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Alan Myers 1935 – 2012

The death occurred of well known ex Hay man, Alan (Moozer)

Myers just two days a�er his 77th

birthday. Alan was the third of

five children of Norman & Enid Myers, Neville & Be(y,who

predeceased him, Norman & Noreen. He was educated at Hay,

leaving school at an early age, he commenced work at Maclures

General Store for a short -me & when a posi-on for a Spare

Parts assistant was adver-sed at the newly opened Holden

dealership applied and got the job, knowing very li(le about

cars and unable to drive, he progressed in this profession to

become highly recognised for his exper-se as a Spare Parts

Interpreter. He worked there un-l l984 when he and Pam

opened their own spare parts & accessories business – closing

this in 1992 when he commenced work with Hay Motors,

staying there un-l re-ring in 2002, when he and Pam moved to Narromine to be closer to family and

medical facili-es. Alan and Pam (Schade) were married in July, 1960 and had two daughters Megan

and Vicki. Alan was a keen photographer, taking a lot of local photos, wedding etc a�er the departure

of Alex Dillon. Many of the old photos reproduced in the Hay Grazier were taken by him.

He was a volunteer Ambulance Bearer for many years, un-l the local service was acquired by the

NSW Ambulance Board, and was also a Charter Member of Apex un-l the early 1960's then later in

1984 became a member of Rotary of which he was a Past President, having one of the best years and

being able to endow three Paul Harris Fellowships.

He was very community minded and while in his own business ran a couple of charity days, one at

the Golf Club (the Gazebo in the grounds of Haydays was funded by that day) and one at the Hay

Bowling Club for the NSW Ambulance Service.

A�er moving to Narromine Alan's health deteriorated and in 2003 had his right leg amputated,

but being Alan was up and walking with his new leg very quickly, unfortunately he no longer felt able

to “play” in his shed with his woodworking projects. He had a heart a(ack in January this year and

never really recovered.

Alan is survived by his wife Pam, daughter Megan & husband Alex, Vicki & husband Paul, six

grandchildren Ma(hew, Alexander, Casey, Taylah, Edyn & Baylie and his much loved nieces and

nephews.

A�er a small family service, Alan was cremated in Dubbo, and in the near future will be returned

to his loved home of Hay.

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Dear Santa, I have been rather good this year, so my requests below should be reasonable, however I am quite flexible. I spotted a Lightening McQueen bike that I just loved. If it will fit in your sleigh, I’d really appreciate it for Christmas (I will also need a new helmet so that I match) I would also like a toy car, a rocket and a treehouse. My treehouse will need a tea set so I can make cups of tea for visitors also. If it’s not too much trouble I’d also like some Leggo Friends Leggo (I don’t mind if it the girls set) Thanks Santa. I will make sure I leave you some fruit and Coke Zero on Christmas Eve. I won’t tempt you with beer and biscuits because my Mum says you’re a heart attack waiting to happen. Lots of Love,

Jonty WoodsJonty WoodsJonty WoodsJonty Woods PS My Nan (Dawny) keeps asking for a billionaire with one foot on a banna peel. Could you please help her out with this? He would need to be deaf or be able to turn his hearing aid down Dear Santa, Hello. How are you? I was sick last night but I’m feeling better now. How are the reindeers going? I bet you are really busy getting ready for Christmas Can I please have a Buzz Lightyear that talks? I promised Mum I will be a really good boy. Thank you Santa! From

Tom HowardTom HowardTom HowardTom Howard Dear Santa. What do I want want for Christmas you may ask. Well, I would love .A circle Trampoline Some shorts and t-shirts Some ghanda clothes n shoes New monster high dolls New saddle club DVDs iPod covers Full piece mermaid tale swimmers That what I would love for Christmas Santa Love From

Avanah BrettschneiderAvanah BrettschneiderAvanah BrettschneiderAvanah Brettschneider

PS if I cant get all of these things that's ok just get what you can I'm ok with that:)

Dear Santa, My name is Katie and I m 10 years old. I live in Hay. I have tried to be good this year but everyone is perfect. Can I please have a horse or a pig or a lamb or a goat. Thank you for reading my letter. Love from

Katie SchillerKatie SchillerKatie SchillerKatie Schiller To Santa, Hi! I am Jaykeb, 10 years old. I live in Hay. I hope your elves are working hard to make all the toys. I would like a bike please. From

Jaykeb CowdreyJaykeb CowdreyJaykeb CowdreyJaykeb Cowdrey Dear Santa, Hi! I am Jai. I am 11 years old. I live in Hay. I have been trying hard to be good. My favourite toy at the moment is my army men. I would like a didgeridoo and more soldiers. Your friend,

Jai PooleJai PooleJai PooleJai Poole

Dear Santa, This year I would like: pool table, lego, nerf guns, wii games, pool stuff, ipod covers, smuggle stuff, lollies, movies, tools Thanks from

Danny EwingDanny EwingDanny EwingDanny Ewing Dear Santa, This year for Christmas I would like: a pool table, pencil case, pencils, textas, ipod covers, lego friends, nerf guns, clothes, a bigger suitcase, pogo stick, beach towels, board cases, smuggle stuff, pool things, money, lollies, movies, computer and wii games. Love

Mikayla EwingMikayla EwingMikayla EwingMikayla Ewing PS You’re more than welcome to go swimming in our pool Dear Santa, I have been a very good girl this year. For Christmas I would love a skateboard, a big girls bike, a game and some dollies. I promise I will be very good for Mum and Dad. I will leave out some lollies for you and some water for Ruldolph. I loved having my photo taken with you. I didn’t even cry. Lots of love

Emily SheaEmily SheaEmily SheaEmily Shea Dear Santa, My name is Lucy Shea. I have tried to be good this year so I hope that I can get some good presents. I would love a drum set and a fishing rod so when we go camping I can catch some fish. I would like some Lala Loopsy dolls and some roller blades. I hope you know how many days to Christmas. I will leave you a glass of milk and some cookies. I am excited about Christmas. Love from

Lucy SheaLucy SheaLucy SheaLucy Shea Dear Santa, My name I Hannah. I have tried all year to be good. Some things I would like are a guitar, a new bike and a new helmet to go with it. A fishing rod, clothes, Monster High dolls, Lala Loopsy dolls, roller skates and a remote control motorbike. I really hope my arm gets better by Christmas so I don’t have to wear a sling. I Promise to leave out a beer for you and some carrots for your reindeers. I can’t wait until Christmas. We are counting down the days. Thank you Santa. Love from

Hannah SheaHannah SheaHannah SheaHannah Shea PS Mum had to help me write this as my arm is still sore xx

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Carly Fattore & Ewen Harrison recently celebrated their marriage in Hay, with an intimate ceremony at St. Fergals Church,

prior to the retirement of Fr Jim. Carly, the daughter of Brenda & Frank Fattore, and Ewen, son of Sue & David Harrison, were assisted by niece Ella

Harrison as flowergirl. Family and friends joined the couple, who are making their home in Hay, for lunch

after the morning ceremony, before the pair set off for a road trip honeymoon

Emma Hathaway and Andrew Mortimer were

wed at Morrison’s Winery in Moama recently.

Both Emma and Andrew are ex-Hayites, having

attended Hay War Memorial High School and

working locally, before making the move to

Echuca.

Emma’s maid of honour was her sister, Alicia

Collins, and she was attended by bridesmaids

Brooke McManus, Courtney McManus,

Brooke Opie and Ellie Iorianni.

Mort’s best man was Neil Ingram, and his

groomsmen were Peter Mortimer, Mark Tassell,

Tony Fountain and Matt

Pollock.

After an idyllic outdoor

ceremony, guests returned

to the Winery for the

reception, where Brenton

Nisbet served as MC.

Hay again hosted an active Movember team “The Codswallopers” who joined thousands of fellow moustache growers, in an effort to raise both funds and awareness of mens health issues., specifically prostate cancer and mental health issues. Starting on November 1st, the ‘Mo Bros’ then shun the razor, in favour of facial hair cultivation; the more elaborate, the better! Team captain Aaron McCormick hopes his team can raise $5000 this year, which will be donated to beyond Blue and the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia. The team has held various fundraising events around town, and have donation tins scattered strategically around Hay, to capture as much loose change as possible. The team also attracted some major sponsorship from South Hay Hotel, two7eleven magazine and Murray Downs Resort (Swan Hill). Pictured above are just some of the team, modelling their custom Movember shirts, at the Home of the Codswalloper South Hay pub. Back row from left: Brendan Ragg, Dan McKenzie, Ed Vitucci, Frog Young & Ron Cowdrey. Centre row; Josh Wilson, Boppa woods, Andrew Simpson & Rob Ward. Front; Matt Wards, Aaron McCormick & Shane Eggleton Also forming the team are Will Sullivan, Dave Shea, Trevor Appleby, Brendan Bodsworth, Andrew Everitt, Brett Hargreaves, Kenneth Jubb, Nathan Jefferies, Robert Haughton, Craig Thomas Adam Lombo and Glen Henderson, many of which are pictured in the bottom photograph The centre photograph shows the team cooking up a storm at a Saturday morning sausage sizzle, which was also attended by mini Mo Bro Liam Young, pictured at right with father Frog, sporting a great temporary mo for the occasion

I was fortunate enough to be part of a field visit to Kalyarr National Park (formerly “Noorwood”)

recently, to view Ita Lake after the floods. The Lake is being inundated from both the

Murrumbidgee and Lachlan Rivers, and was last full in the 1970s.

It is a spectacular sight, and visits can be arranged via the Hay National Parks office

Hay Early Learning Centre recently celebrated National Child Care Week. The photo, provided by Misty Howard, is of staff and children with President Sarah

Houston (before the birth of new baby Bill) and Hay Shire Council Delegate Jasen Crighton.

Trick or Treaters were out in force in Hay on October 31st, with many spooky creatures making an appearance in

Pine Street

Silly Season Looking for inspiration at the busiest culinary time of the year? There is something for everyone in this four page special

Cooking Special

These strawberry Santas are so simple the kids can

prepare them! Use large strawberries,

with the top 1/3 sliced off to form the hat.

Whipped cream is piped on and the hay placed on top. Add eyes and you’re done! These are best made on the day; Keep refrigerated until

ready to eat

Cut the top off the apples, remove the flesh, leaving the skin intact. Finely chop the removed flesh (use extra apples if needed) and combine with spices and sugar. Fill each apple with the mixture and arrange pie crust on top. Place apples in a baking dish, and add enough water to cover the bottom of the dish Bake for 20 minutes or until crust is golden and apple soft. Serve with ice-cream, cream, custard, caramel sauce or all four!

Apple Pie Baked in the Apple

5-6 Granny Smith Apples 1 tsp Cinnamon 1/4 cup Sugar 1 tblsp Brown Sugar Pie Crust (Home made or store bought) Oven preheated to 190 degrees Celsius

Ingredients 24 thin chocolate wafer cookies (from 9-oz package), crushed (1 1/4 cups) 3 tablespoons butter, melted 2 packages (8 oz each) plus 4 oz cream cheese, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup unsweetened baking cocoa 2 teaspoons vanilla 2 tablespoons red food colour 3 eggs 1/2 cup whipping cream 1 tablespoon granulated or powdered sugar Chocolate curls, if desired Heat oven to 350°F. Place foil baking cup in each of 16 regular-size muffin cups. In small bowl, mix cookie crumbs and melted butter. Divide crumb mixture among cups. With back of spoon, firmly press cookie crumbs in bottom of each foil cup. In large bowl, beat cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Gradually beat in 1 cup granulated sugar and the cocoa until fluffy. Beat

in vanilla and food color. Beat in eggs, one at a time, until well blended. Divide batter evenly among baking cups (cups will be almost full). Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until centres are firm. Cool 15 minutes (cheesecake centres will sink while cooling). Refrigerate in baking cups at least 1 hour; cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour longer before serving. In chilled small bowl, beat whipping cream and sugar with electric mixer on high speed until stiff. Spoon whipped cream on chilled cheesecakes. Just before serving, garnish with chocolate curls. Cover and refrigerate any remaining cheesecakes.

Summer

Recipes

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200g white chocolate, chopped 2 cups Kellogg's Rice Bubbles 100g milk chocolate, chopped

Microwave the chocolate on high for 2 minutes stirring every 30 seconds until almost fully melted.

Stir until chocolate is smooth and fully melted. Add the Kellogg's Rice Bubbles and combine well.

Lightly spray a muffin tin with oil. Gently press the Kellogg's Rice Bubbles mixture into basket shapes, be careful

not to make it too thick. Allow the mixture to set in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.

Melt the milk chocolate in the microwave as per above directions. Using a pastry brush, brush the insides of the Rice Bubble cups with a generous amount of chocolate. Place back into the refrigerator for a further 10 minutes.

Remove from refrigerator 1/2 hour before serving. To serve, fill with your favourite ice cream or fresh fruit or both

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Chapter 11

LOCAL HEROES

The purpose of life is to matter – To count,

To stand for something To have it make some difference

That we lived at all…. Leo Rosten

During my forty odd years in Hay, the town has produced many heroes, people who have gone out of their way to make this a great community. I have been inspired by (in alphabetical order) - Mick Beckwith Surely Hay’s greatest townsman of all. He had a huge influence on the running of Hay; he was honoured with an Order of Australia Medal and Freedom of the Shire. He was the driving force behind Australia Day becoming a national day of Pride – holding celebration of the National Day with Citizenship Awards and parades LONG before they became fashionable in other parts of the Country. Mick record of achievements are far too many to list, but the introduction of filtered water to Hay was one of his crowning achievements. He pushed on despite an avalanche of opposition to make it become a reality. Could you imagine what Hay would be like today if the filtered water project did not eventuate? Apart from a lifetime devoted to the Hay Shire Council, Mick was the key man in the Tidy Towns program, the Hay Gaol Museum, Hay Historical Society the Australian Labor Party, the One Tree Bush Picnics, the Hay Show Society and I know there are many more I have missed. Jenny Clarke What an absolute treasure! Jenny has done wonders with the older citizens of the town – she keeps their

mainly through voluntary work. Robert has been the Lions President for many years, and his ‘pride and joy’; the magnificent Football ClubRooms at the Park Oval stand as a monument to Buck’s love of the Hay Lions. ‘Buck’ is a humble person who has never sought recognition for his work. But he has been honoured by an Order of Australia Medal, The VCFL "Volunteer of the Year" Award, Induction into the Hay Sporting Hall of Fame, Life Membership of the Hay Football Club, Hay Squash Club and Hay Cricket Association. Gavin Johnston (junior) The town lost an amazing achiever with the accidental death of Gavin. He was Editor of the Riverine Grazier and had a ‘feel’ of what was good for the community – and it reflected in his views in the Paper. Gavin was a newspaperman through and through, and he was also a person with a human touch. His coverage of Hay’s activities, especially through the lens of his camera has preserved a lot of the town’s history. Gav loved Hay, its people and everything about it. I will always be indebted to Gav for giving me a regular column in the Riverine Grazier. He taught me so much about writing articles, and ALWAYS plenty of encouragement. A great mate who will never be forgotten by all who knew him. John Lugsdin The late J B Lugsdin proved the ‘great Australian dream’ is available to us all if we put our minds to it. He rose from the position of President of the Hay Golf Club to the very top, President of the Australian Golf Union. John never let ‘fame’ go to his head. He remained the same humble person. He once told his great mate Frank

minds and bodies active with her dedication through Hay Day Care – and the Gentle Exercise Classes. I know what she does it is her profession – but she goes above and beyond the call of duty. Caring people like Jenny Clark make Hay a great place. Bill Curtis Bill was not only a terrific Sportsman, but a great mate to everyone involved in the Hay Magpies Football Club and at the Land Board Office during his era. His work ethics and his attitude to sport and family, provided an inspiration to succeed, and his influence in the development of their lives can never be underestimated. The impression ‘Bunter’ left on his teammates during his coaching career has played a big part in their development as Citizens of the Human Race. Members of Billy’s 1972 Magpies premiership team credit the example and leadership Bill demonstrated to them as helping them become hugely successful businessmen in later life. They were mostly kids at the time, but he turned them into men. Robert (Buck) Howard Has there ever been a more dedicated Sporting Administrator than ‘Buck’. His drive in many sports including cricket and squash is inspirational, but it is in Australian Football that Buck has a record of dedication that is unmatched. What was it that George Bernard Shaw, said summing up an approach to life: Other people, he said "see things and . . . say 'Why?' . . . But I dream things that never were-- and I say: 'Why not?'" That is how, I imagine, ‘Buck’ viewed things with the Lions Club rooms. He had a dream, and set out to make it become a reality. He didn’t do it on his own. Of course not. But it was he who organised the football club members and supporters and together they created the Clubrooms that are the envy of many larger Regional Centres –

Towns - after presenting a Green Jacket to World number 1 golfer Greg Norman after a win in the Australian Masters – "Today, I am rubbing shoulders with the best golfers in the World, and dining at the head table with sponsors and officials from all over the world. Tomorrow, I will be having lunch in the cafeteria at Coles in Shepparton on the way home, and the day after I will be sitting on the dam bank at home, shooting ducks to keep them off my rice crop." John was a fantastic contributor to all sport in Hay and his contribution was acknowledged when he was inducted into Hay Sporting Hall of Fame. Andrew Mabon An inspiration of courage and how to overcome adversity. The Monty Python anthem "Always look on the Bright Side of Life" could apply to Andrew. He suffered a broken neck in a Rugby League match in the early nineties, which almost ended his life, and left him as a quadriplegic. He didn’t dwell on "Why me", but got about making the best of what he had left. With the support of a loving family and a caring community, he has demonstrated what mental toughness really is. From the moment he suffered the injury, Andrew set about making his life as good as it could be. He has established his independence. He lives on his own, plays golf every weekend, can walk with the aid of sticks, has travelled to England twice by himself, and every time you see him he has a huge smile on his face and pleasant conversation. A truly amazing young man who has played the cards dealt to him by fate impeccably. Caroline and Ian Merrylees I regard this wonderful couple as Hay citizens, despite the fact they are both in the Carrathool Shire. They are definite Icons Caroline and Ian, through their involvement with the Hay Historical Society, provide our community with links to the past. With Ian and Caroline the driving forces, the Historical Society has been able to produce some wonderful books and publication on Hay’s past– and Caroline was a contributor to the Riverine Grazier’s popular "Blast from the Past’ for many years.

Memorial High School. He was the driving force behind the Hay Dramatic Society, which put on much stage shows for the public of Hay during the sixties and seventies. Sam was one of the founding fathers of the Hay Rugby League Club in 1936. Sam had been transferred from Sydney to Hay, and joined forces with publicans Silver Sullivan, Dan Sutherland, Jim Dixon, Jim Schiller and a road contractor Bill Jackson. Sutherland was elected the first President of the Magpies, and Sam the first coach. Space prevents me from adding more – but I have listed just a few other citizens, whom I have admired for their contribution to our town. David Houston (great worker for the kids of the Outback- the National Party, the Uniting Church, the Dunera Museum); Ernie Donohoe (fantastic as a Councillor and 50 years in the Fire Brigade); Robert Neill (unbelievable amount of work behind the scenes in many sports); Robert Marmont (How lucky are we to have him in Charge of the Ambulance); David Davies, Barry Milliken and Clive Davenport (What great contributors to local cricket); Tony Callaghan and Steve Longworth (ditto for Tennis); Tertia Butcher and Robyn O’Brien (for their efforts in promoting the "Women about Hay" movement); Dick Miller (a tremendous asset to the Club Industry – is there a more popular bloke in town?) and Marlene Quinn and her group ( for their Charity work), Heather Jackson/Sue Howard- I just love the way they go about their business servicing the customers at Japp's Pharmacy. Always happy, always friendly and very efficient at their work. But there are many many more – too numerous to mention. Hay is blessed to have numerous citizens prepared to give freely of their time, It is what I love about this town –the warmth and generosity of the people who make it – and that is, in my opinion, its biggest asset.

Parras story continues next month

The Historical Society has many great workers like Robyn Howard, Bev Lugsdin, Janice Dwyer and Lorna Hutchinson – and the Group has many interesting tours to remind citizens of the contributions made to our Society by the town pioneers. Johnny Redenbach … and wife Nola are good examples of the saying - "The harder you work, the luckier you get". They form a great team and provide each other with plenty of support. Hard work is not a problem to them. Reb is a marvel and was a very good business man because he had the common touch. He knew his market – and he targetted them. You do not need to attract new customers, just faithfully service the ones you already have, and they will attract new customers to your business. He has had great success with the Hay Taxi Truck, the Commercial Hotel and the Maude Pub. He is a much loved citizen, who has nick names for ‘everyone’. John is a fabulous story teller – all true ‘life’ stories of his experiences. A definite town icon. One of those exceptional characters slowly disappearing from our Society. Michael Rutledge The long-serving Councillor and Mayor is an unsung hero. He has been the figure-head of the Shire for a long, long time, and like his predecessor, ‘big Mick’, has fought hard for the rights of ratepayers of the town. Rut is not afraid to take on politicians at all levels, whether it be a Prime Minister, Premier, Minister, Commissioner of Police, or the Local Government officials – to push the barrow for Hay citizens. Mick’s contribution has been acknowledged with an Order of Australia Medal, and by being named as Hay Citizen of the Year. I played Rugby League with Mick in 1967 and 1968 – he was tough and uncompromising on the football field – and he is the same today, some forty years later. Mick is made of strong moral fibre. The good stuff that separates the men from the boys. Shire Councillors we tend to take for granted. I admire our citizens who put their hand up to serve their community. It is a thankless task. Luckily we have people prepared to do it. H S (Sam) Willis What a legend! He taught just about every local Hay adult over the age of 40, during a long career at the Hay War

Chapter 13

On Fire

Izumi closed the front door, to find her mother pacing the floor.

Izumi was ready to give the answer John had told her to say, but Anna didn't ask

any questions. Instead, she glared at her daughter, with an intense hatred that

scared Izumi. She held on tightly to the card John had given her, as if her life

depended on it.

"It's your fault," said Anna, twisting the pillow she held tightly in her arms. "I

never had any trouble until the day you were born." Izumi froze. "Yoichi loved me," she stated firmly, pacing the floor

once more, "until he saw you." Izumi sank to the floor, stunned by what her mother

had just said.

Yoichi had, on several occasions, made advances toward Izumi that were

unnatural for a father to feel for his daughter. Izumi had successfully

discouraged him, however, by sleeping in front of the window, in the moonlight. Her father did not like the light, for it was to revealing. As long as she

stayed there, she remained safe. Izumi had always

thought it lucky that none of her father's attempts were successful. But as she sat

on the floor, listening to her mother's wickedness, she realized that God had

not forgotten her, even then. She opened her hand, and read the card that John had shoved into it, before sending her

inside.

"He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love. ~ 1 John 4:8 ~", and "If God

be for us, who can be against us? ~ Romans 8:31 ~" They were only a few of the many verses that John had crammed

onto the card, but these two stood out from the rest. When Izumi turned the card over, it said, in bold letters, "COURAGE." A flood of peace rushed into Izumi's heart. She looked at her mother. It was time for her to speak. Anna was shocked to see her daughter get up from the floor, and

look straight into her face.

"All my life, I have been fighting for your love. I thought I could not live without it. But, I was wrong. I have learned what

true love is, and you have shown me what it is not. This family has never loved, for

we have never known God. 'He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love,'" she quoted. "Yesterday, I asked

God to never forget me. Today, I discovered that He never forgot, even

before I became a Christian." Anna slapped Izumi when she heard the word

"Christian." The slap stung her face, but Izumi was glad she had spoken when she

did. When Anna saw that her daughter was no longer afraid of her, she began to

gather their luggage.

Izumi quickly opened the front door, fleeing from the house as if it were on fire.

She raced to John's home, praying he would be there. As she neared his gate,

Izumi saw someone suddenly get up from the porch swing, causing it to rock violently. John appeared from the

shadows, running to meet her at the gate. He quickly inspected her, making sure

she was all right.

"Thank God," she heard him say, in a low voice. Before she could open her mouth,

John had her by the hand. "I'm never letting you out of my sight, again!" Izumi

smiled in amazement.

"Where are we going?" she asked, as he strode rapidly down the walk, dragging

her behind.

"We're getting married," he stated, matter-of-factly. John suddenly swerved, facing Izumi. "Unless, you don't want to marry me. I can't offer you very much... except

myself."

"I wouldn't marry you for anything less.

Oh John, I love you so much," she whispered. "God knew what He was doing, when he brought us together." Izumi could read the consolation on

John's face.

"I've always said you knew how to break my heart."

"Get used to it," teased Izumi, smiling

through her tears. John quickly resumed his brisk walk, for the sooner they were

married, the better.

Chapter 14 My Little Dove

John quickly found his way to the justice of the peace, who lived in a small room

adjoining the church. John knocked at the church door, until the old man appeared, obviously being disturbed from a good

night's rest. Upon seeing the young couple at the door, he nodded knowingly.

"You want to get married," he said,

pretending to be surprised. The old man guided them to the back of the church,

leading them to a small desk.

"I need you two to fill out these papers."

The old man looked at Izumi. "Young lady, are you an American citizen?" Izumi turned around, with her back to the two

men, for only a moment. When she again faced them, she was holding a very small

bundle of documents.

"Mother gave these for me to carry, on the airplane," she explained, more for John's sake than the old man's. She

unfolded her birth certificate and handed it to the justice of the peace. He examined

it with an experienced eye.

"It says here, that you were born in Tokyo, Japan, making you an alien," he

pronounced, authoritatively.

"What does that mean?" asked John, in a concerned voice.

"It means, young man, that you must fill

out these papers, also." He handed John another stack of forms. The old man walked away, chuckling to himself.

Izumi gave John her passport, along with the other certificates Anna had entrusted her with. Anna had known her daughter hardly ever lost anything, so Izumi was the most logical person to carry such

important documents. She never would have done that, however, if she had

known how they were to be used against her. John asked her questions, and Izumi answered them, nervously watching the church door for her mother. When they had completed the task, the old man

inspected each form, pronouncing that they were in order.

The old man led them to the pulpit,

placing John on the right, and Izumi on the left. He started to begin, but noticed he had no witnesses. "Wait here," he

said, hurrying to another room. He soon reappeared, with his wife, and the janitor.

Both looked like they had just been awoke from their sleep. John and Izumi

watched nervously, as the two new participants took their places.

The old man took his place on a small

step and began: "Dearly beloved, we are gathered together here in the sight of

God, and in the face of this congregation, to join together this man and this woman

in holy matrimony; which is an honourable estate, instituted of God in the time of

man's innocency, signifying unto us the mystical union that is betwixt Christ and His Church; therefore is not by any to be

enterprised, nor taken in hand, unadvisedly, lightly, or wantonly, to satisfy

men's carnal lusts and appetites, like brute beasts that have no understanding;

but reverently, discreetly, advisedly, soberly, and in the fear of God; duly

considering the causes for which

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matrimony was ordained.

First, it was ordained for the procreation of children, to be brought up in the fear and

nurture of the Lord, and to the praise of His holy Name.

Secondly, It was ordained for a remedy

against sin, and to avoid fornication; that such persons as have not the gift of continency might marry, and keep

themselves undefiled members of Christ's body.

Thirdly, It was ordained for the mutual society, help, and comfort, that the one ought

to have of the other, both in prosperity and adversity. Into which holy estate these two persons present come now to be joined. Therefore if any man can shew any just

cause, why they may not lawfully be joined together, let him now speak, or else hereafter

for ever hold his peace." Izumi nervously glanced around the room, praying that no

one would speak. Satisfied that he had waited long enough, the old man continued,

unhindered.

"John James Johannes, wilt thou have this woman to thy wedded wife, to live together after God's ordinance in the holy estate of

matrimony? Wilt thou love her, comfort her, honour, and keep her in sickness and in

health; and, forsaking all other, keep thee only unto her, so long as ye both shall live?" John looked into Izumi's shimmering eyes.

"I will."

The old man turned to Izumi. "Izumi

Mizukiyo, wilt thou have this man to thy wedded husband, to live together after God's ordinance in the holy estate of matrimony? Wilt thou obey him, and serve him, love, honour, and keep him in sickness and in health; and, forsaking all other, keep thee

only unto him, so long as ye both shall live?" Izumi felt faint, but when she looked into

John's eyes, her consciousness returned.

"I will."

"Who gives this woman to be married to this man?" The janitor stepped forward.

"I do."

"Take her right hand," said the old man to John, "and repeat after me." John carefully

held Izumi's hand, feeling her rapid pulse. He gave it a squeeze, and smiled.

"I, John James Johannes, take thee, Izumi

Mizukiyo, to my wedded Wife, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better for

worse, for richer for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death us do part, according to God's holy ordinance;

and thereto I plight thee my troth." John repeated the words soberly, fully

comprehending the promise he was making.

"Take his right hand," said the old man to Izumi, "and repeat after me." Izumi held

John's big hand in hers.

"I, Izumi Mizukiyo, take thee, John James Johannes, to my wedded husband, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better for worse, for richer for poorer, in sickness

rejoicing in the precious gift God had given them. As John rejoiced with his bride, so Christ waits to rejoice with us. Oh, let the Spirit and the Bride say "Come!" Even so,

come quickly, Lord Jesus

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and in health, to love, cherish, and to obey, till death us do part, according to God's holy ordinance; and thereto I give thee my troth."

Izumi gazed at John, happily.

"May I have the ring?" the old man asked John. John leaned over, whispering

something in his ear. "It's all right, young man," he said. "I have a ring here for just

such emergencies." The old man procured a gold band from his pocket. He handed the ring to John. "Place the ring on the fourth

finger of her left hand, and repeat after me." John took Izumi's left hand, and placed the

ring on her finger.

"With this ring, I thee wed: In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy

Ghost. Amen."

"Let us pray. O Eternal God, Creator and Preserver of all mankind, Giver of all spiritual grace, the Author of everlasting life; Send thy blessing upon these thy servants, this man

and this woman, whom we bless in Thy Name; that, as Isaac and Rebecca lived faithfully together, so these persons may

surely perform and keep the vow and covenant betwixt them made, whereof this

ring given and received is a token and pledge, and may ever remain in perfect love and peace together, and live according to Thy laws; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Amen."

The old man joined their hands, saying,

"Those whom God hath joined together let no man put asunder. Forasmuch as John James Johannes and Izumi Mizukiyo have consented together in holy wedlock, and

have witnessed the same before God and this company, and thereto have given and

pledged their troth either to other, and have declared the same by giving and receiving of a ring, and by joining of hands; I pronounce that they be man and wife together, in the

Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. Amen." The old man looked

at them kindly.

"God the Father, God the Son, God the Holy Ghost, bless, preserve, and keep you; the Lord mercifully with His favour look upon

you; and so fill you with all spiritual benediction and grace, that ye may so live

together in this life, that in the world to come ye may have life everlasting. Amen." The old

man stood there, near tears, again.

"You may kiss the bride," he added, smiling ear to ear. John bent over and kissed Izumi.

After receiving their marriage certificate, Mr.

and Mrs. John Johannes stepped out into the cool night air. The moon was shining brightly in the dark sky, gently illuminating Three Mile

Bay.

"You are all mine, Little Dove. I'll never let you go," he whispered, embracing Izumi

tightly. "All my love, all my life." Izumi closed her eyes, resting her head on John's

shoulder. Never had she experienced a love so pure, and so tender as she was feeling

now.

"Thank you, God," was all she could say. They quietly walked off into the night,

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