Opinion

BJ’s vs. Costco

Is it just me or does it seem like there is an unusual allegiance and pride that is invoked in folks when it comes to their choice in wholesale club?…

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Overthinking & overpacking

I never thought I was an anxious person until I realized how much anxiety I carried with me. Maybe you can relate. My travel delays to and from Tampa don’t…




Where are we with civics?

While I normally cover the school board or library meetings, this month I want to focus on a specific course that I believe has the potential to have a long-lasting…




Don’t lose the fun

“I don’t trust anyone who doesn’t laugh.” – Maya Angelou Joyful workplaces perform better than others. They’re more productive, less stressful, energetic, and downright fun. They attract fresh talent. People…


Humbly courageous

When you are forced to be courageous in an everyday battle, humility is inevitable. This is the thought that came to mind when I was trying to think of what…


Mother was a drop-out, part 4

A few years later … By this time teachers’ salaries were going up. The amount depended on years of training and years of experience. A Masters’ Degree would be very…