Ronda’s Day: A My Town Monday Post

By fromskilledhands ( October 3, 2010 at 10:55 pm) · Filed under My Town Monday, , , ,

Ronda Russell, Downtown Emporium, near Elements Gallery, Peninsula, OHThere are thousands of small towns all over the world, each with its own personality and personalities.  There are folks that are the “glue” of a community; they hold the stories that are the tapestry of the town close to their hearts and share them freely. There are folks who won’t talk to other folks and those whose grandparent’s great uncle on their mother’s side tripped someone else’s 3rd cousin once removed 53 years ago. There are folks who “tell it like it is” and who don’t tolerate the pettiness of such things. They love their communities dearly and work tirelessly to keep things moving forward while honoring the past.

That can be a tough balance, and a challenge, too. In the Village of Peninsula, Ohio, population 602, there is a woman who has been around for a long time. She knows the people and their families, their stories and their struggles. She has celebrated weddings and births and deaths; she has welcomed new businesses, and said good bye to old ones.  Ronda Russell has been on the corner of Main and Locust Streets for a quite a few years now. She has seen a lot from her front porch. Ronda has been a supporter of her community and has been tireless in her efforts.  The nice thing is that her work was recently recognized by a mayoral proclamation.  Mayor Dick Fisher proclaimed October 2, 2010, as Ronda Russell Day.  We were privileged to be in on the surprise and at the celebration, as Mayor Fisher read the Proclamation aloud.  Here are a few photos of the day.

Mayor Dick Fisher reads the proclamation to Ronda Russell, Peninsula, OhioRonda Listens to Proclamation, near Elements Gallery, Peninsula, OHRonda and Mayor Fisher, Peninsula, OHIn front of Ronda Russell's Downtown Emporium, Peninsula, OH

If you’re in the Village of Peninsula, stop at Ronda’s Downtown Emporium, at the corner of Main and Locust. Ronda may be on the porch or back in her office.  Check out the cool antiques and collectibles in the store, give Emma the dalmatian a pat on the head, and tell Ronda I sent you. And don’t forget to congratulate her. After all, not everyone has a day named in her honor.

As always, feel free to leave me a comment, or a stone (o), to let me know that you’ve stopped by.

If you think my town is cool, and it is, wander on over to My Town Monday, where other folks will tell you about the places they call home.

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8 comments »

  1. Laura Parrish said,

    October 4, 2010 @ 9:26 am

    A day of one’s own in October in your town sounds very special! Congratulations to Ronda!

  2. mapstew said,

    October 4, 2010 @ 10:25 am

    What a lovely story. And Town!

    (Come visit my other (new) blog when you get a chance.)
    http://www.philason.blogspot.com

    Mapstew. :¬)

    xxx

  3. David Cranmer said,

    October 4, 2010 @ 1:30 pm

    I feel so at home looking at these pics.

    Top post.

  4. Kim Ayres said,

    October 4, 2010 @ 2:27 pm

    October 25th is Kim Ayres Day!

    Well, in our house at least, as it’s my birthday, but I’m trying to spread the word globally…

  5. ds said,

    October 4, 2010 @ 5:53 pm

    Lovely post. Her expression as the mayor reads the Proclamation is priceless! Knew a woman like her once–they are treasures indeed. Thank you for sharing.

  6. Pat said,

    October 4, 2010 @ 6:27 pm

    Lovely lady. Rock on Ronda

  7. OldOldLady Of The Hills said,

    October 6, 2010 @ 1:15 pm

    How wonderful to Honor someone by naming The Day after them….So well deserved! I would love to see her Emporium….!

  8. Phebe Lewan said,

    October 9, 2010 @ 12:03 pm

    Ronda, you rock! What a perfect tribute. I wish I had been there.

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