Well, it looks like the weather may finally break. It would be nice to be able to guarantee no more snow, but this is after all Michigan, and weather-wise anything can happen.
However, according to those who predict our local weather, we should look forward to warmer temperatures - a definite Springtimeyness is in the air.
Of course we should expect the April Showers, it is April, but the time to begin the Spring Clean Up in the Cemetery and around the Village is pretty much at hand.
As in other posts, volunteerism was stressed as a way to give back to our community, and hopefully ignite a flame of civic-mindedness here in Stockbridge.
Spring Cleaning is a tradition in many households, with mom going absolutely bonkers as soon as she saw the first crocus, stripping beds, beating rugs, emptying cupboards and moving every appliance in the house. Notice you probably didn't see much of dad during this; he was usually hiding in the barn.
Wouldn't it be something to see people putting down their differences and picking up rakes in an effort to beautify this wonderful town? What a sight it would be to see the residents working side by side, accomplishing more than just clearing away the detritus of fall and winter.
They would be working together toward a common goal, and the very nature of that act would form bonds that could see this Village through troubled times. Maybe even create new friendships along the way.
It's entirely possible that a group of volunteers could write a new chapter of cooperation in a town so fractured by it's past. Mend breaks. Heal old wounds.
All those in favor, signify by saying "Aye"
Those opposed? Stay home.
We need a place where we can sign up to volunteer. Maybe we could put a sign up sheet in the village offices? Maybe someone could be an organizer, and set some dates to get this going?
ReplyDeleteThis is a really good idea, and thanks for the post!
Where can we sign up?
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