Well, even tho I am from the great state of Texas, I am now visiting the Big House up here in beautiful Elm Springs. I have enjoyed reading the news for several years and it has been alot of fun. I don’t know who everyone is but I do know some…mainly all the Linns. My husband is the youngest brother, Bob. Years ago I visited your grandma in the wonderful house you wrote about. I have never forgotten the feeling I had in that house. Old houses are my love and I was thrilled to be fortunate enough to enjoy an afternoon inside this beautiful house. Now that I am in SD I hope to get to meet you. I think you are a great writer. You really have a way with words and bring both valued info as well as humor to all who are lucky enough to read your news. Thanks for sharing the Elm Springs life with someone far away….Mary Linn