This Covid-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc on many businesses, and Western Sizzlin, has gone under because of it. Jason, Stephanie's husband, has managed this store for many years, and it has done well with him at the helm. But there is just no recovering from what this pandemic has done to it. Yesterday was the last day for their doors to be open, and of course, we had to be there for it. We were there when they opened their doors, and there when they closed them for good.
Yesterday was also Father's Day, and we got together at the Arnold's for a big meal. We had a great meal, and a great time visiting. They have been packing up for an extended stay in Texas to visit with all the Homestead Heritage folks. I know they aren't moving there, not yet anyway, but we also don't know how long they will be gone. They are packing like they will be gone for a long time. Sad face here.
Now, I have to say, that God has been preparing me for this. He brought it to my attention in prayer about a month ago, so I have been expecting it. Still, they won't be just down the road for a while, and that's hard.
Randy and I have been talking about it a lot though, and we feel very blessed that we have had all three of our children and all eight grandchildren fairly close for many years. We know people who have had to watch grandchildren grow up via Face-time, or just seeing them a couple of times a year.
Here are some pictures from yesterday.
