I recently found a handwritten history of Annabella written by my grandmother, Olive Gleave. You may be interested in reading in it. You can find it at http://www.lawyer-family.org/Annabella.html.

My mother was born in the old log house that used to be across from the old church. I think my brother has since moved that house down by the river.

Your blog has made me really homesick. Thanks alot. Maybe one day we will come home.

For years, Annabella remained a small town and at one time was losing population. I suppose it is to be expected that it will grow as the west grows. I have mixed feelings about that, but it is good to see young families like yours moving in.

Thanks for sharing.