Memories of Enterprise

I hope after Rene and I retire I'll find more time. Until then while between loads of laundry, I'll write some of my memories for your enjoyment.

My Life in Enterprise, 1967 - 1968. According to WikiPedia, Enterprise, Mississippi has a population of just over 500 people. At one time, I was counted as a resident of that Clarke County town. Even though I only lived there less than two years, the time and place have left permanent memories.

M-I, double es-I, double es-I, double pee-I. Every child born and raised in Mississippi was taught how to spell Mississippi. Mississippi was a wonderful place to live and some of my best times were visiting Enterprise, where my grandparents Elsie and Arthur Ousley lived.

I am not a writer. But here is what I have for you. We send our regards to everyone gathering in Texas… we’re really sorry we’ll miss things this year.

Going down to Enterprise is a vivid memory that I have, forever etched in my mind. The following are the memories of a 10-year old boy going there, from the big city of Meridian.

Phil has spent more time in and around Enterprise than most of the other cousins and his descriptions include a famous piece of local lore.

When my grandparents, Arthur Ousley and Elsie Allen, married in March of 1924, they kicked off a journey worthy of