Articles by Shannon Bardwell
Possumhaw: More about Columbus-Lowndes Public Library
After thinking about the lazy days of summer and wondering what to do when you’re out of school, I delved into studies about the use of libraries.
Possumhaw: Snakes and Handlers
Most of my life snakes have made me squeamish. I don’t care if they’ve been on the road for three days smushed flatter than a pancake. I don’t like them.
Possumhaw: Of life and land
In my younger years I wanted to live outside somewhere where breezes blow cool, while birds sing in the trees, the sun rises early on the horizon seen through the trees.
Possumhaw: Drought in the Prairie
This spring Mississippi, along with most of the country, is experiencing a highly unusual drought situation while starting the growing season.
Possumhaw: Landlines and cell phones thank goodness
Mrs. Bardwell, I’m calling on behalf of the ABC Association, we are asking for donations to help support the families of the ABC. I answered thank you for calling but I’m not interested right now. I believe I’m on a no call list. Mrs. Bardwell, the no call list doesn’t cover charities. So, what does it cover?
Possumhaw: Photogenic or not
A week or so ago I sat down at one of the small tables inside the coffee shop. Another lady joined me. There on the table laid out the Tuesday Dispatch.
Possumhaw: Keep America Beautiful
The fisherman came in with his catch. He said the day was pretty but there was more wind than he needed. Then on the boat ramp he noticed a Styrofoam cup thrown out at the ramp.
Possumhaw: It’s coffee time
There’s nothing like a sip of coffee early in the morning, as well as another as the sun sinks in the west. My family was raised as coffee drinkers. Even as a child I was given a pretty little demitasse cup of coffee like a tea party.
Possumhaw: The world around you
Taking a little walk on the edge of downtown Columbus, it was noticeable azaleas were showing their vivid colors. Azaleas are beautiful flowering shrubs.
Possumhaw: It ain’t easy
That afternoon after having lunch with my mother I took her home, suggested she rest and I would go to Walmart for needed items. Then my phone rang.
Possumhaw: Cottontails and swamp rabbits
I’d love to send you a Possumhaw story sharing about the rabbit I saw one morning. It’s possible it was a swamp rabbit. He looked larger than a bunny.
Possumhaw: In two weeks, spring will be springing
Though we are still two weeks away from spring, on this day it looks and feels like spring. The sun is shining, making everything seem warm, just a tad warm but certainly spring is on its way.
Possumhaw: It’s Chick Days
I’m not quite sure if we’re seeing the bringing out of chicken days with the change of weather; however, several feed stores are starting to sell chickens and all the accoutrements. Get ready. We have neighbors out here in the Prairie raising chickens.
Possumhaw: Home sweet home
You ever wonder why you live where you live? Last week it was cold and cloudy outside. The kind of day that you love to stay inside and catch up on things you need to get done. Or maybe you just need some time to stare out the window and watch the seasons change.
Possumhaw: Birds are flying, cat’s ah sleeping
While I was beginning to write this column, I was drawn to the birds flitting outside the window. One bird made a slight bump at the window then flew on his merry way.
Possumhaw: The customs of Valentine’s Day
The legends of Saint Valentine are many. Prior to many legends of Saint Valentine of Rome, he was incarcerated in jail for ministering to Christians persecuted under the Roman Empire.
Possumhaw: A Quiet Winter
This column will be rather random since we spent the last few weeks being homebodies. We pulled out comforters, added warmer clothing, and covered large areas of glass windows with afghan blankets to help keep the cold out.
Possumhaw: Weather or not we’re together
Please don’t worry about the use of weather instead of whether the days have gone gray and cold outside, a bit of humor may lift the spirits.
Possumhaw: Bears, oh my!
My good friend Barbara and I were sitting in the sunroom sipping coffee and eating muffins when I looked out the glass door and saw a critter whisk by like lightening.
Chisolm takes fifth seat on Caledonia aldermen board
June 3, 2025
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