Spring is just around the corner and Easter is approaching quickly. The school kids recently finished the February school break and are awaiting the Easter holidays. Perhaps the white stuff will have disappeared andthey will be able to play outside in the mud puddles. Bring out the rain boots, splash pants and all the necessary outer clothing. The moms of elementary age children usually pack extra clothes into backpacks because early spring days come with puddles rain and mud.
Congratulations to neighbour Kari Gray who is now experiencing being a first-time grandmother. Her daughter, Courtney and husband welcomed a beautiful baby girl Feb. 11. Kari drives a school busy from Whitkow (her residence) to Maymont Central School and is also an educational assistant. She is a former resident of Maymont and moved to our area approximately seven years ago.
The Johnson and Johnson COVID vaccine is a one-time shot manufactured in the United States. It was announced on television that Canadians are also able to get this vaccine, but the waiting list is lengthy. This vaccine is to arrive in Yuma, Ariz. the middle of March.
Condolences to Marguerite Wintonyk on the passing of her 91-year-old husband William (Willy). William lived all his life on the Richard/Mayfair family farm until they had an auction sale approximately six years ago. They moved to Caleb retirement home in North Battleford. Willy and Marguerite gave up square dancing years ago as other activities filled their retirement days. Willy was known a s a quiet, generous man and will be missed by all.
I purchased a ukulele and belong to a group called “Uku-holics” of Yuma. You can check a wibesite “Uku-holics of Yuma” to listen to a group of 26 folks who seek friendship in the form of learning to play an instrument. We practise for four hours a week on Mondays and Thursdays and go about entertaining at various places just for the love of music. Group members who reside year round in Yuma carry business cards: “We play year around at all American veterans’ halls.”
