I became friends with Mishanda"sAunt Elaine in the late 1960s just before she went to work with urban renewal in Hudson. She was selected fot that job due to her compassion, intelligence,
and trust worthiness. I was blessed to meet Elaine's mom, her sisters Donna Lee, Melinda, a d Josie.ss
After the fire on State Street, Elaine (Hazel to me) came by to pick up blankets and bedding. I recall the scent of smoke from the
fire..which immediately made me sad and tearful knowing everything had been lost. Being a native of Hudson, I was a neighbor to Buddy and Ann Martin when they lived in Greenport, as well as John and Pat W who lived down the street. Happiness in knowing these 2 families has been and continues to be a blessing..to me and to our community.I truly enjoyed this article..andseeing Donna's photo w/ her little girl was just wonderful.
Thank you so much for sharing this! So much here that I didn’t know! It’s lovely to hear that you liver by my grandparents — I’ll ask Pat about it too!
Donna Franklin was a friend & classmate of mine, and she raised an amazing daughter! A touching & inspirational story of Chief Franklin. Thank you for telling Mishanda’s story.
I became friends with Mishanda"sAunt Elaine in the late 1960s just before she went to work with urban renewal in Hudson. She was selected fot that job due to her compassion, intelligence,
and trust worthiness. I was blessed to meet Elaine's mom, her sisters Donna Lee, Melinda, a d Josie.ss
After the fire on State Street, Elaine (Hazel to me) came by to pick up blankets and bedding. I recall the scent of smoke from the
fire..which immediately made me sad and tearful knowing everything had been lost. Being a native of Hudson, I was a neighbor to Buddy and Ann Martin when they lived in Greenport, as well as John and Pat W who lived down the street. Happiness in knowing these 2 families has been and continues to be a blessing..to me and to our community.I truly enjoyed this article..andseeing Donna's photo w/ her little girl was just wonderful.
Thank you so much for sharing this! So much here that I didn’t know! It’s lovely to hear that you liver by my grandparents — I’ll ask Pat about it too!
What a great article...about a great woman!! Congratulations Mishanda! Well done Caitie!! Thank you.
Thank you for reading, Mary! So grateful for our Chief. <3
Donna Franklin was a friend & classmate of mine, and she raised an amazing daughter! A touching & inspirational story of Chief Franklin. Thank you for telling Mishanda’s story.
Aw, I love hearing this! Mishanda's story is a beautiful one -- and I'm hearing wonderful things about her mom too. Thank you for reading!
Wow I am blown away by the beauty of this portrait and the importance of the Chief's presence and her roots! So inspiring. Thank you.
Thanks so much for saying that, Rebecca! We're so lucky to have her here.