Holidays evoke feelings of gratitude

 Dear Editor:

This Christmas I am especially reminded of the past year and all I have to be thankful for. 

Through the years I have always been thankful for things like the County Fair. Our three children have enjoyed this for many years and as everyone knows, it takes a lot of work and support.

This year our youngest daughter Ashley had two procedures for a lump on her breast. The second procedure came back clear!  How can a parent be thankful enough? 

The Red Oak cheerleaders held a car wash at HyVee for Ashley and her friend Morgan; Sally Stoakes also supported these girls through her store, the Butik; and Stanton friends held a 5-K for anyone who has been dealing with a health battle

Things like this just leave me speechless. 

I am so thankful to the man upstairs for all that I have in my life. 

My wife and I very much appreciate all the support shown this year. Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year! 

Jerald & Chrissi Palmquist

Stanton

The Red Oak Express

2012 Commerce Drive
P.O. Box 377
Red Oak, IA 51566
Phone: 712-623-2566 Fax: 712-623-2568

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