Gertrude Sealy Gives People More Than Clean Clothes
Gertrude Sealy runs the Rich Plaza Laundromat in Aiken for 13 years offering more than laundry. The 87 year old grandmotherly owner fills the shop with comfort, conversation, and small acts of kindness that brighten customers days. She says she loves her age for the experiences she shares and the affection she receives from regulars.
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Gertrude Sealy
Mrs. Sealy
Plaza
Aiken
Abby
New England
Clarice Tritt
Rich Plaza Laundromat
The Deasons Welcome Unplanned Guests at Dinner
Mary and Jesse Deason in North Augusta routinely host neighbors and friends for meals. Despite health battles including Mary’s cancer treatment and Jesse’s leg injuries from a 11 year old car accident, the couple values simple joys, gardening, sharing produce, and a Yard of the Month legacy.
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North Augusta
Deasons
Mary
Jesse
Who Took The Play Out Of Sports
The author rejects many sports and notes a U S Open tennis scene where a lone player leaves disappointed, appearing exhausted and unhappy, convincing the writer to avoid sports until seeing participants who look happy. The critique targets the mood and spectacle of modern competition.
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American Express
Erma Bombeck on Sports and the Joy of Play
The humorous essay critiques modern sports culture. It contrasts runner’s highs with fatigue and jokes about the pressures, big bucks, and theatrics in arenas. The speaker longs for a casual, pleasant, dress-friendly sport without injuries or constant drama.
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Red Cross
America
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