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Scandal at Maple Valley – Episode 42: The Wonders of Christmas and Other Stuff
Happy villagers in Maple Valley are preparing themselves for the wonders of Christmas. Music of the season is blaring loudly on the streets of town so visitors know Maple Valleyers are fully into the spirit of Christmas. Quintin O’Dillmotte has, at least for the moment, been strangely quiet. The O’Dillmotte Funeral Parlor is pleasantly adorned,… Read more
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Thoughts of Mom at Thanksgiving
Mom had a gift for making everything wonderful, no matter what holiday it was. Thanksgiving and Christmas were the two best because her cooking and baking skills were legendary. I learned how to make coffee cake by watching mom. By the time I was fifteen, I had taken over the task of creating the favorite… Read more
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November 22, 1963
What historical event fascinates you the most? I was ten years old. It was during Geography class when the principal of Mackinaw Middle School in Saginaw, Michigan, made the announcement President Kennedy had been shot. A few minutes later he told us the president was dead. Here is a list of books I have read,… Read more
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Scandal at Maple Valley – Episode 41: Dear Doctor
Stress lives in Maple Valley, and the onset of the holidays kicks it into high gear. What would Thanksgiving be without worrying whether the turkey is big enough? Or if there’s enough stuffing? Or potatoes? Or antacid? As if worrying about food isn’t enough, there is always the possibility of uncomfortable situations. Every Maple Valley… Read more
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To Honor the Memory of My Uncle Dick Lambert
From the time I was old enough to recognize the people around me, there was one person who was my favorite. He held a place of love and admiration throughout my life that made every opportunity for me to be near him a delight. He was my Uncle Dick Lambert. In this photo I was… Read more
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Scandal at Maple Valley – Episode 40: The Railroad and the Church General
Village council meetings in Maple Valley are generally docile. Minutes are read, dates approved, reports adopted, motions to adjourn bring meetings to an end. Last week will stand out in the history of Maple Valley council meetings, as Quintin O’Dillmotte’s shocking and outrageous plan to change the name of Maple Valley resulted in a high… Read more
