I have had less Christmas spirit than the Grinch lately, a problem somewhat compounded by the relentless cheerfulness on all sides. This has caused consternation among my friends, so, to…
Millions of Americans were on their way to work that fateful morning when tragedy struck the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center, bringing terrorism to the shores of the…
Ever have one of those days – or weeks – where you feel like there’s a little black cloud hanging over you, raining down on your head? Some friends and…
If you haven’t already heard, there will be an election in November. The U.S. will seat a president, whether incumbent Barack Obama or newcomer Mitt Romney. Congressional candidates are covering…
While I realize this is going to come as a shock to some folks, it’s about time we were told the truth: Not everything on the Internet is real. This…
Theoretically, I am on summer break. I have a whole list of things I want to do, projects that will be fun and restorative. I can’t wait to start them,…
My beloved and I are happy to announce that on Wednesday we welcomed another member into our family. Yes, our oldest daughter (O.D.) and son-in-law have done their…
Warm weather and spring-cleaning are bringing on the seasonal phenomena of yard and garage sales. Flea markets are intermingled with such activities, too. This American innovation is found in Hometown,…
Recent developments, a.k.a. Mother’s Day, have gotten me to thinking about this whole “mother” thing and how I may be reaping the rewards of unmotherly selfishness. As it happens, I…
Tears flowed, disbelief struck, questions flowed and some answers came, but the main question was why. That occurred Monday when news came that Pulaski Retirement Center on Route 11 in…
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