Updating the Blog and the Barnard Banter Third Anniversary

I must apologize for not keeping up with the blog.  Sometimes life gets in the way and trying to work out the kinks get difficult at times.  I have a great deal of information and pictures to catch up on and will try to get it done soon.  During the last few months, I have had a change in employment which has resulted in a work schedule that was hard for me to adjust to.  Also, I was involved in an auto accident that resulted in a fatality.  That has had a severe effect as well.

Thank you for your inquiries about the blog.  I am glad to know that there are people who missed it and I promise that it will continue.  June 8th marked its third year and I hope for many more.  The Barnard Banter has over 27,000 readers in more than 50 countries around the world.  It has truly been an incredible experience.

Life in the Old Barnard Cafe

Nancy Houghton, owner of the former Betty's Place in downtown Barnard, is bringing back a bit of life to the old building.  She is hosting dinners on Wednesday nights.  There was a good turn out this last Wednesday night.  Dinner nights are posted on the front door so keep an eye out and I will try to do better about keeping the blog updated.

Bill and Charlene Watson Celebrate 60 Years of Marriage

Bill and Charlene Watson are celebrating 60 years of marriage.  They married in 1954.  They have five children; Vicki, Beverly, Dwight, Jeana, and Ginger.  They continue to live on the farm where Bill's parents got their start.  Bill and Charlene have been active in many organizations including the First Baptist Church of Barnard and  the Barnard Lion's Club.  Charlene is an accomplished local musician and writer.

There is a public reception from 2-4 p.m. at the Barnard Community Center on Saturday, June 14th.