Author Archives: Joyce Ragland

new support for our Alzheimer’s projects

Posted on October 21, 2010 by Joyce Ragland

The Laclede County (Missouri) Retired School Personnel graciously and generously responded to Joyce’s speech, “You’re Doing What? And Other Reactions to Starting a New NFP at Age 57.”  The organization donated $25 and other members donated funds to total $110.00. … Continue reading →

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Quilts

Posted on September 14, 2010 by Joyce Ragland

Quilts. Patchwork Quilts. A gift of a patchwork quilt, hand stitched and given as a gift to an 8th grade girl in 1962. Received with a “Thank you” and Mom’s additional comment, “She’ll really appreciate that in years to come.” … Continue reading →

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Grandma and Juicy Fruit

Posted on July 14, 2010 by Joyce Ragland

Grandma Fisher chewed the most delicious gum ever invented — that marvelously sweet and delicious smelling stuff called Juicy Fruit. It tingled my young nose and pleased my palate. My earliest memories involve Grandma and Juicy Fruit gum and church. … Continue reading →

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Hello world!

Posted on July 5, 2010 by Joyce Ragland

Welcome to Joyce’s Journal. I want you to enjoy reading about the life and times of Ella Ragland as much as I will enjoy writing about them. Continue reading →

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