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Tuesday, July 26, 2011

Our Millie and Bunty

In which we look back with fondness and fear at the ungrateful Bunty, learn a lesson in love and rejection and have a fine Sunday supper. Our Millie used to say it hurts your heart and pains your ankles when love is rejected and an angry critter, all grown up and acting like the king of the barnyard... Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, June 10, 2011

Our Millie - A Catfish Tale

In which we meet Cousin Martha from the City, battle the monster of the creek and learn a lesson from Pa about bein' kind. Our Millie used to say that life can sometimes bring you a slap in the face with a smelly fish or a fried-up dinner to share with Pa. You never know which one it'll be when you... Sign in to see full entry.

Saturday, March 5, 2011

Our Millie and the Permanent Record

In which we go to school and meet the witch, try to find the Permanent Record to take a quick look, and wonder who started the fire. Our Millie used to say that growin' up the the country you learned not to be afraid of much of anything. Copperheads under the stairs, Mr. Jackson's mean old bull... Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

More Poodle Skirts and Crinolines

The war raged on. Each day it seemed there were more crinolines appearing in the hall and more poofy skirts. Some of the girls had trouble walking and the skirts stood out so far that when they tried to sit in their seats they could hardly fit behind their desks. The teachers were getting concerned... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, March 1, 2011

Poodle Skirts and Crinolines

In which we meet the snooty Ima Rae Beare, fight the battle of Poodle skirts and crinolines and learn that fashion is more important some places than others, and rescue the UPS delivery that caused the trouble. Our Millie used to say that some things just aren't important unless you think about them... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, January 18, 2011

Just a-sittin' and waitin' on Big Mil's porch (Part Two)

Our Millie thought about that for a long time. She had never seen an Angel on the porch and wondered what would happen when the dogs went crazy and Big Mil came running out with a broom to run them away. Or what would happen if Papa brought his gun. Can you shoot an Angel? If you wing them can they... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, January 17, 2011

Just a-sittin' and waitin' at Big Mil's House (Part One)

In which we meet Aunt Gracie, learn a lesson in sittin' and waitin' and watch for Heavenly Angels to arrive on Big Mil's porch. Our Millie used to say that Big Mil always told the kids that life was more than just sittin' and they better start movin' around and get those chores done or they wouldn't... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, January 10, 2011

Pearlie Gates Decides while Heaven Waits

In which Pearlie Gates plays a part in life and death, Mabel Barker has her say and Blue Hair is a bone of contention. Our Millie used to say that you never know where you are going to end up or how you'll get there but Pealie Gates will make you look real purty for the journey if you ain't too... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, January 3, 2011

Our Millie -- The Outhouse Queen

Our Millie -- The Outhouse Queen In which we learn the meaning of humiliation, meet the Romaine sisters and admire their artistry and find you can smile through it all if you just don't grit your teeth too much. Our Millie used to say that being the Outhouse Queen of the Clayborne County Fair when... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, December 20, 2010

Our Millie and Idy Clare

In which Our Millie learns a lesson about loyalty. There is a very itchy situation. We meet Mr. Wells and hear about his unfortunate accident. Our Millie used to say that life is like a poison ivy itch. You don't dare scratch it, you can get little relief from it, you start to accept it and you get... Sign in to see full entry.

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