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LETTERS
Library system seeks support for literacy
Dear Editor:
The Jefferson County Library System will begin a six-week literacy program targeting at-risk families whose children, 6-to 10-years-old, are having difficulty reading. The program, Prime Time Family Reading Time, encourages families to read and discuss meaningful children’s books together and enables parents with limited literacy skills to create a home environment supportive of their children and their reading development.
The programs are going to be held at the Louisville Library on Monday evenings at 6 p.m. beginning Sept. 29 and concluding on Nov. 3. An educator and a storyteller will be conducting the programs. Free transportation to the library will be provided for families without access to transportation.
A light, nutritious meal will be served to the participants prior to each weekly session of this highly successful program. A special story program will be provided at the same time to entertain and care for the preschool children of the participating families. This series of programs will make a tremendous impact on the participating families.
We are in need of food for approximately 125 people or monetary contributions to purchase food, gift cards, door prizes for both adults and children and volunteers. If your business has promotional items, these make great door prizes. While all other costs of the program are paid for through a grant, the grant cannot pay for food and door prizes. Any assistance that you can provide will be greatly appreciated. Commitments need to be made by Sept. 15.
Thank you for considering these requests. If I can provide further information about Prime Time programs or specific needs, please do not hesitate to call me.
Sincerely,
Patricia Edwards
Jefferson County
Library System Director
Gunn asks for donations to support leukemia walk
Dear Editor:
William “Bill” Poole, my dad, lost his life as a result of the complications associated with leukemia. He was the healthiest member of our family and was an advocate of healthy diet and exercise. With leukemia, there is no warning and can strike anyone at any time. Unfortunately, we can’t bring him back, but we can put an end to what ended his life.
I would appreciate your sponsorship in my fundraising efforts to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society in this year’s Light the Night Walk in Augusta. Please make donations online to the following website: http://www.active.com/donate/ltnAtlant/2473_wemissudaddy or checks can be made out to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and mailed to 523 Pine Butte Lane, North Augusta, S.C. 29841.
Donations must be received by Sept. 27. Thank you in advance for your support!
Sandy Poole Gunn
Jackson's remembrance
Dear Editor:
His eye is on the sparrow and I know He cares for me. As I sing these words, do I believe? After father’s death, I moved Mother into a nursing home. She had Alzheimer’s, but her wedding ring was important to her.
Against the supervisor’s advice, I allowed her to wear it.
One day Mom removes the ring. The nurse finds it and gives it to the supervisor. The same day it is returned to me.
After over three years, mother slips in the hall and breaks her leg. I visit her in the hospital in Augusta. Upon returning to the nursing home we all notice she is going downhill.
She isn’t hungry and doesn’t participate in any games. She is admitted to the local hospital. I visit every day, spending the night at first. After a short time the doctor asks if I want her to continue in this state. Having a living will, I am at peace in telling him to remove her from all support.
A friend spends the afternoon with me. We talk, watch Mom and wait. Then Mother’s eyelids open briefly, she seems to exhale softly, then closes her eyes. She is gone.
My friend and I both know she has gone to her heavenly home, where Dad greets her with a smile.
Doris Jackson
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