Thanks, Terry, for saying a word or two about Newton Petty. Hopefully, the next time, either Dan Padgett or I will be called to get more particulars. Angus Newton Petty was named for Mr. Angus Green, who owned a general store in Darlington for many years. The Greens and Padgetts were longtime friends. Angus nGlennRidddle was also named for Mr. Green, as I endeavored to say when Glenn passed away. Newton was the last to leave us of the eight children born to Mattie Padgett and Herbert Eugene (U… Continue

Joe and I went fishing here is picture of some of the Drums we caught. We also caught some spade fish. Not bad. Of course, I caught the biggest fish. ha!

Other News Jon brought his new little "Fat Boy" Jonanathan the second over. Kid is pretty heavy for a breast fed baby.… Continue

Jon and Nancy went to the hospital tonight and they broke her water. So I guess she is going to go. It is about a week early. I have the girls, Gay is at work. This is an experience I haven't had since Glenda and Jennifer. I forgot how different girls are. Oh well, we will just do the best we can. I just hope everything goes well for Nancy. This will be our seventh Grandchild. Am I winning? Terry Update: Nancy had the baby at around 4am. No details except is was a boy. Jon said it was healthy… Continue