The word is “schadenfreude.” It’s pronounced, (shod dun froid duh). It means: “enjoyment obtained from the troubles of others.” Curiously, we don’t write it or say it, but we definitely feel it. We’ve all experienced it.
Perspective is one’s viewpoint on life and Roberta Mitchell has one very unique one, that of living 104 years. Last Friday was her birthday and she is still very active. A few years ago you could catch her riding her John Deere lawn mower cutting the grass. A heck of a storyteller, she now lives with her daughter and son-in-law, Lynn and Bob Bridge in Dripping Springs.
Economic development works best when there’s strong participation and leadership from a diverse mix of community members. That is why the Greater San Marcos Partnership (GSMP) reports to, and is governed by, a carefully selected board of directors.
Putting away the last shoeboxes, hanging my clothing and shelving newly-purchased textbooks in my freshman dorm room at The University of Texas, I remember taking a deep breath to ready myself for my first moments in Paradise.
The Hays County Preparedness Fair is an opportunity for the Hays County Office of Emergency Services (OES) to help our community be ready for whatever disaster, crisis or emergency strikes. We encourage our community to be trained, equipped, and empowered to help in an emergency before professional help arrives.
P.O. Box 732
Dripping Springs, Texas 78620
Phone: (512) 858-4163
Fax: (512) 847-9054