Opinion

Random thoughts on alcohol

Here’s another story from my mom. June 1984. Every news media blasted out the story. Young man (early 20s) killed on motorcycle. Driver of other vehicle drunk. December 1984. Young…

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Something new & old

I’ve always been a creature of habit. I have my comfort zone that I tend to stick pretty close to. I don’t like the idea of moving and major changes…




Lawn & garden wisdom

As Chuck walks in the back door, he asks, “Honey, have you noticed the grass the “unnamed” internet company planted in our front yard? He notices my scowl. “You mean…



Cool your jets & halt the stress

“If you ask what is the single most important key to longevity, I would have to say it is avoiding worry, stress and tension. And if you didn’t ask me,…



Releasing our grip

Amy, I just finished this book, and I am bawling! I read this text from my friend Cynthia a few weeks ago and nodded knowingly. Her daughter was going off…