Journal Entry for Saturday, July 15, 2000
    Henderson's Store Grand Opening

Justine sorts through the incoming stock Henderson's employee Justine stands among the stock to be shelved.

Gradually the shelves are filled. Note the air conditioning unit mounted on the ceiling. We'll soon be shopping in comfort! Stock those shelves

Store office The remodeled store boasts a small office.

The temporary store empties out in preparation for the next day's Grand Opening. The old store empties out

Kids checking out the ribbon Several kids are checking out the ribbon strung just prior to the Grand Opening celebration.

I was invited to bless the new store. I'm standing along with the extended Henderson family. Everyone in place for the festivities

Archie serves Miss Mary Archie makes change for customer Miss Mary Mancil.

Balloons add to the festive occasion. The air conditioning unit (top left) was rendered useless by the weeklong power outage but no one seemed to mind. Balloons add to the festive occasion

A pleased Rosalita Rosalita Henderson has every reason to be pleased. The new store is beautiful!

Another happy customer, Jill finds our favorite brand of breakfast cereal! Another satisfied customer

It's been an exciting time for Utila, watching Henderson's Store be put back together following December's tragic fire. Utila wouldn't be Utila without Henderson's.

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