OLD WOMAN
When an old lady died in the geriatric ward of a small hospital near Dundee, Scotland, it was believed that
Read MoreOur Original Leisure & Entertainment showcases columns, stories, and features that entertain, inspire, and spark curiosity. Written by local Waynedale and Fort Wayne columnists, these pieces explore traditions, everyday history, quilting and handcrafts, movies, humor, and reflections on life in northeast Indiana. Each story is created exclusively for The Waynedale News, inviting readers to slow down, enjoy a good read, and stay connected with the people, memories, and pastimes that make this community unique.
My ice cream dripped on his pants, But Grandpa doesn’t care. His fishing tackle’s tangled up, His rod is
Read MorePart One (of three) Once upon a time when God created the earth, he created things that only children
Read MoreSo help us God, if anyone thinks they should be put on a pedestal, let it be made out of
Read MorePart Three The Moving Shadow The two boys arrived with their flashlights and shovels at the decided space –
Read MoreAfter thoroughly cleaning the cedar bucket and stowing it under the sink the hungry monk continued to inquire of Dave
Read MoreLINES WRITTEN IN EARLY SPRING By William Wordsworth I heard a thousand blended notes, While in a grove I
Read MoreMatching solid fabrics When it comes to restoring quilts, one of the hardest things to do is to find
Read MoreALWAYS The words of Life’s Songs are in all Creation. The melodies are in our Earth Mother. The rhythm is
Read MorePart Two Finding a Cave The next day the boys arrived at the shack sharply at one o’clock with shovels
Read MoreDave stowed his hammock and blanket below deck and started getting the Dream Weaver ready to sail. Normally he used
Read MoreMarch may have come in like a lamb, but he was wet, cold and sort of disgruntled at being sent
Read MoreThe Laundry Yoda If a quilt stain wreaks havoc on quilt scheme and you want it removed, proceed with
Read MoreOut Spot, Out! Okay, you’ve tried your hardest to keep your quilt stain-free, or perhaps you picked up a
Read MoreMarch is the month for pruning trees of all kinds. Wait for a nice day when the weather warms up
Read MoreThe planet that we inhabit is round like a circle. Within the circle is all God’s creation. It is all
Read MorePart One EXPLORING AGAIN “I thought I heard a scraping sound,” mumbled Tommy to his buddy, Lance. Lance
Read MoreAs the Caribbean sun began to rise over the emerald sea it found Dave (everybody called him Shark Boy) fast
Read MoreSnow has become the dreaded word that shouldn’t be uttered in polite company, but it is a definite fact that
Read MoreThe “Why I Love Waynedale” poem contest was held through the month of January in anticipation of Valentine’s Day. This
Read MoreContinued from the Jan. 29th issue Heather’s daddy thought about it and decided to let Heather buy the old
Read MoreAfter the fish boil at the boat shack, everybody’s belly was full. Mona and Catrina had finished telling Brother Lamb’s
Read MoreWeak sunshine tries to warm our hills today, but is thwarted by bitter wind that sways the birdfeeder to and
Read MoreAs I look outside my windows, there is an absolute Blizzard going on and here I am, thinking and doing
Read MoreOut, Out Damn Spot! (Lady Macbeth) Now you’ve found the appropriate vintage or reproduction fabric for your restoration project you’re
Read MoreI must be getting old. Patty Spirit Hawk keeps after me to put in writing my teachings of spiritual balance
Read MoreEverybody knows that when flowers are purchased for Valentine’s Day, having them delivered to work makes the best impact. This
Read MoreAfter a spectacular snowstorm which tested our endurance and pioneer fortitude, the good Lord has sent us a few days
Read MoreWHEN NOT TO USE VINTAGE FABRIC-PART TWO 19th century silk Ahh the Victorian Age, the mid-to late 1800s! Think Scarlett
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