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...
Small town celebrations can’t be beat
There was the milkman, the postman, the soda jerk and the hardware clerk. We had the shy guy, the intrepid talker, the lady forever...
If only farmers could run the world
“As part of a training exercise, those newly-inducted were served orders that they could run the world as individuals for a full seven days....
A day of child’s play is magical
“To be with a child is to become a bit of a child again, for that magical moment.”
— Anonymous
For one wonderful day...
A whole new meaning to July Fourth
This past week has been one in which I have come to realize how very much I should appreciate the freedom I tend to...
