Willing to wait

To The Eagle:

I and four other concerned citizens of Wahkiakum County approached the county commissioners about putting up a nativity scene on the courthouse yard. It would go along with the other display already there. We felt the true meaning of Christmas should be represented.

The decision of the commissioners was we should wait till next year to bring this up as the season was running short. They also stated other reasons, which we were in total disagreement with. We left feeling disappointed but agreed to wait till next year. We then went over and put up a nativity scene in front of the Assembly of God Church for everyone to enjoy.

I was very sad to hear of another group that went to the next commissioners’ meeting with the same request. They were also turned down, which prompted one of the group to feel it necessary to threaten the commissioners. I am sorry this had to happen. I know this is not what Christianity is about. It is about love and respect. I am still looking forward to working with the commissioners next year to resolve this issue.

Len Lindsley

Puget Island