The One Horse Sleigh Ride Date

The One Horse Sleigh Ride Date

By Atherton Resident Christmas 1945 Altona, IL While rummaging through all the interesting things in my Uncle Roy’s farm machine shed, I spied something of special interest. It was an old “One Horse Sleigh”. Immediately, a plan began forming in my imagination as to...
Inside the Story By: Eddie Gibbs

Inside the Story By: Eddie Gibbs

Eddie Gibbs, Atherton resident since 2010 We all know the story. We’ve seen it, read it, sung it, heard sermons about it, and cherish it. But have you ever actually been inside the story? The night we experienced this was one of the most unforgettable Christmas...
Finger-Flickin’ Chicken  By: John Heck

Finger-Flickin’ Chicken By: John Heck

We bring you this great story from John Heck, one of our most beloved and happy residents at Atherton who we recently lost. John delighted us with his stories for many, many years. We offer this to honor and remember his memory, his terrific sense of humor, and his...
Empty Shoes By; Jackie Rhodes

Empty Shoes By; Jackie Rhodes

Jackie Rhodes have been an Atherton resident since 2014 The lady in this story doesn’t need a name. She is all of us. She works hard at her job cleaning rooms for older people who need assistance. Not only do they need help with their chores, but sometimes they want...