Today, a few of Bethel UMC members and I drove to Millsap for a Bell Dedication Service at the Millsap Volunteer Fire Department. The dedication service was in honor and memory of Bill Guess, offered by his family. He is a late member of Bethel and also a War Veteran and Prisoner of War. His widow, Dot Guess is an active member and is a darling with a great sense of humor.
But if you’re wondering, “Where is Millsap?” Rest assured, you’re not alone. I didn’t know where Millsap was located either until today. Living and working in the country has been quite an experience. I have traveled to many small country towns in the last three months than I have in the last, oh I don’t know, maybe decade?
But here are a few things that I’ve learned since being here in the country: 1. The word “tank” in the country refers to an artificial pond or reservoir that holds water for animal drinking. Silly me, I had thought that they were natural and cute little ponds strategically located within each farm. 2. An average farm size is around 400 acres. Average ranch size is over 500 and going into the thousands. Wow! 3. Squirrels are everywhere, and there are too many dead ones on the road along with other roadkills. Yikes! 4. Although Weatherford in Parker County is part of the Dallas Fort-Worth Metroplex and only 30 minutes West from Downtown Fort Worth, some people think that it’s actually the West, as in West Texas. 5. Parker County is much slower in pace and stepping into the towns is like stepping back in time.
In any case, like the town of Millsap, each day in Parker County I discover more of its rich history and tradition with western and pioneer heritage.
a journey in existence 