Karen Sala
So long, and see you around
By Karen Sala
Your correspondent in Gage Park
(773) 471-1429 • karen.sala@hotmail.com
Baby, it’s cold outside. It’s almost the end of January. I am so ready. I can’t wait for spring to get here. The only good thing about winter is when it’s over. However, I do like cooking and baking in the winter.
The ice in my alley has finally melted, and it’s back to cement–just in time to snow again. This ice was weird. It wasn’t lumpy and didn’t have ruts and ridges. It was like someone turned the hose on to make a skating rink. I’m glad it’s gone.
I’m really proud of myself because I have not done any online shopping this year. I go to work and come home. I don’t even know the last time I was in a store. Let’s see how long I can keep it up.
Karen Sala
The next holiday we can look forward to is Valentine’s Day on Monday, Feb. 14. I have been told that Easter merchandise is already on the shelves in some stores. I know time stands still for no man, but why do we have to go and rush everything?
I have decided this will be my last column in the Greater Southwest News-Herald. I have enjoyed keeping you posted on what was happening in the neighborhood. I hope you liked reading my column as much as I liked writing it.
I’m not exactly sure how long, but I have been writing it for many years. It was fun, but I don’t enjoy it like I used to. That means it’s time for a change. We need some new blood, someone else to take over. I met a lot of nice people, some of you in person and some through letters, cards and phone calls. I’ll never forget you.
Hopefully this pandemic is on its way out and we can get back to a normal life. Until then, please get vaccinated, wear your mask and try to stay healthy. I’ll see you around the neighborhood!
(Editor’s note: Thank you, Karen Sala, for your years of service to this newspaper, as well as the entire Gage Park community.)
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