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HELLO CLASSMATES!!!

I decided to access the class website this weekend. Have not heard from anyone via the class website in a long time. How are things going these days?

We have had some pretty cold weather in Port Gibson this winter as well as in other towns, cities, and states up North, East, and out in Texas. Heavy snow in many places.

Well, let's get busy and keep things active on the Class Website. I have not seen any thing in the Message Forum Section (or any other section) in a long time.

Take care,

Herbert

04/08/14 03:20 PM

#50

Just want to say to class of 1968 I love you. Please continue to keep the Cadney and Jone family in prayer.

Patricia Cadney Fields

04/13/14 09:48 PM

#51

Classmates,

It's Sunday evening.. A time we all savor for reflection, relaxation, perhaps meditation; So I'm in that zone where we sometimes go at our age!..I've taken myself way, way, way back!....Earlier tday while checking my email, I noted a msg had been posted to our Class website!..Words will never convey the shock and sadness I experienced to learn of the untimely demise of Mrs. Josephine Dobbins Hosey!.. A profoundly gifted teacher who became my mentor, and in later years my friend!.. She ignited in all of us -Addison High School, Class of 1968-the desire to be better than we were: to reach! stretch! shoot! bound! leap!..however you got to your higher ground, Ms. Hosey gave you the confidence to at least try!.. Soft-spoken, cultured in her delivery, enunciating each syllable in an expansive vocabulary of words we had never heard!.. Lol!.. Consciously making us scurry to the dictionary she demanded we bring to class!..(her vocabulary-building technique) How could we possibly comprehend what she was saying without the dictionary?.. I don't recall a raised voice or frustrated impatience in Ms. Hosey. Why were we so well-behaved in her class and lost all sense of obedience by the time we lagged to Mr. Clark?.

Laugh Out Loud and Kill Yourself Laughing!..'Cause you know you did'!

The girls admired Ms. Hosey's sense of style: Banlon sweater sets and matching straight wool skirts with a slit straight in the back, seam never twisted!... Stockings and heels, pressed hair, always immaculate!..We tried to emulate her in so many ways!..The guys pleased her by keeping the chalk board clean; she had a praise for the ones who did that! Moreover, they respected her by dropping their glance when she passed their desks and lifted them to watch as she glided away! I dare not speculate on their thoughts! I will just say, 'Boys'!

'Girl, you trying to act like Ms Hosey!..'You must think you Ms. Hosey!...I Wish I Could!.. I Wish I Might!.. I Wish To See Her Smile So Bright!..Farewell, My Teacher, My Mentor, My Friend!.. Ms. Josephine Dobbins Hosey

04/15/14 03:15 PM

#52

Excellently said Linda! Mrs. Hosey was one of my beloved high school teachers. She was a great influence on me as for as my deciding what my major would be in college. All of my English teachers were very influential. Even after I finished working in the Claiborne County Public School System, I would meet Mrs. Hosey at the Post Office or Walmart, etc., and she would always give me some encouraging words. She will be missed.

Finally, I must say to the class, we should keep in mind that all of the people we once called the "old people" are gradually leaving us. We are now "the old people." Share and cherish the moments that we have.

Rest in peace, Mrs. Hosey. I will cherish your memories for the rest of my days on earth.

To all classmates, take care and always remember that God loves you (John 3:16).

Herbert

04/15/14 06:04 PM

#53

Just reading your post, Herbert. Your tribute is very warm and heartfelt, as well!..It's now our time: to leave some wisdom on this earth, like our parents, teachers, and mentors have done...Not to be pessimistic, Our time is winding down!..Let's be more about God's business!..Love Ye One Another!

05/04/14 06:12 PM

#54

Great Job, Jean, on the the teacher tribute page!

05/21/14 08:44 AM

#55

BIRTHDAY WISHES!!!

Hello Barbara! This is your day. Here's wishing you the best. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! Take care and always remember that God loves you (John 3:16).

You are doing a fantastic job with the class website. Keep up the good work! Your rewards are coming.

Herbert

06/23/14 11:32 PM

#56

John Cadney

Please keep the cadney family in prayer. My brother John injured Saturday, June 21, afternoon in a three-vehicle crash on South Frontage Road in Vicksburg, Ms. He is now recovering from is first surgery and getting ready for his next surgery is really banged up . But we thank GOD IS STILL WITH US. We need your prayer.

Thanks again class of 68

Patricia (Mickey) Cadney Fields

06/24/14 01:26 AM

#57

Mickey, we are all praying for Johnny-Boy's complete and speedy recovery

06/24/14 03:55 AM

#58

Hello Patricia! Sorry to hear this bad news about your brother, John. Keep your head up and remember God is able. My prayers are with you, your brother, and your entire family.

Have faith and remember "GOD WILL TAKE CARE OF YOU" and your brother!

06/24/14 05:54 PM

#59

Thanks. Our GOD is so awesome. John will have his second surgery on Wednesday, June 25,

06/24/14 10:48 PM

#60

Barbara Skinner (Neal)

Mickey, just read your email regarding Johnny Boy. I am praying that Cuz will be okay, up soon and back to his usual self. Our GOD is all powerful and healing! I know in my heart that He is healing Johnny Boy right now.

P.S.: I have also posted your prayer request on our home page.

06/25/14 12:04 PM

#61

Ruby Banks (Archer)

Mickey, praying for Johnny Boy Psalms 107:20.

06/25/14 12:10 PM

#62

Hattie Rucker (Smith)

Mickey, All Prayers to you and family.GOD is always in Charge !

07/03/14 12:54 AM

#63

Thanks for your prayers, GOD is still in control. Continue to keep us in prayer-John will have surgery Thursday, July 3.

07/12/14 07:02 AM

#64

Hello Ruby Archer, it is with heartfelt sympathies that I send this message to you at this time. I am very saddened to hear of your husband's (Carl's) passing. My condolences and prayers are with you and your family. Pray and ask God for comfort and strength. He will take care of you. TAKE CARE!!!

07/12/14 07:09 AM

#65

Hello Wilbert Archer, I sadly write this message this morning. Sorry to hear of your brother's (Carl's) passing. My condolences and prayers are with you and your family. These are times that we all hate to face, but they are times that we must endure. Take care and always remember that God loves you. Ask him for comfort and strength at this time. He will take care of you.

09/17/14 07:13 PM

#66

Hattie Marie McGriggs (Jones)

Hi classmates just a note to say thanks for all the prayers you sent up for my brother John. He is doing great please continue to keep us in prayer.

Patricia CadneyCadney

07/15/15 10:30 PM

#67

To the Class of 1968: Thank you so much for your kind expressions of sympathy during the passing of my brother, Sampson McGriggs, Jr. in Los Angeles, California on June 22, 2015. A special thanks to Ellen Davis and her sister who spoke so eloquently, and so highly of my brother during the visitation and funeral, bringing much comfort to our family. Please continue to keep our family uplifted in your prayers, and especially his wife of 56 years, Geneva. We are truly grateful for the condolences expressed during this very difficult time for our family. May God continue to bless each of you and your families.

Hattie McGriggs Jones

05/19/17 10:20 PM

#68

Have not been on the class website in a long time. Decided to try today to see if I would have a problem. I did not have any problems. Take care and I will try to log-on to the site again before long.

Herbert

02/09/18 02:04 AM

#69