06/08/2026
I have avoided driving by the store after I saw the bulldozer parked out there. Even knowing it was coming didn't make it any easier. All the sayings-- time marches on, what will be will be, everything happens for a reason, this too shall pass--don't make it easier. It still hurts.
There were alot of memories and friendships made in that little store over the years. It was built in the 50's and bought by my grandparents in the 60's. If they weren't in it, it was rented out until 1995 when mom opened Odds and Ends. It was her life 24/7. She loved meeting and talking to people, and she loved teaching.
We loved having our little restaurant in there too. What started as just a way to be there and help mom with stuff grew into something more than we imagined. We made alot of wonderful memories and new friends while we were there too.
So I will choose to remember everything good that happened there and that little building will forever stand in my memories. ❤️
