Anne Burkart

Naming the Puppies

Nothing quite prepared us for the impact 8 paws would have on our lives. My Mother, Evelyn, next door, my husband, Skip and I found the antics of the little pups to be the best entertainment around. We spent more and more time sitting on the back porta cache where the puppies would roll onto their backs, belly up for rubs and tickles. When they were not running around tumbling and chasing, they were in our laps basking in all the attention their little hearts desired. There was only one thing they lacked: names.

Hunting chairs, bagging puppies

There is just something about animals that lowers blood pressure, floods the brain with melatonin and soothes the spirit

Love Letter

Community Expressions Magazine The letter was in a box of old memorability we received from our kinfolk, Martha Harris Kilby. It is perfectly preserved on top quality, official stationary with an impressive letterhead and is dated April 13, 1942. The envelope is addressed to Mrs. T.W. Harris and stamped with the official embellishments of the Mayor of Columbus, Mississippi’s office.

Flying Lessons

Community Expressions Magazine One warm night in June our son hustled us outside to see a most enchanting sight. For months we had heard an owl hooting from deep within the thick wooded portions of our property.

Singing your own Christmas!

Type in the name of any Christmas song and see what the little puppets do.

Pop Quiz for Our Time

Dear Reader: How about a little pop quiz. I'll make it easy for you by giving two possible answers. Here goes: 1. Who said this about America: "My friends, we live in the greatest nation in the history of the world. I hope you'll join with me as we try to change it." Answer: Democrat Barack Obama or Elmer Fudd