Window on the World Column: Make good memories
I hate the Fourth of July, America's birthday, Independence Day and all that. There, Iāve said it. I even said it out loud, as I hummed, alternatively, āStar Spangled Bannerā and āWe are the Champions.ā Then a wartime mortar comes flying over my head...
Worthy to Print Column | The Pain of Fire
There are those who believe that these fires started off with a little help from some miscreant or two. What are your thoughts? I wonāt say whether I believe that is what happened, I hope not. But I also do hope that those responsible...
Guest Column | National Doctorsā Day Recognizes Modern-Day Heroes
Many people view doctors as experts in the science of medicine, but there is an art to the practice as well. Underlying this art are the therapeutic, human-to-human relationships that doctors build with their patients.
On March 30, Mee Memorial Healthcare System takes the time...
Funny Papers Again Column | And a Good Time Was Had by All
Last Sunday one of the readers of this column listened, patiently I suspect, to my not uncommon lament of having a deadline in the near future and not a single word written, whereupon he responded that I say that every week and every week...
Guest Column | Bridging the Path to Equity in Monterey Bay Amid National Uncertainty
In Californiaās Monterey Bay region, residents face overlapping challenges that are crucial to creating an inclusive, prosperous community. Good jobs, health, education, broadband, affordable housing, accessible transportation, and climate resilience are interconnected needs that must be addressed with urgency and purpose.
In the wake of...
Letters to the Editor | Published Feb. 5, 2020
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Funny Papers Again Column | Greetings From the Cherokee, Choctaw, Chippewa Nations
Whenever a case arises with this over-abused old frame of mine and a visit to Mee is required; I am always quick to tell as many staff in both hospital and clinic who will listen that my first visit to Mee Memorial Hospital, now...
Funny Papers Again Column | Weird, Wonderful, Wacky World of Words
I am a reader. I would not venture to estimate how many books I have read since I was a lad in Greenfield, but I dare say it is in the thousands. Since July 28, I have read five books, two on the long...
Guest Column | Feet First: Take a Stand for Wellness
Although our feet bear the weight of our bodies and keep us mobile, they are often overlooked until a problem arises. Whether youāre an athlete, an office worker, or a senior citizen, taking care of your feet should be a priority.
Podiatry is the branch...
Window on the World Column: I Shall Not Pass This Way Again
āI shall not pass this way again. I expect to pass through this world but once; any good thing therefore that I can do, or any kindness that I can show to any fellow-creature, let me do it now; let me not defer or...




















