"XI," by Emily Bronte and Story Round-Up

An unamed poem by Emily Bronte, 1837


I'll come when thou art saddest,
Bring light to the darkened room,
When the rude day's mirth has vanished,
And the smile of joy is banished
From evening's chilly gloom.

I'll come when the heart's worst feeling
Has enitre, unbiassed sway,
And my influence o'er thee stealing,
Grief deepening, joy congealing,
Shall bear thy soul away.

Listen! 'tis just the hour,
The awful time for thee.
Dost thou not feel upon thy soul
A flood of strange sensations roll,
Forerunners of a sterner power,
Heralds of me?


Recognizing a hero's honor

A nineteen year old boy creates displays of military awards and patches for veterans and their families, and he does it for free.

http://heraldnews.suntimes.com/lifestyles/16359125-423/recognizing-a-heros-honors.html


A real character

He piloted airplanes until he was well into his eighties, owned several midget cars, and melted at the sight of his great-grandchildren. Yes, Tony Urbancic knew how to enjoy life.

http://heraldnews.suntimes.com/lifestyles/16404926-423/tony-urbancic-a-real-character.html


Pets enjoy Thanksgiving, too.

Although Thanksgiving is past, the advice from pet owners on how to share food-laden holidays with your pets will work well for Christmas, too.

http://heraldnews.suntimes.com/lifestyles/16429148-423/pets-enjoy-thanksgiving-too.html


Theater groups borrow from "Polar Express" for new holiday show

Two-non profits are offering a musical this year to help fund even more shows.

http://heraldnews.suntimes.com/lifestyles/16405055-423/theater-group-borrows-from-polar-express-for-new-holiday-show.html


Plainfield through the ages

A Plainfield couple with a zest for local history and memorabilia recently published their newest book, and it's full of photos, fun facts, and a several surprises.

http://heraldnews.suntimes.com/lifestyles/15716241-423/plainfield-through-the-ages.html