Comments by rosegardener
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Posted on January 6 at 12:06 p.m. (Suggest removal)
Wouldn't it be wonderful to see that area revitalized? The website for Stillwater, MN is http://www.ci.stillwater.mn.us/vertical/... (copy and paste into your browser) and you can see all the small businesses located there--even a tea room! I well remember the bustle of the "Bottom". Rooster's Cafe had the best "Backbone and Rice." My gr-uncle worked in the barber shop under Thagard's Drug Store in the 1920s (before my time). My dad had his hair cut at Cook's Barber Shop. I never realized how many establishments were located there in the "old" days. Our development might have to be smaller than Stillwater, MN's but we could have a very good development in the "Bottom".
Posted on January 6 at 12:24 a.m. (Suggest removal)
One more comment, please: I've long been an advocate for development of South Cotton between the square and the railroad tracks. That area of old buildings has a lot of character and would be a great place for small boutiques and gift shops with reasonable prices, a book store, antique shop, sidewalk cafe, gourmet coffee shop, candy shop, ice cream parlor. There's already a flower shop and thrift shop there. The depot could be the hub and house a nice restaurant. Or, the depot could be divided into small specialty shops. I'm sure our city planners could think of other unique businesses that would be appropriate there. There's even space for a small park with grass, a few trees and flowers, and benches to sit and enjoy an ice cream cone or soft drink while resting. Warmer months would bring opportunities for a sidewalk art show and sale, sidewalk musicians and a Christmas crafts sale. I believe it would bring many day-shoppers from nearby towns. If we're not ready for it now, maybe in a couple of years. Just keep it in mind!
Posted on January 5 at 7:04 p.m. (Suggest removal)
Maybe I should have said "that's what makes life on earth worth living." I, too, know that our ultimate hope is in Jesus
Christ. But I believe the Lord, who gave us our human spirit as well as the Holy Spirit, would love to see us enjoying the best that life has to offer. I could extenuate but that would get us off course. To attract new industry we should strive for balance between employment opportunities, cultural opportunities, and recreational opportunities. And I support the beautification of the square and the forthcoming River Falls Street improvements because the appearance of a city is a reflection of it's government and citizenry. The city has accomplished a lot over the past several years. I'm very proud of Andalusia and the vision of our City leaders.
Posted on January 5 at 3:38 p.m. (Suggest removal)
It's difficult to improve an economy without new business, new ideas, and vision. I agree that the economics of Andalusia, our state, and the nation are of grave importance but so is the vision of all our citizens. Without food, clothing and shelter we die; but it's proven that we don't thrive on just those things. To thrive we need to celebrate the human spirit which holds potential for the best in us, including love, joy, hope, and empathy as well as inner strength and talent. The arts bring forth our capacity to experience these emotions and characteristics and, once experienced, they come alive and enhance all our relationships. This is what makes life worth living.
Vision is what the leaders of our City government have; hope, so necessary to the human spirit, is what vision imparts. I believe their vision can help us improve our economy AND incorporate more of the arts, which expresses the human spirit, into our community.
Posted on November 18 at 12:30 p.m. (Suggest removal)
Linda was a former classmate of mine, Class of 1960. My heart goes out to her family at this time of deep sorrow.
Posted on August 29 at 6:06 p.m. (Suggest removal)
Great going, Mr. Bullard! Maybe some of that future entertainment will be a showing of Andalusian horses, especially in conjunction with a special city celebration or event. They're beautiful animals and very appropriate for Andalusia's arena. Folks would probably come from miles around.
Posted on August 12 at 11:44 a.m. (Suggest removal)
I am so sorry for your loss. My brother, Harold Brogden, was a friend of Jerry's when they went to Andalusia High School. Harold also passed away this year, on May 13, from cancer. He and his wife had lived in Tuscaloosa since 1960 when Harold got out of the Navy. They had one son. I'm sure Harold and Jerry hadn't been in contact for many years and, even though they were five years older than I, I well remember Harold mentioning Jerry's name often back in those days and even in the years since. I hope that soon your memories of Jerry will all be good ones. Time and faith are the great healers.
Posted on October 3 at 4:51 p.m. (Suggest removal)
I wonder how many readers know the origin of Mrs. Grundy? I discovered it quite by accident while reading a magazine article on Victorian etiquette and decorum. It totally took me by surprise! I enjoy reading Mrs. Grundy's columns very much. Alas, I'm afraid I've been identified with Mrs. Grundy. I never realized we had so much in common.
On Overheard, out and about, Mrs. Grundy sees all, tells all
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Posted on January 6 at 12:20 p.m. (Suggest removal)
Sorry, you don't have to copy the url for Stillwater, MN into your browser--just click on it even tho it's not all showing in the printed message.
On What's in Andalusia's future?