From: John M. Heck

In 1930 we moved from Woodbury Co. Iowa to a farm about 4 miles sourth of Homer on hiway 77. The farm was owned by Bert Thacker, the son of Mom's Aunt Clara. Hiway 77 was then a gravel road that entered Homere from thenorth, turned right at the bridge, exited from the west side of town past what is now Homer High School..... read full story >

From: Mary Ann (Heck) Robertson

As the 10th chilf of a family of 12, you might imagine there was no fan fare or special treatment for birthdays. We all knew when our birthday came around, but it wasn't because there was going to be a party or Birthday cakeor a present!! It was just another day!EXCEPT, the morning of my 8th birthday,my Dad came to our bedroom where the three of us girls slept in one bed, and said "Come. Mamma has something for you". At last, I thought,it must be my birthday present!!.... read full story >

From: Robbie Piper

As a Grandmother, I now realize the meaning of the saying “If I knew being a Grandparent was so much fun, I would have had them first!”

I’m not sure if Grandma & Grandpa felt that way, but I do know there was enough love for each and everyone of us. We were all special and we each had a place in their hearts. I know I never felt slighted by their attention.... read full story >