Good neighbor day

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Today is National Good Neighbor Day.  If there is a neighbor that you don’t know very well, or even if you do, let’s celebrate the day by being a good neighbor.  According to, natgoodneighborday.org, there are several things to do to become a good neighbor. One could plan a block party, run errands for someone, invite someone to dinner, pick up litter, take a plate of cookies to someone, help the elderly, or wash someone’s windows.  In this stressful, turbulent economic time, let’s help by being a good neighbor.  According to, natgoodneighborday.org, “It’s fun to be happy!   And HAPPINESS IS CATCHY!  Practice being a GOOD NEIGHBOR at home.  Being patient, courteous and helpful, even when others are not, creates a happy atmosphere and a peaceful life.”  That says a lot.  If baking cookies is your thing, here is a recipe. Let’s celebrate National Good Neighbor Day!

Oatmeal Chocolate Chippers
By: Carloyn Stewart

¾ cup shortening
1 cup packed brown sugar
½ cup granulated white sugar
                         Cream together then add:
1 egg
¼ cup water
1 tsp. vanilla
                         Mix well and sift in:
1 cup flour
1 tsp. salt
½ tsp. baking soda
3 cups oatmeal
6 oz. chocolate chips
                       Chill dough several hours for easier handling.
                       Bake at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes.
                       Makes 3-4 dozen.