones past, savor present moments with those around us, and embrace new memories yet to be made.
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Martin’s confidence in their products, every vehicle comes with a warranty, and extended service plans are available for added peace of mind. Plus, you can keep an eye on the website for monthly special promotions and deals that could rev up your excitement. Martin Powersports is not a newcomer; it’s an extension of the longstanding Martin Chevrolet Buick GMC family in Cleveland, an establishment that has been familyowned and operated since 1941. With over 82 years of combined experience, the Martin team embodies the values of intelligence, thoughtfulness, hard work, and honesty, always striving to exceed your expectations. Customer satisfaction is the ultimate goal, and the dedicated Martin team takes pride in ensuring you receive an unmatched experience. When you step into the showroom, you’ll find familiar faces like Leah, Jim, Mike, Trevor, Aaron, and skilled mechanics who’ve been with them since they opened. At Martin Powersports, the
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visit worthwhile. “After dealing with unprofessional service centers for the majority of my adult life, it was nice to experience an organized and truly customer-oriented repair facility. I had a repair to my buggy that was made very timely, and later when I had a similar issue, Mark and the group at Martin were quick to follow up and perform warranty work without the standard hassle it requires for this type of service. I had an exceptional experience with these guys and would recommend their shop to anyone in need of repairs. They stock lots of parts on hand, so minimal down time is also a tremendous benefit to get back on the trails,” said Jason Porter of Cleveland. Beyond business, Martin Powersports cherishes their roots in the Cleveland community. They allocate a portion of the budget every month for community advertising and actively engage with the local community. Martin donates to the Cleveland School District annually through the FFA program--purchasing animals, processing them, and donating the meat back to the community. They actively participate with the Cleveland Chamber of Commerce and support local youth leagues in football and softball. They also make valuable contributions to our local police, sheriff, and fire departments, recognizing the importance of a safe and secure community. Martin Powersports is dedicated to the community that has embraced them for over eight decades. Tom Broadway sums it up succinctly, “We have been in the community for 82 years. Everybody knows who the Martin family is and who we strive to continue to be, and we’re going to continue to be in this community forever.”
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Sudoku #2 5 9 2 6 7 3 1 8 5 8 2 7 3 4 1 6 9 by Linda W. Perkins 7 4 1 8 5 2 3 9 6 9 7 5 2 1 4 3 8 4 3 1 6 8 9 5 2 7 6 8 3 4 1 9 7 2 Blooms 3 5 4 7 8 1 2 6 1 5 in 6 the 9 2 7 8 3 4 Desert 8 2 3 1 6 7 9 5 4 8 6 9 2 3 5 4 7 This year, the intense summer heat scorched many delicate plants, 3 5 ones. 7 4 the 9 flowering 8 2You1can6imagine my surprise when I 1 2 7 9 6 4 8 5 especially noticed the Spanish 4 6 plant 3 in7my 5backyard had a big, beautiful 2 1 8 5 4 6 9 3 2 1 8 9 dagger bloom on it! 3 7 4 8 1 5 6 9 2 9 3 6 1 2 7 5 4 Out of curiosity, I began researching desert plants. What makes 4 7 5 3 9 8 6 1 9 6 5 2 7 3 8 4 1 them able to survive – and even bloom – in an environment that
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God gives us the strength to keep going under any circumstance, would kill many others? I learned some plants have shallow roots because we find our soul’s nourishment in Him. We can stand strong, that are spread out wide, so they catch even the smallest amount of not only surviving, but thriving in even the harshest climate. #4 Sudoku moisture from #3 dew or occasional rainfall. Others, like mesquite trees, Sudoku have 7 healthy 1 3is your 6 root 9 system 2 5today? 8 Is it up to the task of supporting 6 roots 8 that 5 down 2 deep, 7 are not as vulnerable to 4How 4 go 3 9where 1 they changing surface temperatures and evaporation. you in what you may be facing in life? 3 8 6 7 2 5 4 1 9 9 7 2 6 4 1 5 3 8 Our lives can sometimes feel like a desert. How do we become “I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, 5 1 3 8 9 7 4 6 2 9 5 2 4 8 1 7 3 6 refreshed so that we can bloom again? you will bear much fruit; apart from me, you can do nothing.” – John 6 3 2 9 8 2 5 4 1 7 3 5 4 6 8 1 7 9 15:5 The answer is found in the secrets of the desert plants. When we reach others, that will carry us through 1“The 3 desert 6 to 8 1 we3 find9a support 2 5 system 4 9and7the8parched 5 6land2will be glad; the wilderness will 7 out 4 the hard times and give us more opportunities to experience joy. And and blossom. Like the crocus, it will burst into bloom; it will 5rejoice 2 7 6 1 3 9 8 4 1 4 9 7 5 2 6 8 3 when we are rooted in God’s word and our relationship with Jesus, rejoice greatly and shout for joy.” – Isaiah 35:1-2a 2 5 6 3 8 4 7 9 1 7 6 3 5 9 2 8 4 1
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