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{AMISH COMMUNITY NEWS} Vol. 4 No. 17

January 23, 2013

Home Remedies ... for the Cold and Flu Season For Coughs …

Submitted by Mrs. Rudy Kathryn Detweiler Mix equal parts of honey and lemon juice. Drink slowly. Put onion slices inside a thick stocking and put on the chest for the night.

For Aches due to flu Anon

Soak feet 1/2 hour 4 times a day in 3 quarts of hot water with 1 teaspoon ginger, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper and 1 teaspoon dry mustard

Staying Well Advice … Submitted by Sarah Miller Drinks lots of water. Get lots of rest.

Cold and Flu Season

Submitted by Mrs. Rudy Kathryn Detweiler A lot of flu going around. Home remedies are a part of life and have been since sickness came into the world. Mother’s cupboard contained no end of home remedies … still does.

Easy Homemade Chicken Soup Even doctors agree Chicken Soup is good for you! And I say Homemade is best. Making Chicken Soup is easy. Here are a few simple directions for making this delicious, good-for-you comfort food! 1. Cut up vegetables such as leeks, onions, carrots, and celery. 2. Cut up 3 cups of boned chicken. Sauté’ in a little butter until browned, add salt to taste. Place chicken and drippings in a large pot. 3. Lightly fry the vegetables in a little butter for a minute or two. 4. Add the vegetables and their drippings, 3 quarts of water, 3 chicken stock cubes and 1 grated potato to pot. 5. Boil gently for 1 hour. Adjust seasoning. Serve hot. (More Chicken Soup recipes on page 7)

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In Memoriam

Plain Country | January 23, 2013

{AMISH COMMUNITY NEWS}

Jacob Albert Miller, 59, of Hiram, entered eternal rest on Jan. 4, 2013 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born Aug. 5, 1953 to the late Jacob A. and Lizzie Ellen (Miller) Miller. He was a lifelong resident of the area and a member of the Old Order Amish Church. He enjoyed coloring and greeting friends at Church. Jacob attended the Metzenbaum Center in Chesterland. Jacob will be missed by his siblings; Nelson Miller, Clara (Ervin) Yoder, Esther Miller, Katie Yoder, Nora (Robert) Miller; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He is preceded in death by: his parents, and brother-in-law, Eli Yoder. Jacob’s final resting place is in Hershberger Cemetery in Troy. Online condolences may be sent to www.bestfunerals.com.

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Happy Birthday!! Jan. 23 Robbie (Wayne) Byler (7) Jan. 23 Mary Ann Kuhns (61) Jan. 23 Mrs. (Sam) Liz Weaver (67) Jan. 23 Mrs. (Smiley) Betz Byler (67) Jan. 24 Rudy D. Detweiler (65) Jan. 24 Betty (Wayne) Detweiler (9) Jan. 24 Rebecca Kauffman Jan. 24 Adam W. Miller (12) Jan. 25 Mrs. Marcia Byler (46) Jan. 25 Alma Byler (30) Jan. 25 Steven W. Miller (12) Jan. 25 Joseph J. Yoder (Farmer Joe) (41) Jan. 26 Betty Byler (12) Jan. 26 Mrs. (Dan) Sarah Detweiler (77) Jan. 26 Mrs. (Joe) Sarah Miller* (71) Jan. 27 Paul (John D.) Byler (4) Jan. 28 Mrs. (Dan) Sarah Byler (81) Jan. 28 David Bender Jan. 29 Mrs. Ben (Sarah) Miller (34) Jan. 30 Rosa Beth Mast (13) Jan. 30 Saloma P. Hershberger (4) Feb. 4 Beth Ann Weaver (12) Feb. 5 Lori (Wayne) Byler (8) Feb, 5 Katie Mae Miller (22) Feb. 7 Jacob Miller (14) * Writer of Amish Crossing Corner

Belated Birthday

Dec. 31 Marvin C. Detweiler Jan. 1 Eve Hershberger Jan. 3 Dan Kurtz Jan. 3 Perry J. Miller (48) Jan. 4 Mary Slabaugh Jan. 4 Danny Ray Miller (20) Jan. 5 Eli J. Byler (51) Jan. 5 Nelson D. Slabaugh (10) Jan. 5 Susan Detweiler (Mahlon) (3) Jan. 6 Danny Ray Weaver (7) Jan. 6 Mrs. Nancy Hershberger (67) Jan. 7 Susan Detweiler Jan. 8 Jon F. Mullet (19) Jan. 8 Norman D. Yoder (50) Jan. 8 Leona (Onie) J. Miller (12) Jan. 8 Lucinda Miller (22) Jan. 9 Marty Ray Mast (10) Jan. 9 Jacob E. Byler (7)

Jan. 9 Benjamin Miller Jr. (6) Jan. 10 Matthew J. Miller (23) Jan. 11 Mark Hershberger (23) Jan. 12 Aaron Hershberger (24) Jan. 12 Norma Mae (Wayne C.) Byler (15) Jan. 12 Lester Burkholder Jr. (50) Jan. 12 Mrs. (Ben) Mary Byler (75) Jan. 12: Mrs. Martha Kuhns Jan. 13 Mrs. Carol Yutzy (33) Jan. 13 Myron Miller (17) Jan. 13 Wayne Miller (18) Jan. 13 Kristine Miller (15) Jan. 14 Marcus S. Yoder (4) Jan. 14 Elsie Yoder Jan. 15 Andrew F. Mullet (20) Jan. 15 Esther Hershberger Jan. 16 Christina A. Weaver (14) Jan. 16 Mervin Bender (William Jr.) (4) Jan. 16 Regina Yoder (24) Jan. 17 Anna Byler (74) Jan. 17 Ida Mae Weaver (4) Jan. 17 Naomi Slaubaugh (51) Jan. 17 Aden M. Troyer (22) Jan. 18 Sadie Kurtz (42) Jan. 19 Mrs. Lori Yutzy (23) Jan. 19 Mrs. Ida Miller Jan. 19 Mrs. Nelson (Ada) Miller (36 Jan. 19 Mrs. Jacob (Barbara) Miller (34) Jan. 19 Lori R. Miller (14) Jan. 20 Eli L. Yoder (50) Jan. 20 Chester C. Miller (16) Jan. 20 Mary Ellen D. Slabaugh (14) Jan. 21 Mel Shetler (75) Jan. 21 Mrs. Rhoda Weaver Jan. 21 Aden Bender (David) (3) Jan. 22 Mrs. (Jake) Sarah Yoder (80 Jan. 22 Mrs. Davis (Sarah) Miller

Martha W. Kuhns (nee Weaver), 94, of Parkman, entered eternal rest Jan. 13, 2013 at Geauga Medical Center. She was born July 31, 1918 to the late Harry and Mary Ann (Mast) Weaver. Martha married Freeman Kuhns Sr. Oct. 5, 1950. She was a lifelong resident of the area and a member of the Old Order Amish Church. She will be missed by her loving husband of 62 years; children, Mary Ann Kuhns, Monroe (Mary Ann) Kuhns, Elwin (Esther) Kuhns, Katie (Chester) Troyer, Freeman Jr. (Sarah) Kuhns, David (Dorothy) Kuhns, Robert (Irene) Kuhns; 32 grandchildren; 75 great-grandchildren; five brothers; one sister; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Martha is preceded in death by her parents; son, Mervin Kuhns; two grandsons; two great-grandsons; one great-granddaughter; five brothers; and one sister. Martha’s final resting place is in Yoder Cemetery in Parkman. Online condolences may be sent to www.bestfunerals.com. Melvin M. Miller, 74, of Parkman, entered eternal rest Monday morning, Dec. 31, 2012. He was born June 17, 1938 to the late Milo J. and Lydia (Byler) Miller. Melvin married Mary M. Yoder on June 5, 1958. He was a lifelong resident of the area and a member of the Old Order Amish Church. He worked as a blacksmith before retiring. Melvin was ordained Minister on Oct. 20, 1974 and later as Bishop of the Parkman Northeast District number 6 on May 9, 1993. Melvin will be missed by his loving wife; children, Daniel (Irene) Miller, Ida (Dave) Miller, Erma (Freeman) Miller, Lydiann (Crist) Miller, Melvin Jr. (Elizabeth) Miller, Barbara (Raymond) Detweiler, Willis (Edna) Miller, Mary Ann (David) Miller; 67grandchildren; 43 greatgrandchildren and two brothers. Melvin’s final resting place is in Yoder Cemetary in Parkman.

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Maple Syrup Meeting Friday, Jan. 25 – Saturday, Jan. 26 Joe’s Window Shop Corner of Shedd Road and Route 168. Call for reservations. 440-834-0326. Displays concerning producing maple syrup will be set up Friday evening. Saturday will be meeting with different speakers. Dinner follows.

Children’s Immunization Clinics Geauga County General Health District hosts local children’s immunization clinics. Immunizations for children and adolescents are free of charge for all Geauga County residents regardless of income. For non-Geauga residents, there is a $5 fee per child, per visit.

MIDDLEFIELD CLINICS n Second Wednesday, Feb 13, 9 to 11:30 a.m. n Third Wednesday, Feb 20, 9 to 11:30 a.m. n Third Thursday, Feb 21, 3 to 6 p.m. Clinics will be held at St. Lucy Mission, 16280 Kinsman Road (Route 87 east).

In This Issue ...

Bits and Pieces from the Past...........................06 Bookmobile News................................................06 Books in Review .................................................. 06 Children’s Immunization Clinics .................... 02 Coffee Break with Sue.........................................05 From Our Schools.................................................07 Greetings from Garrettsville.............................03 Greetings from the Plain Community...........06 Happy Birthdays ................................................. 02 Hello from Amish Crossing Corner.................03 Hello from Huntsburg.........................................08 In Memoriam.........................................................02 Howdy from West Farmington........................05 Katherine’s Korner................................................08 Lines by Linda........................................................05 Local Amish Business Directory......................09 Mom’s Diary............................................................04 Nutrient Dense Gardening................................06 Parkman Pathways...............................................07 Recipes.....................................................................07 Wanted ....................................................................02 Words from Windsor............................................09

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Plain Country | January 23, 2013

Hello from the Amish Crossing Corner

Jan. 21–26

By Sarah Miller

Funeral on Friday, Jan.11, for widow Mrs. January 11, 2013: A new year has begun. Sara Miller who died in Kentucky while at her What it holds, we don’t know, but we wish you daughter’s. The funeral is at her daughter all a happy, healthy year. Emma and Steven Gingerich’s on BurtonAlready, a funeral, on Sunday, Jan. 5, of Gingerich Road. special son Jacob A. Miller (59), Jug Road. He A vanload of friends was to the was the son of Jacob and Lizzie Miller, viewing today in Sparty, Pa. of Mose both deceased. He was faithfully Weaver, formerly of Geauga cared for by his sister Esther for County. His funeral is also =========== 37 years. Friday, Jan. 11. Spending the night Husband Joe has a very here with Grandpa, John The doctor gave painful leg. We are waiting and us Saturday, Jan. 5, a man 6 months on test results to determine was brother John of Milo, when he can be scheduled to live. The man Mich. He, along with others for knee surgery. He had an from Milo, came for Jacob’s couldn’t pay his bill, accident in 1978 where he funeral. They left for home so the doctor gave had it broken very badly and again Sunday after the funeral. him another 6 had surgery. In 1999, he had a Sister Sylvia and Albert Miller knee replacement. Now, he will months. were also along. We visited with need another replacement again. sister Ellen and Bill Detweiler awhile Eli M. J. Miller (84) of Nash Road fell after the funeral. They are doing as well as can and broke his hip on Wednesday, Jan. 9. He be expected. lives alone and it so happened his neighbor Lots of sickness around among the Jonas Schmucker, heard him call for help. children and adults, with quite a few ending Also breaking a hip this week was Mrs. up in the hospital. And winter’s just begun . Freemon Kuhns Sr. of Madison Rd. She is 94 Raymond D. Miller, Tavern Road, had a years old. freak accident last week while cleaning his Friday, Jan. 25 and Saturday, Jan. muzzleloader. Somehow, it went off and shot 26 is a Maple Syrup meeting here. We usually him through the hand, requiring surgery. have around 100 or more people. (Details are OUCH! I’m sure he had a lot of pain. But, on page 2, Plain Community Events.) thankful it wasn’t worse! You all have a good week! Drink This Saturday, Jan. 12, is the blood drive plenty of water and get plenty of rest to stay here in our shop. We hope for a good turnout. healthy! The last one, we were down quite a bit, probably due to deer hunting. Hope the flu won’t interfere too much this time.

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Sunday evening, 9:30: We are just home after church today at Rueben Bylers. It’s raining now. They asked us to come back for supper and we would have liked to. Her folks, the Harvey Weavers, are there. She’s Ivan’s cousin. It was raining hard at that time, so we didn’t go. It is hardly far enough to get horse and buggy ready and he didn’t want to walk in the rain. This week it’s bake cookies and make candy. We want to fix a few plates for some people. On Saturday, our families get together at son Ivan’s. On New Year’s Day, I have my side here for Christmas. Marvin Kurtzs have a little white poodle and a couple weeks ago, when they let him out, one of the neighbors was getting his gun sighted up to go deer hunting. When he shot it, the puppy took off across the road as fast as he could go. Barbie was out calling him. When the school kids came home, Rachel was out an hour, too, calling and he didn’t come. That was on a Thursday afternoon. Four days

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Plain Country | January 23, 2013

Mom’s Diary By Barbara Ann Detweiler

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Monday, Dec. 17: Finally, my long awaited appointment! Doctor says probable rheumatoid arthritis. He wants to see a blood test result to confirm it. He put me on strong meds Tuesday, Dec. 25: Christmas Day! I actually didn’t hear a peep out of anyone until 7:30 a.m., which is very unusual. Of course the youngest had to bang on the doors to get the oldest ones up, and by 8 a. m., they were deep into unwrapping their gifts. This afternoon, we went to brother Johns’ for a while. Wednesday, Dec. 26: No School! So, I had help today. I’m starting with a bad cold and sore throat. Rose Edna sewed four shirts for John today. I did the holes and buttons. Thursday, Dec. 27: Back to school for the children and Laura. We’re all battling coughs, sore throats and colds. Since we have no hills, Andrew gives the little girls rides on the toboggan behind the pony. They love it. Friday, Dec. 28: Rose Edna and I both felt yucky today. I have a very bad cough. Saturday, Dec. 29: I can feel a daily improvement in my feet. The swelling is slowly going down, but I still can’t bend my toes or ankles. This is taking so much patience, something I’ve never had an abundance of! Sunday, Dec. 30: No church because of my bad cough. Lots of people are sick. Monday, Dec. 31: We went down to Wayne’s sister Sally and family in honor of sister Ada and Ervin Byler from Mich. being there. We got home late and I was actually awake at midnight, so I heard all the noise that goes with the New Year celebrations. We got word that neighbor Dave Ida’s Dad died (Melvin M. Miller). It was a shock. Tuesday, Jan.1: New Year’s Day. Just a normal day. Wayne and I went to the viewing of Melvin M. Miller. He will be missed by many. Wednesday, Jan. 2: I can get around pretty well, but, after being on my feet a few hours at a time, they start hurting again. Maybe I’m trying to do too much too soon. Where is that patience I need!? Thursday, Jan. 3: The children went to school but ended up back home again. There were too many absentees. Friday, Jan. 4: Finally ‌ a whole day of school. I enjoyed the peace and quiet! Saturday, Jan. 5: We tried to get a head start on the cleaning we have to do before next Saturday when the Detweiler clan will be here. Sunday, Jan. 6: We went to my parents tonight. The children went sled riding on the hill close by. Monday, Jan.7: I did laundry ‌ which gives Laura a break. My feet are still not completely okay, but I can get around a lot better now and they don’t hurt as much. Tuesday, Jan. 8: Puttered around the house, then to Parent-Teacher meeting tonight. Wednesday, Jan. 9: I tried to get the house in order for Saturday. Tonight Wayne and I went to Home Depot to get some flooring. Thursday, Jan. 10: I did more cleaning to get ready for Saturday. Rose Edna and Laura thoroughly cleaned the basement tonight. Friday, Jan. 11: Rain! What a wet mess. But that’s okay - we’ll live. I did laundry while Rose Edna cleaned.

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Jan. 8, 2013: Hello Friends and Neighbors! We are starting another new year, 2013. It doesn’t seem possible, does it? I sure hope I can do more for others this year. With church being here the past month the time seemed to slip away. Visitors here Sunday were Ministers Dan and Katie Troyer, and Walter and Cindy Gingerich. Also here were John Ray and Esther Mille, Eli and Kathryn Weaver, and Roy and Esther Bontrager. A pleasure to see them all! Church will be next door at Wayne and Linda Gingerichs on Jan. 20. Our children were unable to be here on account of one illness or another. Jesse (Pauls) had a bout with pneumonia; Bob Martha and the children were sick with the flu and coughs, and Aaron Ray (13) ended up in the hospital with an infection in his eye caused by his sinuses. He is sill there at this writing, has been since Saturday. They hope to be able to bring him home tomorrow. Of course, I wasn’t able to ward off this cold going around and had a dose of it for several days now. This morning, I can say it’s much better. Thankfully. Our hearts go out to those who lost their loved ones this past week, Bishop Melvin M. Miller (74) ‌ a well known man and friend to all, and Jacob Miller (59) ‌ Downs syndrome brother of Esther and Nelson, his care givers and son of parents Jacob and Lizzie Miller, both deceased. We didn’t find out about Jacob till Sunday, the day of the funeral, so we didn’t get to the viewing. Wishing you all God’s blessings in this new year! Till next time ‌

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Bookmobile News By Jane Attina

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Greetings to everyone from the Bookmobile. It has been a busy start to the new year and January is almost over. Time just seems to fly by faster and faster these days. We saw Valentine’s Day candy in the store the day after Christmas and here we are still eating the Christmas candy! When I wish someone a happy new year I always add in the word healthy, as that is a good wish too in my mind. Turns out it is a bit hard to stay healthy when this flu bug is biting so many folks. We are hearing of both young and old in the hospital, having or getting over the flu and other respiratory illnesses. When the bookmobile pulled up to one of our early stops and saw children waiting we knew something was up. These children would have normally been at school but due to so many being out, the school was closed. We hope everyone gets well soon, and hope the bug doesn’t take a bite of us here on the bookmobile! We would like to thank all of our patrons for their continued use of our bookmobile. 2012 was a stellar year for us as we checked out the highest number of materials in our 26 years of being on the road. Bookmobile patrons borrowed 290,855 items! That number was 12,000 higher than the previous year. This year the bookmobile staff would love to see that number reach 300,000 and, with the great readers we have, we think we can do it! We will do our part to make sure there are plenty of materials readily available and don’t forget ‌ you do not see what you want. just ask us! We are able to borrow books from other libraries

By Jacquie Foote

“God’s Special Children� by Benuel M. Fisher was published by Benuel M. Fisher, Scottsdale, Pa., copyright 2012. This book concentrates on the stories of parents of children who have GA-1 and on the doctor who found the way to diagnose and treat this rare genetic disorder. Until the 1980s when Dr. Holmes Morton’s intensive study pointed to the truth, GA-1 (Glutaric Acid-1) was frequently misdiagnosed as cerebral palsy. Then, Dr. Morton found that the condition was a genetic disorder in which the body fails to produce the enzymes needed to break down two of the twenty amino acids that make protein. The toxic by-product of this failed process, glutaric acid, builds up but is normally flushed out of the system by the action of the kidneys. However, when the body goes into high gear to combat a serious illness, the kidneys cannot keep up. Babies born with GA-1, therefore, are generally healthy until they develop a childhood illness. Then, under the stress of the infection, the highly toxic glutaric acid rapidly builds up in the bloodstream and muscle tissue, attacking the liver and the nervous system, including the brain. Most babies go into a coma and die within forty-eight hours of onset. The small percentage who survive deteriorate as the paralysis progresses. Until Dr. Morton’s findings, parents would not know that anything was wrong with their child until the onset of the disorder and could do nothing for the child in any case. Because of the good doctor, nowadays a baby can be tested at birth to find out of it is GA-1 positive and, if it is, the disorder can be prevented through a special diet. “God’s Special Children� tells not only of Dr. Morton’s work, but especially, of the parents who find themselves the caregivers for their beloved special child. It recounts the spiritual journey these Mothers and Fathers take with God, depending on His mercy and strength. But, not only do they need their firm faith, they need the support (and prayers) of their extended families and their church communities. The book recounts the importance of this also. Benuel Fisher has written compassionately of a sad topic and produced a book filled more with triumph than with grief. It is written at a 7th to 8th grade level.

Greetings from the Plain Community By Donnie Miller

Jan. 12, 2013: Greetings to all our Plain Country readers. As we start in the new year of 2013, we wish good health and happiness for everyone. After a taste of winter, we are enjoying our January thaw. By tomorrow, our dirty snow should all be gone, and we’ll be ready for more snow. Our church district had our church gathering at David Yoders on Wednesday evening, Jan. 9. Singing, visiting and food was enjoyed with about 25 members present. Food baskets were shared with the elderly. Nancy and I had a very good visit with Betty Rugg who stopped in for a visit. Betty’s husband Dick had a heart transplant 2 years before me. Dick passed away this last year. He and I were the best of friends, sharing our experiences. Three deaths in the community since the new year. Bishop Melvin M. Miller (74) passed away suddenly the morning of Dec. 31.

Survivors are his wife Mary M. (Yoder) Miller, three sons and five daughters. Jacob Miller, special son of Jake A. and Lizzie Miller, both deceased, passed away January 4. Jacob was a Downs boy and was very special. He was well taken care of by his sister Esther and his older brother Nelson. Esther gave dinners at her home and Jacob was her faithful helper. Survivors are one brother and four sisters. Sara H. Miller (75) passed away in Munfordville, Ky. on Tuesday, Jan. 8. The body was brought up and the viewing and funeral was held at the Steven Gingerich residence on Jan. 11. She was buried in the Nauvoo Cemetery beside her husband Joe Milo Miller who passed away in 1991. Many of you remember Joe, as he was an excellent plumber who worked for Middlefield Hardware. Whoa! Just received a call from Jacquie that this letter was due last Monday already! Woe is me!!

both in and out of our library system. We were not surprised to learn that the book that circulated the most in 2012 was ‌ “Little Luluâ€? Isn’t it amazing how a cartoon girl who made her first appearance in the 1935 Saturday Evening Post magazine can still warm the hearts and bring smiles to the faces of so many. Despite the large number of copies available, you are lucky to find one on the shelf and not being held for someone. We continue to replace worn copies and you will often see books fixed with lots of tape to keep the pages in place. Your favorite authors are busy writing and here are some titles coming in the weeks ahead. Several Inspirational authors are included in the auto holds program and if you are already signed up you will automatically be placed on hold for their new books. If you are not signed up it only takes a few minutes to fill out a form for this wonderful program. Next time you visit the bookmobile or library just ask for an Auto Holds form, you will be happy you did! Among our new selections are: “The Icecutter’s Daughterâ€?, Land of Shining Water Series #1, by Tracie Peterson “Daybreak, Days of Redemptionâ€? Series #1, by Shelley Shepard Gray “Goodbye to Yesterdayâ€?, Discovery Series #1, by Wanda E. Brunstetter “For the Love of Eliâ€?, Quilts of Love Series #4, By Loree Lough “Eyes Wide Openâ€? The Outlaw Chronicles Series #1, by Ted Dekker “Swept Awayâ€?, Trouble in Texas Series #1, by Mary Connealy “Rosa’s Landâ€?, Western Justice Series #1, by Gilbert Morris

Bits and Pieces of Yesterday Burton Station, May 22, 1982 Submitted by Katherine Byler

Our church services were held at the Martin R. Miller home Sunday. We were happy to have Martin’s folks, the Robert J. Millers, with us, as well as the Reuben E. Yoder family. Services next at the Joe A. Byler home. Starting to join church are Kathryn (Lee Ray) Miller, Chester (Sonny) Detweiler, Robert (Crist P.) Miller and Freeman (Freeman N.) Miller. Crist P. Miller is home now from the hospital after a month in and out. The last time he was a very sick man with blood clots in both his legs. He won’t be able to work this summer which will be very hard for a man that was always active.

Nutrient Dense Gardening By Daniel Fisher

Magnesium is a key in chlorophyll. Some potential benefits are increased protein production, enzyme functions and energy release in cells. Magnesium aids phosphorus uptake, oil formation and starch translocation. Magnesium is very important in the process of photosynthesis; however, it is not needed in great quantities in the soil. A 1 to 7 ratio, Magnesium to Calcium, is best. Most of the plant needs can be met by obtaining magnesium from the air through the stomata. It helps control nitrogen levels in the plant. Excesses of magnesium can cause soil compaction. Magnesium locks up when it’s too cold, too hot, too wet or too dry. In supplementing Magnesium water soluble, angstrom sized, naturally ionized form is the calming, relaxing mineral. It also activates our enzymes and is what runs the ladies’ hormonal systems. Hope your Holidays were Happy! Till next time ‌

Out oldest member was in church (Mrs. Lizzie N. P. Miller) after also being in the hospital. She is 87. Both addresses are Burton-Windsor Road in Middlefield. They are neighbors to each other. Miss Rachel Gingerich is leaving for Mio, Mich. to attend the Yoder wedding. Mrs. Amanda Gingerich turned 82 years old May 19. Mrs. Wilmer N. Byler, Mrs. Jonas Gingerich, Jr., Mrs. Allen L. Yoder, Mrs. Freeman D. Miller and the writer spent May 20 with her. She is well for her age. Mrs. Ella Fisher, who gets around with a walker, will be 81 on May 31. Address is Madison Road, Middlefield, Ohio, 44062. She has been a widow for many years. Her husband was Sam F. Fisher. By Mrs. Ervin D. C. Miller

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A Crazy Dream

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By Katherine Detweiler, Grade 7

The fifth and seventh graders at Windsor Mills School were given writing assignments. Here are a few. Hope you enjoy them as much as we did! (There will be more next issue.)

The Sheriff

A Crazy Dream

Hi, I’m the sheriff. Most of the time it’s pretty quiet around this town, but let me tell you about the time I caught someone who stole. He was trying to tell me he didn’t do it, but everyone says he did. He stole a chainsaw out of a shed and then someone in the neighborhood told me they saw him carry it out the lane to his car. They saw him speed down the road. Someone watched where he went and he went to a driveway on Wiswell Road. So I’m glad they told me. But it was kind of hard catching him. I drove in his lane and he was not at home … unless he was hiding somewhere; I don’t know. Then, the next evening I tried, I parked my car somewhere so he couldn’t see. But then he drove out the lane and onto Route 322 full speed! I was right behind him but I lost sight of him when he turned in another road. But I caught up with him again after I caught sight of him again. Then he went in a house where nobody lived. Then I thought that surely I could catch him. But no, I didn’t. Then, the next day, I took a few more sheriffs with me and we caught him in that house that nobody lives in and we put him in jail.

I had the craziest dream the other night. It seemed real. I dreamed that some men kidnapped me and put me on a ship to Europe in the care of two of the men. They put me in the hold of the ship. (It looked very much like our kitchen.) There were several other people there. They were Esther Byler, Mary Lynn Hostetler, Katie Byler, my brother Uria, my sisters Wilma and Emma, and my cousin Cindy. Well, anyway, we started making plans right away about how we were going to get off the ship. None of us could swim except for Esther. Finally, we decided we would charge the captain and his men and push them off the ship into the water. So we all pushed against the trapdoor until the lock busted. Then we jumped out on the men. I was the last one to get out. All the men were already down except for one. I dived toward him and tried to get hold of his feet, but he knew what was coming and, before I could get hold of him, he grabbed me and threw me overboard and then, I woke up SCREAMING!!!

By Malinda Byler, Grade 5

I had the craziest dream the other night. It seemed so real … I dreamed that my pony ran away to join Santa Claus. Santa was using horses instead of reindeer that year and my pony just so nicely ran up to be part of his team. This was Christmas Eve. I heard a man calling and then up and away my pony went. Well … I watched for a while, and then went to bed. At about midnight, I heard something on the roof. I ran outside, got a ladder and climbed up. “Hi” was the first word Santa said. I was too dumbstruck to say anything. I then saw Sparkle, my pony. And lots of others. Santa went in through the chimney and soon was back again. He said he had to go now but he’ll be back again next year. I asked him when Sparkle, my pony, would be back and he said not to worry, he’d be back in the morning. Santa jumped into his sleigh, called all the horses by their names … “Now Sparkle, now Jumper, now Lester and Jack and Sparky and Tony and Sliver and Mack! To the top of the porch, to the top of the wall! Now dash away, dash away, Dash away all!” Then he waved and said, “Merry Christmas to all. Now, go back to bed!” And then I awoke and that’s the end of the craziest dream I ever have had! Goodbye, Santa Claus!

By Sara Kempf, Grade 7

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Parkman Pathways By Ellen Hershberger

Tuesday, Dec. 25: Merry Christmas Everyone! After just a short shift cooking, we had family time with a lasagna supper. Wednesday, Dec. 26: I surely acted like I was a lazy 70 year old today, doing some babysitting and spending much time on the phone, trying to get a ride to work. No one wants to go out in this storm and I don’t blame them. The last taxi cancelled out at the last minute, so I’ll see what the morning will bring. Singers also cancelled tonight. Thursday, Dec. 27: This day was filled with appointments and the daily dozens. Friday, Dec. 28: I cancelled an overnight to stay put in this weather, but I got to go home tonight. Saturday, Dec. 29: I put in a 12-hour shift and look forward to some sleep tomorrow. Monday, Dec. 31: So, here it’s New Year’s Eve … but we’ll celebrate by having a decent night’s sleep. Will need the rest for our event tomorrow. Tuesday, Jan 1: A Blessed New Year to Al! It took all day to prepare food and get the house ready for tonight. Then, we singles had an enjoyable evening with a gift exchange after eating a pork and sauerkraut supper plus all the food the others brought. Wednesday, Jan. 2: This was just a do whatever day until the call came to come to cook supper because the other cook’s car is in the “fix-it” shop. Thursday, Jan.3: We opted to stay in and avoid all the slippery, icy spots today. There’s plenty to do … laundry, clean, cook, bake, eat, read, knit, eat, talk, …. And did I mention eating? No, it’s not that bad, but these Christmas goodies have got to go! Friday, Jan. 4: Katie and I went to visit Jacob Miller, only to find when we got there, that he had passed away during the night. I busied myself stirring up a batch of cookies and making a few not so rich snacks for tomorrow. Then I did just a short overnight. Saturday, Jan. 5: The family of my brother Levi got together today and I was privileged to join them for brunch, which was delicious and well organized. In the afternoon and evening, our family here was together and also had a brunch. Sunday, Jan. 6: It was touching to meet up with old friends at Jacob’s funeral today. The afternoon was spent relaxing at home. Tuesday, Jan. 8: I spent the whole morning in town on errands, and then did odd jobs at home in the afternoon. Our singing group sang for Mrs. Dorothy Byler tonight. Wednesday, Jan. 9: After a morning appointment, it was a scramble to be ready for the 12:00 cooking shift. This evening’s fare was mashed potatoes, green beans, stuffed peppers and gravy, topped off with cream cheese cherry cake. Thursday, Jan. 10: A group of 13 of us traveled to Pennsylvania today to attend the wake of Mose Weaver. His wife, Mattie, and I grew up as next-door neighbors. Have to be ready to leave for a two day shift, so good-by and may GOD Bless each and every one! P. S. Kathleen is home again and doing much better 

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Jan. 11, 2013: Cold and snow. We started a new year. December was hard on us. We lost a sister-in-law to cancer, Mrs. Joe Byler (Martha). She was a granddaughter of Harf Miller who lived on the corner of Route 168 and Shedd Rd. He moved from Wayne County when he married his third wife. Her Mother, Mrs. Enos Shetler, was able to be at the funeral. She is 97. This all took place in Fredericksburg, Ohio. Grandson Allen Jr. spent one night in Rainbow Hospital. Elwin Ray Troyer’s twins are in Rainbow hospital for over a week now. And the sixties slipped away from me. Now, I don’t feel older, but sixty years ago, when someone was seventy it was OLD. My Grandmother Mrs. R. J. Byler (Katie) was 70 when she died, an old woman. Mother-in-law Mrs. D. Y. Byler (Susie) was 70. Jason and Becky McGill from Colorado were here visiting home folks and friends. They stopped at Daniels’ one afternoon. Jason gave him a nice elk rack that he found on the ranch where he works. Oh yes, the two boys were along. They were close neighbors before

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“Do you wear an apron?� I asked as he carried the sorted piles of laundry downstairs to wash them. “No�, he said begrudgingly as he tried to memorize how much and what kind of soap to put in the washing machine. At least he rolled up the sleeves of his sweatshirt. Ah! I felt much better when I heard him hum and whistle while he worked! Whew! The doctor said, “Things look good; eat foods with iron and take one baby aspirin a day.� Yum, haven’t tasted those since the children were small. Oops! YUCK! Must be it wasn’t chewable, tasted awful! Holiday time brought happy family gettogethers, some tinged with sadness at the loss of dear ones. Were saddened when Mel M. Miller passed away so suddenly, but glad to hear they had had their gathering already before then. He will be missed. Thankful for many Get Well cards, notes, letters, and cash. Felt humbled. One even asked, “How many days to Christmas?� Egads! Give me a break! Figured I’d count the days to Spring instead. 57 days! Think I’ll bury some daffodil bulbs in soil indoors that never got taken care of in the fall. Our family got together at son Wally’s house. You have to ask him how to make coffee in a hurry. Don’t know where he learned to cook, maybe trial and error. Perhaps with all those girls around, he has help! Hubby got a bunch of little presents, then the BiG ONE! Laying the garbage bag (smile) open, what befell his eyes was nothing if not a surprise! A saddle! Now, no excuse when he wishes to ride to Willie Weaver’s for a horseshoeing appointment! We got it at Eli Miller’s harness shop in Mespo. All of a sudden it hit me; what did we just do? He’s no longer a young man! Mmmmm had our first batch of homemade ice cream after skipping last year because of snow supply. The bending to turn the crank of the freezer will help the midriff

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bulge (not mine). But what’s the gain when you end up eating 10 scoops of it? I was reading of a young man who didn’t have his boots while cementing, so he went barefoot. But, he won’t do that again! He got cement poisoning! Learn something new every day. Shop till you drop is kind of a famous saying. Hope to do some shopping one of these days when strength has hopefully returned. Need to check up on some of the stores; all were skipped at Christmas time. Or do I need to check on the owners? Am sure books are needed, so hope to scan the shelves of Mel Miller’s at Brookside Book Store on Durkee Road. He sometimes had health problems, not always at a good time. Oh well, when is it ever “good� to be ill? Oh, or, what did the doctor say when 6 year old Amanda, daughter of Stephen E. and Barbara Yoder, went to him with a broken bone in her foot? “No more _ _ _ _ jumping off the bed!� You guessed it; that’s what she was doing! She’s a first grader this year and doesn’t have far to school, as it’s close by on Reeves Rd. where they live. Is heartening to hear daughter Barbara Ann Detweiler (Mrs. Wayne) is doing a bit better after being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and being treated for it. They had the Detweiler family there for their Christmas, Jan. 12. Some couldn’t be there; Wayne’s brother David of Clymer, N. Y. was hurt in some way and has to take care. Some gals spent an evening recently with Amanda J. Byler at her brother’s. Mahlon and Mary. Mrs. Marvin (Iva Mae) Hershberger had her for a secret pal and wanted to reveal her identity and present her with Christmas gifts. Mrs. Eli Catherine Yoder was along, also with gifts for Amanda. Others were Mrs. John (Laura) Byler, Mrs. Ray (Marion) Detweiler. Two Hershberger daughters, Linda and Marion, and lucky-to-be-included yours truly. The treats and entertainment were enjoyed immensely. Oh yes, must add daughter-in-law (Wally) Maria is a superb cook in her own right, but it sure comes in handy if a husband isn’t entirely helpless!

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Words from Windsor By Barbara Ann Detweiler

A son, Michael, to John and Alta Byler. Grands are Joe J. S. Bylers and Rudy Bylers. John Byler was hit by a falling tree at work. He broke numerous bones, including most of his ribs. He will have a long recovery. Mrs. Lester (Sara) Coblentz fell off a chair and shattered her ankle. Mrs. Reuben (Laura) Detweiler had a kidney transplant on Jan.8. She is doing as well as can be expected.

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