I’ve been thinking of the courageous people who settled in the little town of Fairview many years ago. A story from the May 4, 1895 Fairview Enterprise tells the following:
“The black-as-night clouds in the west Monday morning looked as though a cyclone was forming and about to descend upon Fairview. Many of our citizens were scared and were ready to dive down into their cellars or caves, but fortunately the wind passed away without doing any harm and was followed by a fine rain.” (compiled by Larry Gilbert- Fairview Enterprise: May 6, 2020 - Vol 131, No 10)
Today, we continue to wrestle with Covid-19. Residents of Fairview and surrounding communities are keeping our eyes on the corona virus. We are similar to the earlier Fairview folks in being scared, keeping their eyes on the clouds. The 1895 people were ready to seek safety in their caves or cellars. If disaster had struck that day, we can bet there would have been neighbors and friends to offer help and comfort. Today across America, people are looking out for one another. That same strong, brave spirit lives on.
During Spring, 2020, Kansans have been sheltering in place for several weeks. Folks are slowly returning to a more ordinary way of life. It’s going to take a while to come out of the effects of covid-19, but folks with Fairview connections and Kansas roots are resourceful and resilient. We are a proven, hardy lot.
I am thankful to you for reading this common-woman blog. Do you have a story of care and courage you would like to share on common-woman? Please know you are welcome to share a positive, uplifting guest post.
Your steadfast courage and grateful living are powerful. Keep the faith. Take good care of yourself. Stay safe and stay healthy.
Here’s a favorite Bible verse that you may enjoy
“Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving.” Colossians 4:2
Here are the 9 fruits of the Holy Spirit. I need to remind myself often of these gifts:
Love
Joy
Peace
Patience
Kindness
Goodness
Faithfulness
Gentleness
Self-Control
I hope you will enjoy a glimpse into Fairview from the past. Original films from Kansas State Historical Society archives.
The Fairview Fox Trot is written and performed by Shane Spangler. The 2019 film is created and designed by Lillian Brownlee.
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