An estimated number of 100 or more attended the special Labor Day Celebration at Dry Creek Baptist Church. Everyone enjoyed the hot dogs, home-made ice creams and cakes. The men had the job of making a home-made cake in hopes of winning the blue ribbon. Bobby Robinson, our music director, decorated his cake with musical note. Many of the men participated and all won blue ribbons for their efforts. The following were some of the names of the men that participated with their cake type: Jimmy Kimbrell (Coconut), Danny Agee (Orange Slice), Jimmy Midgett (Chocolate), Edward Frazier (Spice), Bobby Robinson (Butter Pecan), Doug Cooper (Pineapple), Ray David Hare (Orange), Bill and Landon Roecher (Chocolate) and Reggie Miller (Butter Cake) Everyone enjoyed the friendly competition. It was good to see Frankie and Jack Watson of Smithville at the celebration along with many others. The gospel singing was in the auditorium after the meal. Susan Hinton and Dessa Ray blessed the congregation with their talented singing. We were delighted to see our dear friends from Murfreesboro, Jerry and Brenda Parker. It was a blessing to be able to attend. My church family and friends are always so gracious and encouraging.

Jimmy and Judy Kimbrell had a birthday celebration for their son in law, David Reynolds. Those attending were: Monica Reynolds, Molly and Levi, Bruno and Geri Frazier of GA, Antha Keyt- Lundgarrd of Crossville, Louise Frazier, Buddy and Deborah Fuson of AR.

Ricky and Kathy Hendrix hosted a Labor Day family dinner on Monday. Those attending were: Kenny Edge, Jerald and Lisa Cripps, Jordan and Nicole Cripps, Christian and Claire, Todd and Michele Kent and Brandon, Buddy and Deborah Fuson, Jared and Jennifer Hendrix, Sawyer and Maggie, David and Monica Reynolds, Levi and Molly, Jimmy and Judy Kimbrell, and Louise Frazier. The group enjoyed a barbeque meal and home-made ice creams in the afternoon.

Cathy Smith and her sister Nancy, daughters of the late Aradell Driver of Nashville and granddaughters of the late Clarence and Elizabeth Cantrell of Smithville, visited Buddy and Deborah Fuson at the home of Louise Frazier last Thrusday. The group visited Doris Cantrell and Faye Pollard in the afternoon. Buddy Fuson visited his Aunt Georgia Johnson and cousin Sue Blair of Smithville last week.

Congratulations to Buddy and Deborah Fuson on celebrating their 45th wedding anniversary on September 5th, and Martin and Lisa Bell who celebrated their wedding anniversary at a restaurant in Murfreesboro. We wish these sweet couples many more years together.

Recent visitors of Louise Frazier were Jeanette France, Matilda Earl, and Gail Thompson. It was good to visit with these ladies. Kathy Hendrix and Deborah Fuson visited Bobby and Mary Joins last Thursday. We send our love to these neighbors.

Happy birthday day wishes to Monica Reynolds (Sept.10), her father, Jimmy (Sept. 12th) and her mother, Judy on (Sept 26th) We wish the Kimbrell family many years of celebrating birthdays together.

Psalm 27:1

"The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?"