Window on the World Column | The Masks Are Coming Off
The masks are coming off people; and what is apparent is what is underneath isnāt always that pretty. No one has been to the dentist in forever, beards are growing on the women and, even sadder, people have been hiding behind their masks for...
Window on the World Column | Gratitude
October is a funny old month. Some days are hot as summer, yet with stilled winds in the afternoons and an icy bite to the early mornings and evenings. November can be more of the same, yet the time of year is marked by...
Worthy to Print Column | Cracking a Smile
Before I get too far into my scribbling today, I would like to say āthank youā to all my readers and friends. It was so kind of you to send me addresses of stores that carried the Big Hunk candy bars. I especially want...
Window on the World Column | Tomorrow Is Not Promised
The last time I saw him he was sitting in his favorite bar in Las Vegas with a large cold one beside him and a game of Keno in front. He was comfortable in his space. No matter that he still could hardly eat...
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...
Worthy to Print Column | Bringing Our Troops Home
I havenāt tried to hide the fact that I have no admiration for our present President. I could just sit here and write down all the ways he has let us down as a nation. However, Iām not going to do that today because...
Funny Papers Again Column | The Old and the New on Mildred Avenue
The history of King City High School Auditorium, home of the Robert Stanton Theater, is pretty much known to most residents of South County, and of those who are unaware of its significance they will probably come across this knowledge sometime in their lifetimes....
Letters to the Editor | Published Jan. 8, 2020
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