Do we now live in the desert? I have never been to a desert, but I’ve heard about how it gets really hot during the day and cools way down at night. Makes me wonder if we have moved to a desert.
Love these cooler nights; but, not the hot and hotter days. If this is what it’s like I’m not sure I want to visit.
Which country is known for the invention of chocolate?
Hello to all in area nursing and assisted living facilities. Hello also to all in area hospitals and rehabilitation centers.
We offer our sympathy to the families of Helen Crossfield and Gayle Samuels. We offer our sympathy to all others who lost loved ones this past week. May they all rest in peace.
The Woodson County Commission and EMS Services gave an AED Defibrillator to the Toronto Senior Center. The Director of EMS brought the unit to the Center Tuesday, Aug. 6 and gave a demonstration on the use of it.
Answer: Mexico. The story of chocolate begins with the ancient Mesoamerican civilizations, particularly the Mayans and Aztecs, who were the first known to cultivate cacao beans around 1900 BC.
These indigenous civilizations regarded cacao as a divine gift, often using it in religious rituals, medicinal practices and as a form of currency.
I would agree that it is a divine gift. I love anything chocolate.
School is starting soon so keep your eyes open for kids going to and from school and remember to stop for school buses. The buses are carrying precious cargo!
The Toronto Volunteer Fire Department (TVFD) is holding a firefighter benefit for a member who recently suffered a stroke. She and her husband have both been members of the TVFD for many years. The benefit will be Saturday, Aug. 24 from 6-8 p.m. with a mountain oyster and fish fry. It is a free will donation for the meal and there will be a raffle for a Blackstone grill.
All proceeds for this event go to help the family with ongoing expenses. Please mark your calendars and plan on attending this fundraiser.
Quote: “It is better to know some of the questions than all of the answers.” - James Thurber
