MARCH 20, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 18 WINTER TEXAN TIMES when offering children their free books. Diane Mork was observed asking a third grader if she might like the book “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” by Roald Dahl. The retired teacher opened the book, pointed to some of the big words and asked the young girl if she thought the words were too long or if she wanted a more difficult book or one with more pictures. And then the educator talked to her a little bit about the story, explaining that this was one of her favorite authors. The young girl said it would be “perfect” for her and walked away holding the book close to her. Oma, the event’s organizer, said that working with these Winter Texan volunteers was “truly a pleasure.” “I think I could have left, and they would have kept the show running perfectly,” she said. “But most of all, I loved seeing their energy… not just physical but their personalities! They were so generous and kind.” Winter Texans said that being involved in this type of event gives them an opportunity to give back to the Alamo community, which is their home for several months each year. Some Alamo Palms’ volunteers even found unusual humor in their three-hour experience. “Oh my gosh!” Charyl Dubord said. “When a little girl glued her socks to her pants… It was the highlight of the day!” “The youngster was really getting into her craft project,” the Winter Texan said. “And she was using Elmer’s glue. She had the white paste on her finger and before you knew it, she had leaned over and smeared it on the top of her socks! Then she patted her pant leg to see if it would stick. It did! Then she went back to work as if nothing unusual happened. It was hilarious!” Dr. Seuss would have loved that the event was dedicated to a fun afternoon and to reading, which was all made possible by The Landmark’s owner, organizer, volunteers, invited parents and children, as well as several book donors. The famous children’s author had the perfect response to this recent March event. Years ago, he wrote: “Today was good. Today was fun. Tomorrow is another one.” Roy hopes his vision … the gift of free books … not only honors Dr. Seuss, but that the books themselves transport Alamo community members to many wonderful tomorrows. SEUSS From pg. 2 Dealers Choice for 15 years, Missouri Valley Boys for 20 years and currently with the High Noon Band. Al has performed with musicians such as Jim Cox who is in the Texas Steel Guitar Hall of Fame and with Don E. Curtis. Al continues to perform at numerous jams here in the RGV and in Missouri. Al owes his musical career to many musicians who helped him get to where he is today. “It’s been a long road and a great ride. I thank them all.” Jim Stiles manages and performs in both jams and is the activity director for the park. His home is in Ontario, Canada where he worked on aircraft for the Royal Canadian Air Force and retired as a sergeant for the Ontario Provincial Police. His musical career started later in his adult life taking piano lessons. He started playing the guitar thanks to his wife Karen who purchased it for him. Jim took guitar lessons and began singing primarily after reaching retirement in 2015 while playing at jams in the RGV. He has started ‘song circles’ at Paradise Estates and also in Canada where starting a ‘Masonic song circle’ helped encourage fellowship among his fellow Masons. Paradise Resort Estates first opened in 1973 and was located at the corner of Jackson and Kelly Roads in Pharr. In 2003, this park was closed and moved to its current location at 301 East Hall Acres Road in Pharr. JAMMIN’ From pg. 15
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