Strength through faith endures all
To describe my dear friend Karen as strong seems an understatement of epic proportions. Karen, who has made a career of helping others to...
Fall bonfire shares blessings to all
As September bows out to October, we enjoy the subtle reminder that season's change is coming once again. We enjoy warm days and crisp...
Feeding calf brings back memories
"In the back pasture, a newborn calf arrived this morning, all wobbly-legged and glistening wet. The sun warmed us as we walked across the...
Enjoy each September day to its fullest
We are only given so many Septembers, and columnist Judith Sutherland intends to enjoy each one she has been granted.
Know facts before making conclusions
It is a dismal day in U.S. history, a day that we shall never, ever forget. It is and always has been our responsibility...
New London, Ohio, festival celebrates 100 years: Small town pride carries life lessons
This past weekend was a very special one for our family. As New London, Ohio, celebrated its 100th Labor Day Festival anniversary, we wouldn't...
Hate snakes? Bet I can outrun you!
I recall lots of great stories around the campfire over the years. Those who loved to hunt always enjoyed telling their biggest, baddest hunting stories. Those who liked to fish always chimed in with great fish stories, and somehow, the subject always seemed to turn to stories of snakes.
Huge, scary, waiting-to-pounce snakes.
Parents’ presence, not presents, the key
'"A mother understands what a child doesn't say."
-- Anonymous
This is a tale of two moms.For those of you who have been enjoying...
Dogs are four-legged companions, saviors
I am convinced the dog world is blessed with its own share of heroes. I've been lucky enough to know some of them quite well.
There really are heroes in this world
There really are still heroes in the world.While most people talk about their plans for retirement with visions of sandy beaches and endless golf...
