Since residents are returning to Grand Horizons to start a new season, a new activity has been added to the agenda. Paul Williams, who is a two-time CGMA (Country Gospel Music Association) winner, has volunteered to perform once a month along with his wife, Freda, who works the computer and music, while Paul sings. Freda Williams was also nice enough to help me with the titles of some of the songs.
The first performance was Nov. 4, and everyone who came had a good time.
Paul sang several songs and, along with him, John Rock also sang a few gospel tunes.
The show ran a little over an hour and 60 people attended.
Paul sang such gospel tunes including “I Don’t Regret a Mile,” “Jesus Takes my Burdens Away” and others.
He did a fine performance of “Uncloudy Day,” and closed out the show with “Amazing Grace.”
John Rock also did several songs such as “Two Shoes,” “Right on Time,” and “Will Thou be Made.” They both did a fantastic job.
Along with the gospel songs, a few country songs were performed, too.
It is an open mic evening, and if you want to sing, now is your chance. As time progresses, I am sure we will have several people who want to try the open mic and sing.
Approximately 80 plus people met at the community center for a potluck on Nov. 5. This was arranged by Nancy Huey.
Before people went for the food, Jim Leitzke said grace.
Everyone brought a dish and there was a huge variety. There was ham with pineapple and a cherry (it was delicious), along with string bean casserole with mushroom/chicken soup, deviled eggs, corn casserole, breads, boiled potatoes and much more.
There also were several desserts, including cakes, brownies, etc. All the different varieties made for one special meal.
When we get together, you can hear all types of discussions.
Once again, our thanks go out to Nancy Huey and all her helpers.
By Helene Rubenstein, Grand Horizons
Published November 15, 2017
