September 2023

As we get older and we begin to watch the next generations change some of the things that we hold dear, we begin to grumble. So often I hear complaint after complaint about where the country is headed and how if things don’t change, we are headed for disaster.

It’s mid September, and local schools are about to hit the onemonth mark of their school year. Time definitely flies.

With September being suicide prevention month and me being one that that has dealt with loss of loved ones, I wanted to write on what needs to be reminded most of all in our schools. I just recently dealt with learning of one of my family members experiencing those hurtful words of,”Why don’t you go kill yourself.” These words was spoken from a child to another.

Last week I stopped into a Cassville convenience store for a drink and was met with the most common encounter I have with children when it comes to my congenital amputation. For those who do not know me personally or have not seen me in person, I have a congenital (from birth) amputation a few inches below my left elbow.