I want to give a big shout-out thank you to the Ferguson city residents that have graciously contributed to the Ferguson Neighborhood News. It is because of people like you that we can go to press each month. But more than that, it shows me that our community is very much alive and, from the comments I have read, this paper is serving a purpose. I promise that we will never divulge your names and addresses. Anyone that donates remains anonymous.
We strive to keep a positive spin on what is happening around the globe and if I fail to keep that positive vibe, please give me a swift kick. It is very easy to go negative in the world we live in. Especially with the instant feedback we get daily in the form of Facebook, twitter, nextdoor, instagram, you name the app and there are more negative comments than positive. I try to limit my comments as I scroll through the barrage of articles that are not so positive in nature.
I will admit that I finally got on Facebook. I had my daughter-in-law set me up so I can watch my grandsons hockey games when I cannot attend. To that end, I now have two friends: her and one of my fishing buddies.
I want to thank the volunteers from the Forestwood neighborhood association for their cleanup of the Forestwood area. Great job! Photos are on page 6.
I am happy to see the Garden Studio Cafe opened in June. It was formerly the Corner Coffee House. See the article on page 9.
As someone who dabbles in wood projects, I was pleased to hear about SoulCraft which opened it’s doors in 2021. See the article on page 15.
Ferguson is not just a city. It is a community. A community of wonderful caring people. Seek out these treasures of our community and let me know what you think.
Other than that, It’s just too hot to do anything but sit on a block of ice.
Papa Deau
