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The Warehouse

Posted on May 27, 2017 by joinerscorner

I was four years old, or maybe five, and was outside playing. Uncle Murray came by. Mama told him that Daddy was in Unadilla at Giles and Hodge Warehouse. Uncle Murray said he was heading that way. His pickup was … Continue reading →

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There’s a Train Chasing Herschel Walker

Posted on May 20, 2017 by joinerscorner

A train track runs beside Herschel Walker’s childhood home near Wrightsville, Georgia. During the eighth grade, he got serious about getting in shape. Racing those nearby trains became a big part of his exercise routine. Wiley Kimbrough is the grandson … Continue reading →

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The Cross and The Crow

Posted on May 13, 2017 by joinerscorner

It was the Sunday morning after Easter, April 23, 2017. I arrived at church around nine o’clock, parked in the back lot, then headed towards the sanctuary. Walking by our fellowship center, Providence Hall, I noticed some shingles that looked … Continue reading →

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Miller Lawson’s Truck

Posted on May 6, 2017 by joinerscorner

I’m not sure what year Miller Lawson began helping my father on our family farm. I think it was in the early 1960’s. Daddy only had one employee at the time, Julius Bembry, a man of exceptional ability and character. … Continue reading →

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Wilke Rodriguez Goes To A Wedding

Posted on April 29, 2017 by joinerscorner

The Saturday of our niece’s wedding, Jane and I were in downtown Nashville, Tennessee. It was lunchtime, and we had no specific plans. Somewhere between J. Gumbo’s and The Italian Kitchen, we passed the old spaghetti factory. I guess whoever … Continue reading →

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Wilke Rodriguez Goes to Nashville

Posted on April 22, 2017 by joinerscorner

A few weeks ago, I wrote a column about looking for a deal on a tuxedo. Wilke Rodriguez came home with us for only $149.95. That was five cents under budget. In late March, my wife and I took Wilke … Continue reading →

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Sam* Goes To Jail

Posted on April 15, 2017 by joinerscorner

I don’t remember what year it was when Sam called our house.  Our triplets were born in 1978.  They were probably three or four years old.  Sunday mornings were especially busy.  My wife, Jane, would fight the clock, trying to … Continue reading →

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Saying Goodbye To A Boat

Posted on April 8, 2017 by joinerscorner

Lee Kinard had a classic 1984 Chevrolet El Camino for sale.   It was a one owner with low mileage and was in great condition. He parked it just off U.S. Hwy 41 in the outskirts of Richwood. It didn’t stay … Continue reading →

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Ralph Burton, Jr. Gets an Education

Posted on April 1, 2017 by joinerscorner

The late Ralph Burton, Jr. was a gifted story teller.   With a slight smile and soothing voice, he made listening easy. Ralph found interesting twists to life’s ordinary events. He embellished them just enough that you weren’t sure how to … Continue reading →

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Sweet Martha Brown

Posted on March 25, 2017 by joinerscorner

I’m in love with an older woman. My wife knows about it. She says it’s okay. It’s not only me.  I’m just one of many in love with Mrs. Martha Brown, a perky and pretty 103-year-old lady. She’s been “Miss … Continue reading →

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