Riding the backroads of north Alabama I often come upon old buildings, both commercial and residential, which have long been abandoned. I always feel that the memories related to such places, unfortunately, become lost to the world. The small sign in the lower right says "Free, Help Yourself" and I just wonder if the owners, rather than having a going out of business sale, just gave away what was left of the stock. This is a very small community where everyone would know everyone else.