Terrace Talk

Notes for September

Have You Listened To A Good Book Lately

As the current librarian, I occasionally have to justify using the library. We have an excellent selection of books, and some are even on CDs. Audiobooks are a good backup for times when you want to relax and take a break from the ads on TV. We even have a CD player available for check-out. Thanks to our Chaplain, Rev. Harriette Simmons, for donating those audiobooks.

Another option, if you have a library card and an iPhone or iPad, is Libby, an inter-library loan service. It’s a free App you can download to borrow books to read or listen to. While we’re on the subject, other free apps include OverDrive, Hoopla, LibriVox, and FBReader. While purists will be faithful to the heft of a real book, some narrators bring an extra element to the enjoyment of the stories.

-Karen Waitz

I Remember Group

School Days of 1932

By Karen Waitz

These immortal words are taken from my mother’s high school graduation autograph book. The poetry is bad, but the sentiments are sweet.

“Some scribbling in albums

Remembrance ensures.

With the greatest of pleasure

I scribble in yours.” Phyllis

“ I do not write for beauty, I do not write for fame…

I write because I love you, and here I sign my name…” Dot

“ When you’re in the kitchen washing dishes,

Think of me with the best of wishes.” Elaine

“Dearest darling, sweetest friend,

Upon my word, you can depend.

Times may change, and we may part,

But time can never change my heart.” Ora

“May the sunshine ne’er depart

From the garden of your heart.” Marie

“ You ask me to write something original

I know not where to begin.

If there is anything original about me

It must be original sin.” Mary

“Love many, trust few,

But always paddle your own canoe.” Robert

“Remember me in your school days,

Remember me on your vacation,

Remember me on your wedding day,

And send me an invitation.” Flossie

“The years are many,

The years are few,

But there never was a year

Like 1932.” Grace